Tesla C2070 vs GeForce RTX 2060
Tesla C2070
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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. The Tesla C2070 is positioned at rank #287 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 C2070
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 2060 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2011). The GeForce RTX 2060 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 2060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 352.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Tesla C2070.
| Insight | Tesla C2070 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-352.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+352.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (6 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (248mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $120 (vs $38), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 43.2% better value per dollar than the Tesla C2070.
| Insight | Tesla C2070 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+43.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($38) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120) |
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 C2070 and GeForce RTX 2060
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.
GeForce RTX 2060
The GeForce RTX 2060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 7 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1680 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 30 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 14,114 points. Launch price was $349.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Tesla C2070 scores 3,121 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 352.2%. The Tesla C2070 is built on Fermi while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 40 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 448 (Tesla C2070) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 1.028 TFLOPS (Tesla C2070) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060).
| Feature | Tesla C2070 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,121 | 14,114+352% |
| Architecture | Fermi | Turing |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 448 | 1920+329% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.028 TFLOPS | 6.451 TFLOPS+528% |
| ROPs | 48 | 48 |
| TMUs | 56 | 120+114% |
| L1 Cache | 0.88 MB | 1.9 MB+116% |
| L2 Cache | 0.75 MB | 3 MB+300% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Tesla C2070 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 6 GB of video memory. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.75 MB (Tesla C2070) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Tesla C2070 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB | 6 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 192-bit+200% |
| L2 Cache | 0.75 MB | 3 MB+300% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (Tesla C2070) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 4.
| Feature | Tesla C2070 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0) | 12 Ultimate (12_2) |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 1 | 4+300% |
Media & Encoding
Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (Tesla C2070) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce RTX 2060).
| Feature | Tesla C2070 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | — | NVENC (Turing) |
| Decoder | — | NVDEC (Turing) |
| Codecs | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 | H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The Tesla C2070 draws 238W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 39.2% difference. The GeForce RTX 2060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Tesla C2070) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 248mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | Tesla C2070 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 238W | 160W-33% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-30% | 500W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 248mm | 229mm |
| Height | — | 113mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 72 |
| Perf/Watt | 13.1 | 88.2+573% |
Value Analysis
The Tesla C2070 launched at $1499 MSRP and currently averages $38, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. The Tesla C2070 costs 68.3% less ($82 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 82.1 (Tesla C2070) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 43.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2011).
| Feature | Tesla C2070 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1499 | $349-77% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $38-68% | $120 |
| Performance per Dollar | 82.1 | 117.6+43% |
| Codename | GF100 | TU106 |
| Release | July 25 2011 | January 7 2019 |
| Ranking | #575 | #168 |
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