Tesla M2070 vs GeForce GTS 450
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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 is positioned at rank 387 and the GeForce GTS 450 is on rank 122, so the GeForce GTS 450 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
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTS 450
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTS 450 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.5% 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.
| Insight | Tesla M2070 | GeForce GTS 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTS 450 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTS 450 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $50), it costs 60% less, resulting in a 156.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Tesla M2070 | GeForce GTS 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+156.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) | ✅More affordable ($20) |
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 and GeForce GTS 450
Tesla M2070
The Tesla M2070 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: 1,305 points. Launch price was $3,099.
GeForce GTS 450
The GeForce GTS 450 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 13 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 783 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 106W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,337 points. Launch price was $129.
Graphics Performance
The Tesla M2070 scores 1,305 and the GeForce GTS 450 reaches 1,337 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Tesla M2070 is built on Fermi while the GeForce GTS 450 uses Fermi, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 448 (Tesla M2070) vs 192 (GeForce GTS 450). Raw compute: 1.03 TFLOPS (Tesla M2070) vs 0.6013 TFLOPS (GeForce GTS 450).
| Feature | Tesla M2070 | GeForce GTS 450 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,305 | 1,337+2% |
| Architecture | Fermi | Fermi |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 448+133% | 192 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.03 TFLOPS+71% | 0.6013 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 48+200% | 16 |
| TMUs | 56+75% | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 896 KB+250% | 256 KB |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+200% | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Tesla M2070 | GeForce GTS 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Tesla M2070 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTS 450 has 1 GB. The GeForce GTS 450 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 768 KB (Tesla M2070) vs 256 KB (GeForce GTS 450) — the Tesla M2070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Tesla M2070 | GeForce GTS 450 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 1 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+200% | 256 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The Tesla M2070 draws 225W versus the GeForce GTS 450's 106W — a 71.9% difference. The GeForce GTS 450 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Tesla M2070) vs 400W (GeForce GTS 450). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Tesla M2070 | GeForce GTS 450 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 106W-53% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-13% | 400W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Perf/Watt | 5.8 | 12.6+117% |
Value Analysis
The Tesla M2070 launched at $3099 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the GeForce GTS 450 launched at $129 and now averages $20. The GeForce GTS 450 costs 60% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 26.1 (Tesla M2070) vs 66.8 (GeForce GTS 450) — the GeForce GTS 450 offers 155.9% better value. The Tesla M2070 is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2010).
| Feature | Tesla M2070 | GeForce GTS 450 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3099 | $129-96% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $20-60% |
| Performance per Dollar | 26.1 | 66.8+156% |
| Codename | GF100 | GF106 |
| Release | July 25 2011 | September 13 2010 |
| Ranking | #698 | #791 |
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