
Tesla K40m vs Quadro M1200

Tesla K40m
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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. The Tesla K40m is positioned at rank #137 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro M1200 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.2% 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 K40m.
| Insight | Tesla K40m | Quadro M1200 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| 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
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Quadro M1200 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 K40m and Quadro M1200

Tesla K40m
The Tesla K40m is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 22 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 745 MHz to 876 MHz. It has 2880 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 245W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,143 points. Launch price was $7,699.

Quadro M1200
The Quadro M1200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 11 2017. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1093 MHz to 1150 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,212 points.
Graphics Performance
The Tesla K40m scores 3,143 and the Quadro M1200 reaches 3,212 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Tesla K40m is built on Kepler while the Quadro M1200 uses Maxwell, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,880 (Tesla K40m) vs 640 (Quadro M1200). Raw compute: 5.046 TFLOPS (Tesla K40m) vs 1.399 TFLOPS (Quadro M1200). Boost clocks: 876 MHz vs 1150 MHz.
| Feature | Tesla K40m | Quadro M1200 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,143 | 3,212+2% |
| Architecture | Kepler | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 2880+350% | 640 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 5.046 TFLOPS+261% | 1.399 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 876 MHz | 1150 MHz+31% |
| ROPs | 48+200% | 16 |
| TMUs | 240+500% | 40 |
| L1 Cache | 240 KB | 320 KB+33% |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB | 2 MB+33% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Tesla K40m | Quadro M1200 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 K40m comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro M1200 has 4 GB. The Quadro M1200 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1.5 MB (Tesla K40m) vs 2 MB (Quadro M1200) — the Quadro M1200 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Tesla K40m | Quadro M1200 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 4 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB | 2 MB+33% |
Power & Dimensions
The Tesla K40m draws 245W versus the Quadro M1200's 45W — a 137.9% difference. The Quadro M1200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Tesla K40m) vs 350W (Quadro M1200). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Tesla K40m | Quadro M1200 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 245W | 45W-82% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 82°C |
| Perf/Watt | 12.8 | 71.4+458% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro M1200 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2013).
| Feature | Tesla K40m | Quadro M1200 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $0 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $40 |
| Codename | GK110B | GM107 |
| Release | November 22 2013 | January 11 2017 |
| Ranking | #573 | #567 |
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