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Tesla C2050
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Radeon R7 260X
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Tesla C2050 is positioned at rank #334 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Tesla C2050
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R7 260X 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 Tesla C2050.
| Insight | Tesla C2050 | Radeon R7 260X |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Tesla C2050 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Tesla C2050 holds the technical lead. Priced at $95 (vs $150), it costs 37% less, resulting in a 56.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Tesla C2050 | Radeon R7 260X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+56.8%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($95) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) |
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 and Radeon R7 260X
Tesla C2050
The Tesla C2050 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: 3,176 points.
Radeon R7 260X
The Radeon R7 260X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 8 2013. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1000 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 115W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,198 points. Launch price was $139.
Graphics Performance
The Tesla C2050 scores 3,176 and the Radeon R7 260X reaches 3,198 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Tesla C2050 is built on Fermi while the Radeon R7 260X uses GCN 2.0, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 448 (Tesla C2050) vs 896 (Radeon R7 260X). Raw compute: 1.028 TFLOPS (Tesla C2050) vs 1.971 TFLOPS (Radeon R7 260X).
| Feature | Tesla C2050 | Radeon R7 260X |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,176 | 3,198 |
| Architecture | Fermi | GCN 2.0 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 448 | 896+100% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.028 TFLOPS | 1.971 TFLOPS+92% |
| ROPs | 48+200% | 16 |
| TMUs | 56 | 56 |
| L1 Cache | 896 KB+300% | 224 KB |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+200% | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Tesla C2050 | Radeon R7 260X |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 768 KB (Tesla C2050) vs 256 KB (Radeon R7 260X) — the Tesla C2050 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Tesla C2050 | Radeon R7 260X |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+200% | 256 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The Tesla C2050 draws 238W versus the Radeon R7 260X's 115W — a 69.7% difference. The Radeon R7 260X is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Tesla C2050) vs 500W (Radeon R7 260X). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Tesla C2050 | Radeon R7 260X |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 238W | 115W-52% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-30% | 500W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | — | 170mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 80 |
| Perf/Watt | 13.3 | 27.8+109% |
Value Analysis
The Tesla C2050 launched at $2499 MSRP and currently averages $95, while the Radeon R7 260X launched at $139 and now averages $150. The Tesla C2050 costs 36.7% less ($55 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 33.4 (Tesla C2050) vs 21.3 (Radeon R7 260X) — the Tesla C2050 offers 56.8% better value. The Radeon R7 260X is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2011).
| Feature | Tesla C2050 | Radeon R7 260X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2499 | $139-94% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $95-37% | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 33.4+57% | 21.3 |
| Codename | GF100 | Bonaire |
| Release | July 25 2011 | October 8 2013 |
| Ranking | #569 | #568 |
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