Tesla K8 vs GeForce GTX 1050 3GB
Tesla K8
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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 K8 is positioned at rank #208 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.
Performance Per Dollar Tesla K8
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB 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 GeForce GTX 1050 3GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.1% 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 | GeForce GTX 1050 3GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+33.3%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $100 for the Tesla K8, it costs 40% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 66.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Tesla K8 | GeForce GTX 1050 3GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+66.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100) | ✅More affordable ($60) |
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 GeForce GTX 1050 3GB
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.
GeForce GTX 1050 3GB
The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 21 2018. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1392 MHz to 1518 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,116 points.
Graphics Performance
The Tesla K8 scores 5,111 and the GeForce GTX 1050 3GB reaches 5,116 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Tesla K8 is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 1050 3GB uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (Tesla K8) vs 768 (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB). Raw compute: 2.491 TFLOPS (Tesla K8) vs 2.332 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB). Boost clocks: 811 MHz vs 1518 MHz.
| Feature | Tesla K8 | GeForce GTX 1050 3GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,111 | 5,116 |
| Architecture | Kepler | Pascal |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536+100% | 768 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.491 TFLOPS+7% | 2.332 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 811 MHz | 1518 MHz+87% |
| ROPs | 32+33% | 24 |
| TMUs | 128+167% | 48 |
| L1 Cache | 128 KB | 288 KB+125% |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 768 KB+50% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Tesla K8 | GeForce GTX 1050 3GB |
|---|---|---|
| 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 K8 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1050 3GB has 3 GB. The Tesla K8 offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 96-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (Tesla K8) vs 768 KB (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB) — the GeForce GTX 1050 3GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Tesla K8 | GeForce GTX 1050 3GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+33% | 3 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+33% | 96-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 768 KB+50% |
Power & Dimensions
The Tesla K8 draws 100W versus the GeForce GTX 1050 3GB's 75W — a 28.6% difference. The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Tesla K8) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None.
| Feature | Tesla K8 | GeForce GTX 1050 3GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 100W | 75W-25% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 300W-14% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | — | 145mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 65 |
| Perf/Watt | 51.1 | 68.2+33% |
Value Analysis
The Tesla K8 launched at $1000 MSRP and currently averages $100, while the GeForce GTX 1050 3GB launched at $129 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB costs 40% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 51.1 (Tesla K8) vs 85.3 (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB) — the GeForce GTX 1050 3GB offers 66.9% better value. The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2014).
| Feature | Tesla K8 | GeForce GTX 1050 3GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1000 | $129-87% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | $60-40% |
| Performance per Dollar | 51.1 | 85.3+67% |
| Codename | GK104 | GP107 |
| Release | September 16 2014 | May 21 2018 |
| Ranking | #515 | #440 |
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