Tesla M10 vs Radeon Pro 555
Tesla M10
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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 M10 is positioned at rank #334 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 M10
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Tesla M10 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon Pro 555.
| Insight | Tesla M10 | Radeon Pro 555 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Tesla M10 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Tesla M10 holds the technical lead. Priced at $500 (vs $1,000), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 102% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Tesla M10 | Radeon Pro 555 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+102%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($500) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,000) |
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 M10 and Radeon Pro 555
Tesla M10
The Tesla M10 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1033 MHz to 1306 MHz. It has 640 ×4 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,173 points.
Radeon Pro 555
The Radeon Pro 555 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 5 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 850 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,141 points.
Graphics Performance
The Tesla M10 scores 3,173 and the Radeon Pro 555 reaches 3,141 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Tesla M10 is built on Maxwell while the Radeon Pro 555 uses GCN 4.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 640 (Tesla M10) vs 768 (Radeon Pro 555). Raw compute: 1.672 TFLOPS ×4 (Tesla M10) vs 1.306 TFLOPS (Radeon Pro 555).
| Feature | Tesla M10 | Radeon Pro 555 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,173+1% | 3,141 |
| Architecture | Maxwell | GCN 4.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 640 ×4 | 768+20% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.672 TFLOPS ×4+28% | 1.306 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 16 ×4 | 16 |
| TMUs | 40 ×4 | 48+20% |
| L1 Cache | 320 KB+67% | 192 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+100% | 1 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Tesla M10 | Radeon Pro 555 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (Tesla M10) vs 1 MB (Radeon Pro 555) — the Tesla M10 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Tesla M10 | Radeon Pro 555 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+100% | 1 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The Tesla M10 draws 225W versus the Radeon Pro 555's 75W — a 100% difference. The Radeon Pro 555 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Tesla M10) vs 350W (Radeon Pro 555). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Tesla M10 | Radeon Pro 555 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 75W-67% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 267mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 14.1 | 41.9+197% |
Value Analysis
The Tesla M10 launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the Radeon Pro 555 launched at $0 and now averages $1000. The Tesla M10 costs 50% less ($500 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 6.3 (Tesla M10) vs 3.1 (Radeon Pro 555) — the Tesla M10 offers 103.2% better value. The Radeon Pro 555 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2016).
| Feature | Tesla M10 | Radeon Pro 555 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2500 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $500-50% | $1000 |
| Performance per Dollar | 6.3+103% | 3.1 |
| Codename | GM107 | Polaris 21 |
| Release | May 18 2016 | June 5 2017 |
| Ranking | #570 | #574 |
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