Tesla K20c vs Arc Graphics 140T
Tesla K20c
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Tesla K20c is positioned at rank 325 and the Arc Graphics 140T is on rank 330, so the Tesla K20c offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Tesla K20c
Performance Per Dollar Arc Graphics 140T
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Arc Graphics 140T is significantly newer (2025 vs 2012). The Arc Graphics 140T likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Tesla K20c lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Arc Graphics 140T is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.5% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Tesla K20c offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Tesla K20c | Arc Graphics 140T |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | Xe+ (2025) (Standard Node) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Arc Graphics 140T offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $300 versus $500 for the Tesla K20c, it costs 40% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 69.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Tesla K20c | Arc Graphics 140T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+69.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500) | ✅More affordable ($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 K20c and Arc Graphics 140T
Tesla K20c
The Tesla K20c is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 12 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 706 MHz. It has 2496 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,432 points. Launch price was $3,199.
Arc Graphics 140T
The Arc Graphics 140T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 6 2025. It features the Xe+ architecture. The boost clock speed is 2350 MHz. It has 8 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 35W. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,500 points.
Graphics Performance
The Tesla K20c scores 4,432 and the Arc Graphics 140T reaches 4,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Tesla K20c is built on Kepler while the Arc Graphics 140T uses Xe+. Shader units: 2,496 (Tesla K20c) vs 8 (Arc Graphics 140T).
| Feature | Tesla K20c | Arc Graphics 140T |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4,432 | 4,500+2% |
| Architecture | Kepler | Xe+ |
| Shading Units | 2496+31100% | 8 |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB | 8 MB+540% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Tesla K20c | Arc Graphics 140T |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | XeSS |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Tesla K20c comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Arc Graphics 140T has 0 MB. The Tesla K20c offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System. L2 Cache: 1.25 MB (Tesla K20c) vs 8 MB (Arc Graphics 140T) — the Arc Graphics 140T has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Tesla K20c | Arc Graphics 140T |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | Shared |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | System |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB | 8 MB+540% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11_0 (Tesla K20c) vs 12.2 (Arc Graphics 140T). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.
| Feature | Tesla K20c | Arc Graphics 140T |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11_0 | 12.2+11% |
| Max Displays | 0 | 3 |
Power & Dimensions
The Tesla K20c draws 225W versus the Arc Graphics 140T's 35W — a 146.2% difference. The Arc Graphics 140T is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Tesla K20c) vs 350W (Arc Graphics 140T). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated. Card length: 267mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | Tesla K20c | Arc Graphics 140T |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 35W-84% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Integrated |
| Length | 267mm | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 19.7 | 128.6+553% |
Value Analysis
The Tesla K20c launched at $3199 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the Arc Graphics 140T launched at $350 and now averages $300. The Arc Graphics 140T costs 40% less ($200 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.9 (Tesla K20c) vs 15.0 (Arc Graphics 140T) — the Arc Graphics 140T offers 68.5% better value. The Arc Graphics 140T is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2012).
| Feature | Tesla K20c | Arc Graphics 140T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3199 | $350-89% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $500 | $300-40% |
| Performance per Dollar | 8.9 | 15.0+69% |
| Codename | GK110 | — |
| Release | November 12 2012 | January 6 2025 |
| Ranking | #549 | #409 |
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