Tesla M2090
VS
Iris Plus Graphics 640

Tesla M2090 vs Iris Plus Graphics 640

NVIDIA

Tesla M2090

2011Core: 651 MHz
VS
Intel

Iris Plus Graphics 640

2017Core: 300 MHzBoost: 1100 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

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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
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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 Iris Plus Graphics 640 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2011). The Iris Plus Graphics 640 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 Tesla M2090 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (512 MB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Plus Graphics 640.

InsightTesla M2090Iris Plus Graphics 640
Performance
Leading raw performance (+3.5%)
Lower raw frame rates (-3.5%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
Standard Size (248mm)

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the Tesla M2090 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 Iris Plus Graphics 640

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.

Intel

Iris Plus Graphics 640

The Iris Plus Graphics 640 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 3 2017. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1100 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm++ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,353 points.

Graphics Performance

The Tesla M2090 scores 1,400 and the Iris Plus Graphics 640 reaches 1,353 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Tesla M2090 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the Iris Plus Graphics 640 uses Generation 9.5, both on 40 nm vs 14 nm++. Shader units: 512 (Tesla M2090) vs 384 (Iris Plus Graphics 640). Raw compute: 1.332 TFLOPS (Tesla M2090) vs 0.8448 TFLOPS (Iris Plus Graphics 640).

FeatureTesla M2090Iris Plus Graphics 640
G3D Mark Score
1,400+3%
1,353
Architecture
Fermi 2.0
Generation 9.5
Process Node
40 nm
14 nm++
Shading Units
512+33%
384
Compute (TFLOPS)
1.332 TFLOPS+58%
0.8448 TFLOPS
ROPs
48+700%
6
TMUs
64+33%
48

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureTesla M2090Iris Plus Graphics 640
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
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 Iris Plus Graphics 640 has 0 MB. The Tesla M2090 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.

FeatureTesla M2090Iris Plus Graphics 640
VRAM Capacity
0.5 GB
Shared System RAM
Memory Type
GDDR5
Shared
Bus Width
64-bit
System
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FL 11_0) (Tesla M2090) vs 12 (12_1) (Iris Plus Graphics 640). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.

FeatureTesla M2090Iris Plus Graphics 640
DirectX
12 (FL 11_0)
12 (12_1)
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
0
3
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Media & Encoding

Supported codecs: CUDA,OpenCL (Tesla M2090) vs H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9 (Iris Plus Graphics 640).

FeatureTesla M2090Iris Plus Graphics 640
Encoder
Quick Sync Video
Decoder
Quick Sync Video
Codecs
CUDA,OpenCL
H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9
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Power & Dimensions

The Tesla M2090 draws 250W versus the Iris Plus Graphics 640's 15W — a 177.4% difference. The Iris Plus Graphics 640 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Tesla M2090) vs 0W (Iris Plus Graphics 640). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 248mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.

FeatureTesla M2090Iris Plus Graphics 640
TDP
250W
15W-94%
Recommended PSU
350W
0W-100%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
None
Length
248mm
0mm
Height
111mm
0mm
Slots
2
0-100%
Temp (Load)
80
Perf/Watt
5.6
90.2+1511%
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Value Analysis

The Tesla M2090 launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Iris Plus Graphics 640 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Iris Plus Graphics 640 costs 100+% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 35.0 (Tesla M2090) vs Infinity (Iris Plus Graphics 640) — the Iris Plus Graphics 640 offers Infinity% better value. The Iris Plus Graphics 640 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2011).

FeatureTesla M2090Iris Plus Graphics 640
MSRP
$2500
$0-100%
Avg Price (30d)
$40
$0-100%
Performance per Dollar
35.0
Infinity
Codename
GF110
Kaby Lake GT3e
Release
July 25 2011
January 3 2017
Ranking
#530
#767