Tesla M2090
VS
GeForce GTX 1650

Tesla M2090 vs GeForce GTX 1650

NVIDIA

Tesla M2090

2011Core: 651 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz

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 M2090 is positioned at rank #379 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Tesla M2090

#363
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
26380%
#378
Quadro FX 4800
MSRP: $1799|Avg: $80
100%
#379
Tesla M2090
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $40
100%
#380
GRID K2
MSRP: $5199|Avg: $80
95%
#381
GRID K180Q
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $1000
95%
#382
Quadro CX
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $500
84%
#383
GRID P100-8Q
MSRP: $7374|Avg: $550
79%
#384
Quadro FX 550
MSRP: $150|Avg: $10
77%
#385
Quadro FX 350
MSRP: $199|Avg: $15
77%
#386
GRID V100D-8Q
MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000
75%
#387
Tesla M2070
MSRP: $3099|Avg: $50
75%
#388
GRID M10-0Q
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150
71%
#389
Quadro FX 560
MSRP: $299|Avg: $15
68%
#390
GRID V100-2Q
MSRP: $10000|Avg: $2000
68%
#391
Quadro FX 5800
MSRP: $3499|Avg: $40
62%
#392
RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q
MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565
57%
#393
FireStream 9170
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $20
57%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1650 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2011). The GeForce GTX 1650 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Tesla M2090 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 462.1% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Tesla M2090.

InsightTesla M2090GeForce GTX 1650
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-462.1%)
Leading raw performance (+462.1%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+700%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
Standard Size (248mm)
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $40), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 199.8% better value per dollar than the Tesla M2090.

InsightTesla M2090GeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+199.8%)
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($40)
⚠️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 M2090 and GeForce GTX 1650

NVIDIA

Tesla M2090

The Tesla M2090 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 25 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 651 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,400 points.

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

The GeForce GTX 1650 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 23 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1485 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,869 points. Launch price was $149.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Tesla M2090 scores 1,400 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 462.1%. The Tesla M2090 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 40 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 512 (Tesla M2090) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 1.332 TFLOPS (Tesla M2090) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650).

FeatureTesla M2090GeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score
1,400
7,869+462%
Architecture
Fermi 2.0
Turing
Process Node
40 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
512
896+75%
Compute (TFLOPS)
1.332 TFLOPS
2.984 TFLOPS+124%
ROPs
48+50%
32
TMUs
64+14%
56
L1 Cache
1 MB+14%
0.88 MB
L2 Cache
0.75 MB
1 MB+33%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureTesla M2090GeForce GTX 1650
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
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Tesla M2090 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.75 MB (Tesla M2090) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureTesla M2090GeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity
0.5 GB
4 GB+700%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
128-bit+100%
L2 Cache
0.75 MB
1 MB+33%
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FL 11_0) (Tesla M2090) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.

FeatureTesla M2090GeForce GTX 1650
DirectX
12 (FL 11_0)
12
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
0
3
🎬

Media & Encoding

Supported codecs: CUDA,OpenCL (Tesla M2090) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).

FeatureTesla M2090GeForce GTX 1650
Encoder
NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder
NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs
CUDA,OpenCL
H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The Tesla M2090 draws 250W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 107.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Tesla M2090) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 248mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

FeatureTesla M2090GeForce GTX 1650
TDP
250W
75W-70%
Recommended PSU
350W
300W-14%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
None
Length
248mm
229mm
Height
111mm
111mm
Slots
2
2
Temp (Load)
70°C
Perf/Watt
5.6
104.9+1773%
💰

Value Analysis

The Tesla M2090 launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The Tesla M2090 costs 46.7% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 35.0 (Tesla M2090) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 199.7% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2011).

FeatureTesla M2090GeForce GTX 1650
MSRP
$2500
$149-94%
Avg Price (30d)
$40-47%
$75
Performance per Dollar
35.0
104.9+200%
Codename
GF110
TU117
Release
July 25 2011
April 23 2019
Ranking
#530
#323