Tesla M40 24GB vs GeForce GTX 1060

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.

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Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Tesla M40 24GB

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Tesla M40 24GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.7% higher G3D Mark score and 33.3% more VRAM (8 GB vs 6 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1060.

Insight	Tesla M40 24GB	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+5.7%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+33.3%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 1060 holds the technical lead. Priced at $60 (vs $120), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 89.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Tesla M40 24GB	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+89.2%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120)	✅More affordable ($60)

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.

Tesla M40 24GB Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Tesla M40 24GB and GeForce GTX 1060

Tesla M40 24GB

The Tesla M40 24GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 10 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 948 MHz to 1112 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,641 points.

GeForce GTX 1060

The GeForce GTX 1060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,064 points. Launch price was $599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Tesla M40 24GB scores 10,641 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the Tesla M40 24GB leads by 5.7%. The Tesla M40 24GB is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (Tesla M40 24GB) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 6.832 TFLOPS (Tesla M40 24GB) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1112 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Tesla M40 24GB	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	10,641+6%	10,064
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	3072+20%	2560
Compute (TFLOPS)	6.832 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+30%
Boost Clock	1112 MHz	1733 MHz+56%
ROPs	96+50%	64
TMUs	192+20%	160
L1 Cache	1.1 MB+17%	0.94 MB
L2 Cache	3 MB+50%	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Tesla M40 24GB	GeForce GTX 1060
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 M40 24GB comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The Tesla M40 24GB offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (Tesla M40 24GB) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the Tesla M40 24GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Tesla M40 24GB	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+33%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	256-bit+33%	192-bit
L2 Cache	3 MB+50%	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (Tesla M40 24GB) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	Tesla M40 24GB	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12.1	12
Vulkan	1.1	1.3+18%
OpenGL	4.5	4.5
Max Displays	0	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 4.0 (2x) (Tesla M40 24GB) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (Tesla M40 24GB) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	Tesla M40 24GB	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC 4.0 (2x)	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP6	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Tesla M40 24GB draws 250W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 32.6% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Tesla M40 24GB) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 173mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Tesla M40 24GB	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	250W	180W-28%
Recommended PSU	500W	400W-20%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	267mm	173mm
Height	112mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	—
Perf/Watt	42.6	55.9+31%

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Value Analysis

The Tesla M40 24GB launched at $2000 MSRP and currently averages $120, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 50% less ($60 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 88.7 (Tesla M40 24GB) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 89.1% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2015).