Tesla K20m
VS
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

Tesla K20m vs GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

NVIDIA

Tesla K20m

2013Core: 706 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

2025

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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Tesla K20m is positioned at rank 1 and the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is on rank 13, so the Tesla K20m offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 K20m

#1
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
100%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

#6
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
122%
#8
110%
#9
110%
#13
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
100%
#14
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
99%
#18
Radeon RX 560X (móvel)
MSRP: $55|Avg: $55
98%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is significantly newer (2025 vs 2013). The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Tesla K20m lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% 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 K20m.

InsightTesla K20mGeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%)
Leading raw performance (+0.7%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Blackwell (2024−2025) (3nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $50 versus $55 for the Tesla K20m, it costs 9% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 10.8% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightTesla K20mGeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+10.8%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($55)
More affordable ($50)

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 K20m and GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

NVIDIA

Tesla K20m

The Tesla K20m is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 5 2013. 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 1050 (Mobile)

The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 2 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. It has 3584 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 3 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,463 points.

Graphics Performance

The Tesla K20m scores 4,432 and the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) reaches 4,463 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Tesla K20m is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) uses Blackwell 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 3 nm. Shader units: 2,496 (Tesla K20m) vs 3,584 (GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)).

FeatureTesla K20mGeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
G3D Mark Score
4,432
4,463
Architecture
Kepler
Blackwell 2.0
Process Node
28 nm
3 nm
Shading Units
2496
3584+44%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureTesla K20mGeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
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
💾

Video Memory (VRAM)

The Tesla K20m comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

FeatureTesla K20mGeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
4 GB+100%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
128-bit+100%
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The Tesla K20m draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)'s 50W — a 127.3% difference. The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Tesla K20m) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

FeatureTesla K20mGeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
TDP
225W
50W-78%
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
PCIe-powered
Slots
0
Temp (Load)
80°C
Perf/Watt
19.7
89.3+353%
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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) costs 9.1% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 80.6 (Tesla K20m) vs 89.3 (GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)) — the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) offers 10.8% better value. The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2013).

FeatureTesla K20mGeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP
$3199
Avg Price (30d)
$55
$50-9%
Performance per Dollar
80.6
89.3+11%
Codename
GK110
GN22-X2
Release
January 5 2013
January 2 2025
Ranking
#470
#não classificado