Quadro P1000 vs Tesla K20c

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 K20c

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Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

10628%

#325

Tesla K20c

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500

100%

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GRID M6-1Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

99%

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Quadro FX 380

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

99%

#328

Tesla C2050 / C2070

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30

99%

#329

FirePro M7740

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

96%

#330

Quadro FX 570

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

94%

#331

RTXA5000-24Q

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100

93%

#332

GRID P40-1Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

92%

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Tesla C2050

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $95

91%

#335

Tesla M10

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

91%

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FirePro S10000

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500

91%

#337

Quadro FX 3450

MSRP: $119|Avg: $30

90%

#338

GRID P40-24Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $200

89%

#339

Quadro 4000

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $30

88%

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FireStream 9250

MSRP: $999|Avg: $49

84%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro P1000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.4% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Tesla K20c.

Insight	Quadro P1000	Tesla K20c
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.4%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro P1000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro P1000 holds the technical lead. Priced at $80 (vs $500), it costs 84% less, resulting in a 533.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro P1000	Tesla K20c
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+533.9%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($80)	⚠️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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro P1000 and Tesla K20c

Quadro P1000

The Quadro P1000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 7 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1493 MHz to 1519 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 40W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,495 points. Launch price was $375.

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.

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Graphics Performance

The Quadro P1000 scores 4,495 and the Tesla K20c reaches 4,432 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro P1000 is built on Pascal while the Tesla K20c uses Kepler, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 640 (Quadro P1000) vs 2,496 (Tesla K20c). Raw compute: 1.555 TFLOPS (Quadro P1000) vs 3.524 TFLOPS (Tesla K20c).

Feature	Quadro P1000	Tesla K20c
G3D Mark Score	4,495+1%	4,432
Architecture	Pascal	Kepler
Process Node	14 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	640	2496+290%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.555 TFLOPS	3.524 TFLOPS+127%
ROPs	16	40+150%
TMUs	32	208+550%
L1 Cache	192 KB	208 KB+8%
L2 Cache	1 MB	1.25 MB+25%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro P1000	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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Quadro P1000 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Tesla K20c has 2 GB. The Quadro P1000 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (Quadro P1000) vs 1.25 MB (Tesla K20c) — the Tesla K20c has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro P1000	Tesla K20c
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB	1.25 MB+25%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Quadro P1000) vs 11_0 (Tesla K20c). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.

Feature	Quadro P1000	Tesla K20c
DirectX	12 (12_1)+9%	11_0
Max Displays	4	0

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro P1000 draws 40W versus the Tesla K20c's 225W — a 139.6% difference. The Quadro P1000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro P1000) vs 350W (Tesla K20c). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 145mm vs 267mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Quadro P1000	Tesla K20c
TDP	40W-82%	225W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	145mm	267mm
Height	69mm	—
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	70°C	—
Perf/Watt	112.4+471%	19.7

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Value Analysis

The Quadro P1000 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $80, while the Tesla K20c launched at $3199 and now averages $500. The Quadro P1000 costs 84% less ($420 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 56.2 (Quadro P1000) vs 8.9 (Tesla K20c) — the Quadro P1000 offers 531.5% better value. The Quadro P1000 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2012).