GeForce RTX 3060 vs Tesla C2070
GeForce RTX 3060
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060
Performance Per Dollar Tesla C2070
Why is GeForce RTX 3060 better than Tesla C2070?
Comparing the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti to the Tesla C2070 showcases the monumental jump from legendary 2010 professional compute to a modern desktop gaming powerhouse. The Tesla C2070 was a professional high-performance computing card from 2010 based on the Fermi architecture, while the RTX 3060 Ti is a 2020 desktop card legendary for its 1440p gaming throughput.\n\nIn raw performance, the RTX 3060 Ti is in a completely separate universe, delivering more than 20 times the compute power and introducing entire categories of graphics technology—like dedicated Ray Tracing and AI-powered upscaling (DLSS)—that were unimaginable when the Tesla card was released. While the Tesla C2070 was revolutionary for its time in HPC and research with its 6GB of VRAM, its legacy hardware and lack of modern pipelines make it obsolete for contemporary software. The RTX card comfortably handles ultra settings at high resolutions that would be impossible for the aging professional chip.\n\nUltimately, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the definitive choice for any user seeking high-performance results. The Tesla C2070 remains a piece of computing history, representing a much older era of professional compute. For today's standards, the move to a modern RTX 30-series card represents a night-and-day difference in speed, resolution, and overall system capability.
Performance Comparison
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⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3060 is significantly newer (2021 vs 2011). The GeForce RTX 3060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Tesla C2070 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 444.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (12 GB vs 6 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Tesla C2070.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla C2070 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+444.5%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-444.5%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | Standard Size (248mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The Tesla C2070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $38 versus $289 for the GeForce RTX 3060, it costs 87% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 39.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla C2070 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+39.7%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($289) | ✅More affordable ($38) |
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 GeForce RTX 3060 and Tesla C2070
GeForce RTX 3060
The GeForce RTX 3060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1320 MHz to 1777 MHz. It has 3584 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 170W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 28 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,995 points. Launch price was $329.
Tesla C2070
The Tesla 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: 3,121 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 scores 16,995 versus the Tesla C2070's 3,121 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 444.5%. The GeForce RTX 3060 is built on Ampere while the Tesla C2070 uses Fermi, both on 8 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 448 (Tesla C2070). Raw compute: 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 1.028 TFLOPS (Tesla C2070).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla C2070 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 16,995+445% | 3,121 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Fermi |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 3584+700% | 448 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 12.74 TFLOPS+1139% | 1.028 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 48 | 48 |
| TMUs | 112+100% | 56 |
| L1 Cache | 3.5 MB+298% | 0.88 MB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+300% | 0.75 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
The GeForce RTX 3060 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The Tesla C2070 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 3060 comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the Tesla C2070 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 192-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 0.75 MB (Tesla C2070) — the GeForce RTX 3060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla C2070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+100% | 6 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 192-bit+200% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+300% | 0.75 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 12 (11_0) (Tesla C2070). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 1.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla C2070 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 (11_0) |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4+300% | 1 |
Media & Encoding
Supported codecs: AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (Tesla C2070).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla C2070 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th Gen | — |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th Gen | — |
| Codecs | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3060 draws 170W versus the Tesla C2070's 238W — a 33.3% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 350W (Tesla C2070). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 242mm vs 248mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla C2070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 170W-29% | 238W |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 350W-36% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 242mm | 248mm |
| Height | 112mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 75 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 100.0+663% | 13.1 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 MSRP and currently averages $289, while the Tesla C2070 launched at $1499 and now averages $38. The Tesla C2070 costs 86.9% less ($251 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 82.1 (Tesla C2070) — the Tesla C2070 offers 39.6% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2011).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla C2070 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329-78% | $1499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $289 | $38-87% |
| Performance per Dollar | 58.8 | 82.1+40% |
| Codename | GA106 | GF100 |
| Release | January 12 2021 | July 25 2011 |
| Ranking | #114 | #575 |
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