Tesla K8 vs Arc Graphics 140V
Tesla K8
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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 K8 is positioned at rank 208 and the Arc Graphics 140V is on rank 308, so the Tesla K8 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Tesla K8
Performance Per Dollar Arc Graphics 140V
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Arc Graphics 140V is significantly newer (2024 vs 2014). The Arc Graphics 140V likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Tesla K8 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Arc Graphics 140V is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.1% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Tesla K8 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Tesla K8 | Arc Graphics 140V |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | Xe² (2024) (3nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Tesla K8 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $100 versus $300 for the Arc Graphics 140V, it costs 67% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 196.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Tesla K8 | Arc Graphics 140V |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+196.7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($100) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($300) |
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 K8 and Arc Graphics 140V
Tesla K8
The Tesla K8 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 16 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 693 MHz to 811 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,111 points.
Arc Graphics 140V
The Arc Graphics 140V is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 24 2024. It features the Xe² architecture. The boost clock speed is 2050 MHz. It has 8 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 3 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,168 points.
Graphics Performance
The Tesla K8 scores 5,111 and the Arc Graphics 140V reaches 5,168 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Tesla K8 is built on Kepler while the Arc Graphics 140V uses Xe², both on 28 nm vs 3 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (Tesla K8) vs 8 (Arc Graphics 140V). Boost clocks: 811 MHz vs 2050 MHz.
| Feature | Tesla K8 | Arc Graphics 140V |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,111 | 5,168+1% |
| Architecture | Kepler | Xe² |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 3 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536+19100% | 8 |
| Boost Clock | 811 MHz | 2050 MHz+153% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Tesla K8 | Arc Graphics 140V |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | XeSS |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Tesla K8 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Arc Graphics 140V has 0 MB. The Tesla K8 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | Tesla K8 | Arc Graphics 140V |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | Shared |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | Shared |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Tesla K8 draws 100W versus the Arc Graphics 140V's 15W — a 147.8% difference. The Arc Graphics 140V is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Tesla K8) vs 350W (Arc Graphics 140V). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.
| Feature | Tesla K8 | Arc Graphics 140V |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 100W | 15W-85% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Integrated |
| Length | — | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 51.1 | 344.5+574% |
Value Analysis
The Tesla K8 launched at $1000 MSRP and currently averages $100, while the Arc Graphics 140V launched at $350 and now averages $300. The Tesla K8 costs 66.7% less ($200 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 51.1 (Tesla K8) vs 17.2 (Arc Graphics 140V) — the Tesla K8 offers 197.1% better value. The Arc Graphics 140V is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2014).
| Feature | Tesla K8 | Arc Graphics 140V |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1000 | $350-65% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100-67% | $300 |
| Performance per Dollar | 51.1+197% | 17.2 |
| Codename | GK104 | Lunar Lake iGPU |
| Release | September 16 2014 | September 24 2024 |
| Ranking | #515 | #434 |
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