Tesla M2070-Q vs Radeon HD 4870 X2
Tesla M2070-Q
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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 M2070-Q is positioned at rank 398 and the Radeon HD 4870 X2 is on rank 302, so the Radeon HD 4870 X2 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Tesla M2070-Q
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 4870 X2
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 4870 X2 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.2% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (1 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Tesla M2070-Q.
| Insight | Tesla M2070-Q | Radeon HD 4870 X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / TeraScale (2005−2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The Tesla M2070-Q offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Tesla M2070-Q holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $550), it costs 91% less, resulting in a 997.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Tesla M2070-Q | Radeon HD 4870 X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+997.5%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($50) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($550) |
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 M2070-Q and Radeon HD 4870 X2
Tesla M2070-Q
The Tesla M2070-Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 25 2011. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 574 MHz. It has 448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,306 points. Launch price was $5,489.
Radeon HD 4870 X2
The Radeon HD 4870 X2 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 12 2008. It features the TeraScale architecture. The core clock speed is 700 MHz. It has 800 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 286W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,309 points. Launch price was $550.
Graphics Performance
The Tesla M2070-Q scores 1,306 and the Radeon HD 4870 X2 reaches 1,309 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Tesla M2070-Q is built on Fermi while the Radeon HD 4870 X2 uses TeraScale, both on 40 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 448 (Tesla M2070-Q) vs 800 (Radeon HD 4870 X2). Raw compute: 1.028 TFLOPS (Tesla M2070-Q) vs 1.12 TFLOPS ×2 (Radeon HD 4870 X2).
| Feature | Tesla M2070-Q | Radeon HD 4870 X2 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,306 | 1,309 |
| Architecture | Fermi | TeraScale |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 55 nm |
| Shading Units | 448 | 800 ×2+79% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.028 TFLOPS | 1.12 TFLOPS ×2+9% |
| ROPs | 48+200% | 16 ×2 |
| TMUs | 56+40% | 40 ×2 |
| L1 Cache | 896 KB+460% | 160 KB |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+200% | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Tesla M2070-Q | Radeon HD 4870 X2 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The Tesla M2070-Q comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 4870 X2 has 1 GB. The Radeon HD 4870 X2 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 768 KB (Tesla M2070-Q) vs 256 KB (Radeon HD 4870 X2) — the Tesla M2070-Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Tesla M2070-Q | Radeon HD 4870 X2 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 1 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+200% | 256 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The Tesla M2070-Q draws 225W versus the Radeon HD 4870 X2's 286W — a 23.9% difference. The Tesla M2070-Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Tesla M2070-Q) vs 650W (Radeon HD 4870 X2). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin.
| Feature | Tesla M2070-Q | Radeon HD 4870 X2 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W-21% | 286W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-46% | 650W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin |
| Length | — | 267mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 90°C |
| Perf/Watt | 5.8+26% | 4.6 |
Value Analysis
The Tesla M2070-Q launched at $5489 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Radeon HD 4870 X2 launched at $550 and now averages $550. The Tesla M2070-Q costs 90.9% less ($500 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 26.1 (Tesla M2070-Q) vs 2.4 (Radeon HD 4870 X2) — the Tesla M2070-Q offers 987.5% better value. The Tesla M2070-Q is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2008).
| Feature | Tesla M2070-Q | Radeon HD 4870 X2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $5489 | $550-90% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-91% | $550 |
| Performance per Dollar | 26.1+988% | 2.4 |
| Codename | GF100 | R700 |
| Release | July 25 2011 | August 12 2008 |
| Ranking | #798 | #796 |
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