Tesla K20Xm vs GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
Tesla K20Xm
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Tesla K20Xm is positioned at rank 100 and the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is on rank 13, so the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Tesla K20Xm
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is significantly newer (2025 vs 2012). 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 K20Xm 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 1.4% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Tesla K20Xm offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Tesla K20Xm | GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | Blackwell (2024−2025) (3nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+50%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| 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 $7,699 for the Tesla K20Xm, it costs 99% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 15507.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Tesla K20Xm | GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+15507.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($7,699) | ✅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 K20Xm and GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
Tesla K20Xm
The Tesla K20Xm is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 12 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 732 MHz. It has 2688 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 235W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,403 points. Launch price was $7,699.
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 K20Xm scores 4,403 and the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) reaches 4,463 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Tesla K20Xm is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) uses Blackwell 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 3 nm. Shader units: 2,688 (Tesla K20Xm) vs 3,584 (GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)).
| Feature | Tesla K20Xm | GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4,403 | 4,463+1% |
| Architecture | Kepler | Blackwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 3 nm |
| Shading Units | 2688 | 3584+33% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Tesla K20Xm | GeForce 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 K20Xm comes with 6 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) has 4 GB. The Tesla K20Xm offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Tesla K20Xm | GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB+50% | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The Tesla K20Xm draws 235W versus the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)'s 50W — a 129.8% difference. The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Tesla K20Xm) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Tesla K20Xm | GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 235W | 50W-79% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 18.7 | 89.3+378% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2012).
| Feature | Tesla K20Xm | GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $7699 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $50 |
| Codename | GK110 | GN22-X2 |
| Release | November 12 2012 | January 2 2025 |
| Ranking | #473 | #não classificado |
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