Tesla C2050 / C2070
VS
Quadro 7000

Tesla C2050 / C2070 vs Quadro 7000

NVIDIA

Tesla C2050 / C2070

2011Core: 574 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

Quadro 7000

2012Core: 651 MHz

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 Tesla C2050 / C2070 is positioned at rank 327 and the Quadro 7000 is on rank 398, so the Tesla C2050 / C2070 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

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 Per Dollar Quadro 7000

#382
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
61554%
#397
Quadro FX 1500
MSRP: $699|Avg: $30
100%
#398
Quadro 7000
MSRP: $14499|Avg: $300
100%
#399
Tesla M2070-Q
MSRP: $5489|Avg: $50
100%
#400
Quadro FX 3700
MSRP: $1599|Avg: $500
96%
#401
Quadro FX 4700 X2
MSRP: $2999|Avg: $15
96%
#402
GRID M10-0B
MSRP: $4000|Avg: $1000
92%
#403
GRID K340
MSRP: $3299|Avg: $57
83%
#405
Quadro FX 4600
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $50
83%
#406
Quadro FX 5600
MSRP: $2999|Avg: $50
75%
#408
Quadro FX 3500
MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599
71%
#409
Quadro FX 1400
MSRP: $799|Avg: $30
67%
#410
GRID K1
MSRP: $4140|Avg: $120
67%
#412
GRID P4-1Q
MSRP: $5890|Avg: $185
50%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro 7000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Tesla C2050 / C2070.

InsightTesla C2050 / C2070Quadro 7000
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-2.2%)
Leading raw performance (+2.2%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))
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 (248mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Tesla C2050 / C2070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Tesla C2050 / C2070 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $300), it costs 90% less, resulting in a 878% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightTesla C2050 / C2070Quadro 7000
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+878%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($30)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($300)

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 Tesla C2050 / C2070 and Quadro 7000

NVIDIA

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.

NVIDIA

Quadro 7000

The Quadro 7000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 2 2012. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 651 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 204W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,505 points. Launch price was $14,499.

Graphics Performance

The Tesla C2050 / C2070 scores 3,428 and the Quadro 7000 reaches 3,505 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Tesla C2050 / C2070 is built on Fermi while the Quadro 7000 uses Fermi 2.0, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 448 (Tesla C2050 / C2070) vs 512 (Quadro 7000). Raw compute: 1.028 TFLOPS (Tesla C2050 / C2070) vs 1.3322 TFLOPS (Quadro 7000).

FeatureTesla C2050 / C2070Quadro 7000
G3D Mark Score
3,428
3,505+2%
Architecture
Fermi
Fermi 2.0
Process Node
40 nm
40 nm
Shading Units
448
512+14%
Compute (TFLOPS)
1.028 TFLOPS
1.3322 TFLOPS+30%
ROPs
48
48
TMUs
56
64+14%
L1 Cache
896 KB
896 KB
L2 Cache
768 KB
768 KB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureTesla C2050 / C2070Quadro 7000
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)

Both cards feature 6 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

FeatureTesla C2050 / C2070Quadro 7000
VRAM Capacity
6 GB
6 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
64-bit
L2 Cache
768 KB
768 KB
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The Tesla C2050 / C2070 draws 238W versus the Quadro 7000's 204W — a 15.4% difference. The Quadro 7000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Tesla C2050 / C2070) vs 350W (Quadro 7000). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

FeatureTesla C2050 / C2070Quadro 7000
TDP
238W
204W-14%
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
PCIe-powered
Length
248mm
Slots
2
Perf/Watt
14.4
17.2+19%
💰

Value Analysis

The Tesla C2050 / C2070 launched at $2499 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the Quadro 7000 launched at $14499 and now averages $300. The Tesla C2050 / C2070 costs 90% less ($270 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 114.3 (Tesla C2050 / C2070) vs 11.7 (Quadro 7000) — the Tesla C2050 / C2070 offers 876.9% better value. The Quadro 7000 is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2011).

FeatureTesla C2050 / C2070Quadro 7000
MSRP
$2499-83%
$14499
Avg Price (30d)
$30-90%
$300
Performance per Dollar
114.3+877%
11.7
Codename
GF100
GF110
Release
July 25 2011
May 2 2012
Ranking
#569
#541