Tesla K80 vs Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire
Tesla K80
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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 K80 is positioned at rank 343 and the Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire is on rank 264, so the Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Tesla K80
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Tesla K80.
| Insight | Tesla K80 | Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler 2.0 (2013−2015)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN (2012−2015)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Tesla K80 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Tesla K80 holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $75), it costs 33% less, resulting in a 46.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Tesla K80 | Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+46.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($50) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75) |
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 K80 and Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire
Tesla K80
The Tesla K80 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 17 2014. It features the Kepler 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 562 MHz to 824 MHz. It has 2496 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,363 points.
Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire
The Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 1 2012. It features the GCN architecture. The core clock ranges from 850 MHz to 900 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,500 points.
Graphics Performance
The Tesla K80 scores 5,363 and the Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire reaches 5,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Tesla K80 is built on Kepler 2.0 while the Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire uses GCN, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,496 (Tesla K80) vs 2,560 (Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire). Boost clocks: 824 MHz vs 900 MHz.
| Feature | Tesla K80 | Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,363 | 5,500+3% |
| Architecture | Kepler 2.0 | GCN |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 2496 ×2 | 2560+3% |
| Boost Clock | 824 MHz | 900 MHz+9% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Tesla K80 | Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit x2.
| Feature | Tesla K80 | Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 256-bit x2+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The Tesla K80 draws 300W versus the Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire's 200W — a 40% difference. The Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Tesla K80) vs 350W (Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Tesla K80 | Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 300W | 200W-33% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Perf/Watt | 17.9 | 27.5+54% |
Value Analysis
The Tesla K80 launched at $5000 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire launched at $300 and now averages $75. The Tesla K80 costs 33.3% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 107.3 (Tesla K80) vs 73.3 (Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire) — the Tesla K80 offers 46.4% better value. The Tesla K80 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2012).
| Feature | Tesla K80 | Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $5000 | $300-94% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-33% | $75 |
| Performance per Dollar | 107.3+46% | 73.3 |
| Codename | GK210 | Neptune CF |
| Release | November 17 2014 | May 1 2012 |
| Ranking | #419 | #350 |
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