Tesla M2070 vs GeForce GTX 280
Tesla M2070
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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 GTX 280 is on rank 314, so the GeForce GTX 280 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 GTX 280
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Tesla M2070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.6% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 280 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Tesla M2070 | GeForce GTX 280 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The Tesla M2070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Tesla M2070 holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $649), it costs 92% less, resulting in a 1218.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Tesla M2070 | GeForce GTX 280 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1218.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($50) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($649) |
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 GTX 280
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 GTX 280
The GeForce GTX 280 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 16 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 602 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 236W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,285 points. Launch price was $649.
Graphics Performance
The Tesla M2070 scores 1,305 and the GeForce GTX 280 reaches 1,285 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Tesla M2070 is built on Fermi while the GeForce GTX 280 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 40 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 448 (Tesla M2070) vs 240 (GeForce GTX 280). Raw compute: 1.03 TFLOPS (Tesla M2070) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 280).
| Feature | Tesla M2070 | GeForce GTX 280 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,305+2% | 1,285 |
| Architecture | Fermi | Tesla 2.0 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 448+87% | 240 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.03 TFLOPS+66% | 0.6221 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 48+50% | 32 |
| TMUs | 56 | 80+43% |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+200% | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Tesla M2070 | GeForce GTX 280 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 M2070 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 280 has 1 GB. The GeForce GTX 280 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 GTX 280) — the Tesla M2070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Tesla M2070 | GeForce GTX 280 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 GTX 280's 236W — a 4.8% difference. The Tesla M2070 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Tesla M2070) vs 550W (GeForce GTX 280). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin.
| Feature | Tesla M2070 | GeForce GTX 280 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W-5% | 236W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-36% | 550W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin |
| Length | — | 267mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 5.8+7% | 5.4 |
Value Analysis
The Tesla M2070 launched at $3099 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the GeForce GTX 280 launched at $649 and now averages $649. The Tesla M2070 costs 92.3% less ($599 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 26.1 (Tesla M2070) vs 2.0 (GeForce GTX 280) — the Tesla M2070 offers 1205% better value. The Tesla M2070 is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2008).
| Feature | Tesla M2070 | GeForce GTX 280 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3099 | $649-79% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-92% | $649 |
| Performance per Dollar | 26.1+1205% | 2.0 |
| Codename | GF100 | GT200 |
| Release | July 25 2011 | June 16 2008 |
| Ranking | #698 | #802 |
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