GeForce MX550 vs Tesla K20c
GeForce MX550
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
About G3D Mark
G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GeForce MX550 is positioned at rank 187 and the Tesla K20c is on rank 325, so the GeForce MX550 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce MX550
Performance Per Dollar Tesla K20c
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce MX550 is significantly newer (2021 vs 2012). The GeForce MX550 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Tesla K20c lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce MX550 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Tesla K20c.
| Insight | GeForce MX550 | Tesla K20c |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.1%) |
| Longevity | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce MX550 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $150 versus $500 for the Tesla K20c, it costs 70% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 236.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce MX550 | Tesla K20c |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+236.9%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($150) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500) |
Performance Check
Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.
Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce MX550 and Tesla K20c
GeForce MX550
The GeForce MX550 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 17 2021. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1065 MHz to 1320 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,480 points.
Tesla K20c
The Tesla K20c is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 12 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 706 MHz. It has 2496 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,432 points. Launch price was $3,199.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce MX550 scores 4,480 and the Tesla K20c reaches 4,432 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce MX550 is built on Turing while the Tesla K20c uses Kepler, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (GeForce MX550) vs 2,496 (Tesla K20c). Raw compute: 2.703 TFLOPS (GeForce MX550) vs 3.524 TFLOPS (Tesla K20c).
| Feature | GeForce MX550 | Tesla K20c |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4,480+1% | 4,432 |
| Architecture | Turing | Kepler |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1024 | 2496+144% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.703 TFLOPS | 3.524 TFLOPS+30% |
| ROPs | 16 | 40+150% |
| TMUs | 32 | 208+550% |
| L1 Cache | 2 MB+900% | 0.2 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+60% | 1.25 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce MX550 | Tesla K20c |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 2 GB of video memory. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce MX550) vs 1.25 MB (Tesla K20c) — the GeForce MX550 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce MX550 | Tesla K20c |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+60% | 1.25 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce MX550 draws 25W versus the Tesla K20c's 225W — a 160% difference. The GeForce MX550 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce MX550) vs 350W (Tesla K20c). Power connectors: Mobile vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce MX550 | Tesla K20c |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 25W-89% | 225W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Mobile | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 267mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Perf/Watt | 179.2+810% | 19.7 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce MX550 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Tesla K20c launched at $3199 and now averages $500. The GeForce MX550 costs 70% less ($350 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 29.9 (GeForce MX550) vs 8.9 (Tesla K20c) — the GeForce MX550 offers 236% better value. The GeForce MX550 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2012).
| Feature | GeForce MX550 | Tesla K20c |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150-95% | $3199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150-70% | $500 |
| Performance per Dollar | 29.9+236% | 8.9 |
| Codename | TU117S | GK110 |
| Release | December 17 2021 | November 12 2012 |
| Ranking | #468 | #549 |
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