Tesla C2070 vs Radeon R9 260
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
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Tesla C2070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.4% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (6 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R9 260.
| Insight | Tesla C2070 | Radeon R9 260 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.4%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+200%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (248mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Tesla C2070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Tesla C2070 holds the technical lead. Priced at $38 (vs $40), it costs 5% less, resulting in a 7.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Tesla C2070 | Radeon R9 260 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+7.8%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($38) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40) |
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 Radeon R9 260
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.
Radeon R9 260
The Radeon R9 260 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in November 5 2013. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 947 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 275W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,048 points. Launch price was $399.
Graphics Performance
The Tesla C2070 scores 3,121 and the Radeon R9 260 reaches 3,048 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Tesla C2070 is built on Fermi while the Radeon R9 260 uses GCN 2.0, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 448 (Tesla C2070) vs 2,560 (Radeon R9 260). Raw compute: 1.028 TFLOPS (Tesla C2070) vs 4.849 TFLOPS (Radeon R9 260).
| Feature | Tesla C2070 | Radeon R9 260 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,121+2% | 3,048 |
| Architecture | Fermi | GCN 2.0 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 448 | 2560+471% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.028 TFLOPS | 4.849 TFLOPS+372% |
| ROPs | 48 | 64+33% |
| TMUs | 56 | 160+186% |
| L1 Cache | 896 KB+40% | 640 KB |
| L2 Cache | 0.75 MB | 1 MB+33% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Tesla C2070 | Radeon R9 260 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The Tesla C2070 comes with 6 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon R9 260 has 2 GB. The Tesla C2070 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.75 MB (Tesla C2070) vs 1 MB (Radeon R9 260) — the Radeon R9 260 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Tesla C2070 | Radeon R9 260 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB+200% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 0.75 MB | 1 MB+33% |
Power & Dimensions
The Tesla C2070 draws 238W versus the Radeon R9 260's 275W — a 14.4% difference. The Tesla C2070 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Tesla C2070) vs 450W (Radeon R9 260). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Tesla C2070 | Radeon R9 260 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 238W-13% | 275W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-22% | 450W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 248mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 13.1+18% | 11.1 |
Value Analysis
The Tesla C2070 launched at $1499 MSRP and currently averages $38, while the Radeon R9 260 launched at $139 and now averages $40. The Tesla C2070 costs 5% less ($2 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 82.1 (Tesla C2070) vs 76.2 (Radeon R9 260) — the Tesla C2070 offers 7.7% better value. The Radeon R9 260 is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2011).
| Feature | Tesla C2070 | Radeon R9 260 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1499 | $139-91% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $38-5% | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | 82.1+8% | 76.2 |
| Codename | GF100 | Hawaii |
| Release | July 25 2011 | November 5 2013 |
| Ranking | #575 | #316 |
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