GeForce RTX 3060 Ti vs Tesla C2050 / C2070

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 GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

100%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

96%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

95%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

95%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

95%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

94%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

93%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

93%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

92%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

91%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

90%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

90%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

89%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

88%

#15

Radeon RX 6500 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

88%

#16

GeForce RTX 3070

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Tesla C2050 / C2070

#311

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

10783%

#326

Quadro FX 380

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

100%

#327

Tesla C2050 / C2070

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30

100%

#328

FirePro M7740

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

97%

#329

Quadro FX 570

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

95%

#330

RTXA5000-24Q

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100

94%

#331

GRID P40-1Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

93%

#333

Tesla M10

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

93%

#334

Tesla C2050

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $95

93%

#335

FirePro S10000

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500

92%

#336

Quadro FX 3450

MSRP: $119|Avg: $30

91%

#337

GRID P40-24Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $200

91%

#338

Quadro 4000

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $30

90%

#339

FireStream 9250

MSRP: $999|Avg: $49

85%

#340

GRID P40-3Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699

84%

#341

GRID M10-2Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150

79%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is significantly newer (2020 vs 2011). The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Tesla C2050 / C2070 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 492.5% higher G3D Mark score and 33.3% more VRAM (8 GB vs 6 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Tesla C2050 / C2070.

Insight	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	Tesla C2050 / C2070
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+492.5%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-492.5%)
Longevity	🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (248mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Tesla C2050 / C2070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $30 versus $280 for the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, it costs 89% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 57.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	Tesla C2050 / C2070
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+57.5%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($280)	✅More affordable ($30)

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.

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Benchmark Check

Tesla C2050 / C2070 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3060 Ti and Tesla C2050 / C2070

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 1 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1410 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 4864 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 38 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 20,312 points. Launch price was $399.

Tesla C2050 / C2070

The Tesla C2050 / C2070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 25 2011. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 574 MHz. It has 448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 238W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,428 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 20,312 versus the Tesla C2050 / C2070's 3,428 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 492.5%. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is built on Ampere while the Tesla C2050 / C2070 uses Fermi, both on 8 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 448 (Tesla C2050 / C2070). Raw compute: 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 1.028 TFLOPS (Tesla C2050 / C2070).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	Tesla C2050 / C2070
G3D Mark Score	20,312+493%	3,428
Architecture	Ampere	Fermi
Process Node	8 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	4864+986%	448
Compute (TFLOPS)	16.2 TFLOPS+1476%	1.028 TFLOPS
ROPs	80+67%	48
TMUs	152+171%	56
L1 Cache	4.8 MB+445%	0.88 MB
L2 Cache	4 MB+433%	0.75 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The Tesla C2050 / C2070 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	Tesla C2050 / C2070
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 2.0	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the Tesla C2050 / C2070 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 0.75 MB (Tesla C2050 / C2070) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	Tesla C2050 / C2070
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+33%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	256-bit+300%	64-bit
L2 Cache	4 MB+433%	0.75 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 11_0 (Tesla C2050 / C2070). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 1.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	Tesla C2050 / C2070
DirectX	12 Ultimate (12_2)+9%	11_0
Max Displays	4+300%	1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti draws 200W versus the Tesla C2050 / C2070's 238W — a 17.4% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 350W (Tesla C2050 / C2070). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 242mm vs 248mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	Tesla C2050 / C2070
TDP	200W-16%	238W
Recommended PSU	600W	350W-42%
Power Connector	8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	242mm	248mm
Height	112mm	—
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	75	—
Perf/Watt	101.6+606%	14.4

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $280, while the Tesla C2050 / C2070 launched at $2499 and now averages $30. The Tesla C2050 / C2070 costs 89.3% less ($250 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 114.3 (Tesla C2050 / C2070) — the Tesla C2050 / C2070 offers 57.7% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2011).