Tesla K20Xm vs Quadro M2200
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 Quadro M2200 is on rank 158, so the Tesla K20Xm 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 Quadro M2200
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Tesla K20Xm is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.5% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (6 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro M2200.
| Insight | Tesla K20Xm | Quadro M2200 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.5%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) |
| 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 Quadro M2200 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro M2200 holds the technical lead. Priced at $70 (vs $7,699), it costs 99% less, resulting in a 10626.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Tesla K20Xm | Quadro M2200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+10626.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($7,699) | ✅More affordable ($70) |
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 Quadro M2200
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.
Quadro M2200
The Quadro M2200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 11 2017. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 695 MHz to 1036 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,294 points.
Graphics Performance
The Tesla K20Xm scores 4,403 and the Quadro M2200 reaches 4,294 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Tesla K20Xm is built on Kepler while the Quadro M2200 uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,688 (Tesla K20Xm) vs 1,024 (Quadro M2200). Raw compute: 3.935 TFLOPS (Tesla K20Xm) vs 2.122 TFLOPS (Quadro M2200).
| Feature | Tesla K20Xm | Quadro M2200 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4,403+3% | 4,294 |
| Architecture | Kepler | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 2688+163% | 1024 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 3.935 TFLOPS+85% | 2.122 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 48+50% | 32 |
| TMUs | 224+250% | 64 |
| L1 Cache | 224 KB | 384 KB+71% |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB+50% | 1 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Tesla K20Xm | Quadro M2200 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Tesla K20Xm comes with 6 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro M2200 has 4 GB. The Tesla K20Xm offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1.5 MB (Tesla K20Xm) vs 1 MB (Quadro M2200) — the Tesla K20Xm has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Tesla K20Xm | Quadro M2200 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB+50% | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB+50% | 1 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The Tesla K20Xm draws 235W versus the Quadro M2200's 55W — a 124.1% difference. The Quadro M2200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Tesla K20Xm) vs 350W (Quadro M2200). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Tesla K20Xm | Quadro M2200 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 235W | 55W-77% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 18.7 | 78.1+318% |
Value Analysis
The Tesla K20Xm launched at $7699 MSRP, while the Quadro M2200 launched at $500 and now averages $70. The Quadro M2200 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2012).
| Feature | Tesla K20Xm | Quadro M2200 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $7699 | $500-94% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $70 |
| Codename | GK110 | GM206 |
| Release | November 12 2012 | January 11 2017 |
| Ranking | #473 | #479 |
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