Quadro vs Tesla K8
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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 Quadro is positioned at rank 215 and the Tesla K8 is on rank 208, so the Tesla K8 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro
Performance Per Dollar Tesla K8
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Tesla K8 is significantly newer (2014 vs 1999). The Tesla K8 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Tesla K8 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.2% 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 Quadro.
| Insight | Quadro | Tesla K8 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (1999 / Celsius (1999−2005)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $100), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 95.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro | Tesla K8 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+95.7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($50) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100) |
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 Quadro and Tesla K8
Quadro
The Quadro is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in 1999. It features the Celsius architecture. The core clock speed is 135 MHz. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 220 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,000 points.
Tesla K8
The Tesla K8 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 16 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 693 MHz to 811 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,111 points.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro scores 5,000 and the Tesla K8 reaches 5,111 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro is built on Celsius while the Tesla K8 uses Kepler, both on 220 nm vs 28 nm.
| Feature | Quadro | Tesla K8 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,000 | 5,111+2% |
| Architecture | Celsius | Kepler |
| Process Node | 220 nm | 28 nm |
| ROPs | 4 | 32+700% |
| TMUs | 4 | 128+3100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro | Tesla K8 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The Quadro comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Tesla K8 has 4 GB. The Tesla K8 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Quadro | Tesla K8 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 4 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro draws 75W versus the Tesla K8's 100W — a 28.6% difference. The Quadro is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro) vs 350W (Tesla K8). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Quadro | Tesla K8 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W-25% | 100W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 66.7+31% | 51.1 |
Value Analysis
The Quadro launched at $1000 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Tesla K8 launched at $1000 and now averages $100. The Quadro costs 50% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 100.0 (Quadro) vs 51.1 (Tesla K8) — the Quadro offers 95.7% better value. The Tesla K8 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 1999).
| Feature | Quadro | Tesla K8 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1000 | $1000 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-50% | $100 |
| Performance per Dollar | 100.0+96% | 51.1 |
| Codename | NV10 | GK104 |
| Release | 1999 | September 16 2014 |
| Ranking | #900 | #515 |
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