Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU vs Tesla K20c
Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU
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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 Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU is positioned at rank 24 and the Tesla K20c is on rank 325, so the Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU
Performance Per Dollar Tesla K20c
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Tesla K20c is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU.
| Insight | Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU | Tesla K20c |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 5.0 (2017−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Tesla K20c remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU and Tesla K20c
Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU
The Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 27 2017. It features the GCN 5.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1400 MHz to 1500 MHz. It has 4096 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,403 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 Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU scores 4,403 and the Tesla K20c reaches 4,432 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU is built on GCN 5.0 while the Tesla K20c uses Kepler, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 4,096 (Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU) vs 2,496 (Tesla K20c). Raw compute: 12.29 TFLOPS ×2 (Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU) vs 3.524 TFLOPS (Tesla K20c).
| Feature | Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU | Tesla K20c |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4,403 | 4,432 |
| Architecture | GCN 5.0 | Kepler |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 4096 ×2+64% | 2496 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 12.29 TFLOPS ×2+249% | 3.524 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 64 ×2+60% | 40 |
| TMUs | 256 ×2+23% | 208 |
| L1 Cache | 1 MB+400% | 0.2 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+220% | 1.25 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU | Tesla K20c |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU) vs 1.25 MB (Tesla K20c) — the Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU | Tesla K20c |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+220% | 1.25 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU draws 300W versus the Tesla K20c's 225W — a 28.6% difference. The Tesla K20c is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU) vs 350W (Tesla K20c). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU | Tesla K20c |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 300W | 225W-25% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 267mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Perf/Watt | 14.7 | 19.7+34% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2012).
| Feature | Radeon Instinct MI25 MxGPU | Tesla K20c |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $3199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $500 |
| Codename | Vega 10 | GK110 |
| Release | June 27 2017 | November 12 2012 |
| Ranking | #474 | #549 |
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