GRID RTX6000-8Q vs Tesla K40c

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Tesla K40c

#363

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

25471%

#378

Tesla K40c

MSRP: $7699|Avg: $500

100%

#379

Tesla M2090

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $40

97%

#380

Quadro FX 4800

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $80

97%

#381

GRID K2

MSRP: $5199|Avg: $80

91%

#382

GRID K180Q

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $1000

91%

#383

Quadro CX

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $500

81%

#384

GRID P100-8Q

MSRP: $7374|Avg: $550

76%

#385

Quadro FX 350

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

74%

#386

Quadro FX 550

MSRP: $150|Avg: $10

74%

#387

GRID V100D-8Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000

72%

#388

Tesla M2070

MSRP: $3099|Avg: $50

72%

#389

GRID M10-0Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

69%

#390

GRID V100-2Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $2000

66%

#391

Quadro FX 560

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

66%

#392

Quadro FX 5800

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $40

60%

#393

RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q

MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565

55%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID RTX6000-8Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Tesla K40c.

Insight	GRID RTX6000-8Q	Tesla K40c
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GRID RTX6000-8Q offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GRID RTX6000-8Q holds the technical lead. Priced at $500 (vs $500), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 0.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID RTX6000-8Q	Tesla K40c
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+0.4%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID RTX6000-8Q and Tesla K40c

GRID RTX6000-8Q

The GRID RTX6000-8Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 557 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,514 points.

Tesla K40c

The Tesla K40c is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 8 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 745 MHz to 876 MHz. It has 2880 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 245W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,495 points. Launch price was $7,699.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID RTX6000-8Q scores 4,514 and the Tesla K40c reaches 4,495 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID RTX6000-8Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Tesla K40c uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID RTX6000-8Q) vs 2,880 (Tesla K40c). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID RTX6000-8Q) vs 5.046 TFLOPS (Tesla K40c). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 876 MHz.

Feature	GRID RTX6000-8Q	Tesla K40c
G3D Mark Score	4,514	4,495
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	2048	2880+41%
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.825 TFLOPS	5.046 TFLOPS+5%
Boost Clock	1178 MHz+34%	876 MHz
ROPs	64+33%	48
TMUs	128	240+88%
L1 Cache	768 KB+220%	240 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB+33%	1.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID RTX6000-8Q	Tesla K40c
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID RTX6000-8Q) vs 1.5 MB (Tesla K40c) — the GRID RTX6000-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID RTX6000-8Q	Tesla K40c
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB+33%	1.5 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_2 (GRID RTX6000-8Q) vs 11_0 (Tesla K40c). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 0.

Feature	GRID RTX6000-8Q	Tesla K40c
DirectX	12_2+9%	11_0
Max Displays	0	0

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID RTX6000-8Q draws 225W versus the Tesla K40c's 245W — a 8.5% difference. The GRID RTX6000-8Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID RTX6000-8Q) vs 350W (Tesla K40c). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GRID RTX6000-8Q	Tesla K40c
TDP	225W-8%	245W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	267mm	267mm
Slots	2	2
Perf/Watt	20.1+10%	18.3

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Value Analysis

The GRID RTX6000-8Q launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the Tesla K40c launched at $7699 and now averages $500. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.0 (GRID RTX6000-8Q) vs 9.0 (Tesla K40c) — the Tesla K40c offers 0% better value. The GRID RTX6000-8Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).