Tesla K20c
VS
GeForce GTX 1650

Tesla K20c vs GeForce GTX 1650

NVIDIA

Tesla K20c

2012Core: 706 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 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. The Tesla K20c is positioned at rank #325 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 K20c

#310
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
10628%
#325
Tesla K20c
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500
100%
#326
GRID M6-1Q
MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100
99%
#327
Quadro FX 380
MSRP: $129|Avg: $15
99%
#328
Tesla C2050 / C2070
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30
99%
#329
FirePro M7740
MSRP: $500|Avg: $500
96%
#330
Quadro FX 570
MSRP: $199|Avg: $15
94%
#331
RTXA5000-24Q
MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100
93%
#332
GRID P40-1Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
92%
#334
Tesla C2050
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $95
91%
#335
Tesla M10
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500
91%
#336
FirePro S10000
MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500
91%
#337
Quadro FX 3450
MSRP: $119|Avg: $30
90%
#338
GRID P40-24Q
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $200
89%
#339
Quadro 4000
MSRP: $1199|Avg: $30
88%
#340
FireStream 9250
MSRP: $999|Avg: $49
84%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1650 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2012). The GeForce GTX 1650 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 GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 77.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Tesla K20c.

InsightTesla K20cGeForce GTX 1650
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-77.5%)
Leading raw performance (+77.5%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
Standard Size (267mm)
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $500 for the Tesla K20c, it costs 85% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 1083.7% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightTesla K20cGeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+1083.7%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500)
More affordable ($75)

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 GeForce GTX 1650

NVIDIA

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.

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

The GeForce GTX 1650 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 23 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1485 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,869 points. Launch price was $149.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Tesla K20c scores 4,432 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 77.5%. The Tesla K20c is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 2,496 (Tesla K20c) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 3.524 TFLOPS (Tesla K20c) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650).

FeatureTesla K20cGeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score
4,432
7,869+78%
Architecture
Kepler
Turing
Process Node
28 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
2496+179%
896
Compute (TFLOPS)
3.524 TFLOPS+18%
2.984 TFLOPS
ROPs
40+25%
32
TMUs
208+271%
56
L1 Cache
208 KB
896 KB+331%
L2 Cache
1.25 MB+25%
1 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureTesla K20cGeForce GTX 1650
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Tesla K20c comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 1.25 MB (Tesla K20c) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the Tesla K20c has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureTesla K20cGeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
4 GB+100%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
128-bit+100%
L2 Cache
1.25 MB+25%
1 MB
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11_0 (Tesla K20c) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.

FeatureTesla K20cGeForce GTX 1650
DirectX
11_0
12+9%
Max Displays
0
3
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The Tesla K20c draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 100% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Tesla K20c) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 267mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

FeatureTesla K20cGeForce GTX 1650
TDP
225W
75W-67%
Recommended PSU
350W
300W-14%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
None
Length
267mm
229mm
Height
111mm
Slots
2
2
Temp (Load)
70°C
Perf/Watt
19.7
104.9+432%
💰

Value Analysis

The Tesla K20c launched at $3199 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 85% less ($425 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.9 (Tesla K20c) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 1078.7% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2012).

FeatureTesla K20cGeForce GTX 1650
MSRP
$3199
$149-95%
Avg Price (30d)
$500
$75-85%
Performance per Dollar
8.9
104.9+1079%
Codename
GK110
TU117
Release
November 12 2012
April 23 2019
Ranking
#549
#323