Tesla M40 24GB vs GeForce RTX 2060

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.

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 M40 24GB

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Tesla T10

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Radeon Pro Vega 64X

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 2060 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce RTX 2060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Tesla M40 24GB lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 2060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 32.6% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Tesla M40 24GB offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Tesla M40 24GB	GeForce RTX 2060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-32.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+32.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+33.3%)	🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $120 (vs $120), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 32.6% better value per dollar than the Tesla M40 24GB.

Insight	Tesla M40 24GB	GeForce RTX 2060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+32.6%)
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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 RTX 2060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Tesla M40 24GB and GeForce RTX 2060

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 RTX 2060

The GeForce RTX 2060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 7 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1680 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 30 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 14,114 points. Launch price was $349.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Tesla M40 24GB scores 10,641 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 32.6%. The Tesla M40 24GB is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (Tesla M40 24GB) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 6.832 TFLOPS (Tesla M40 24GB) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060). Boost clocks: 1112 MHz vs 1680 MHz.

Feature	Tesla M40 24GB	GeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score	10,641	14,114+33%
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Turing
Process Node	28 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	3072+60%	1920
Compute (TFLOPS)	6.832 TFLOPS+6%	6.451 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1112 MHz	1680 MHz+51%
ROPs	96+100%	48
TMUs	192+60%	120
L1 Cache	1.1 MB	1.9 MB+73%
L2 Cache	3 MB	3 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Tesla M40 24GB	GeForce RTX 2060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Tesla M40 24GB comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 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.

Feature	Tesla M40 24GB	GeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+33%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Bus Width	256-bit+33%	192-bit
L2 Cache	3 MB	3 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (Tesla M40 24GB) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	Tesla M40 24GB	GeForce RTX 2060
DirectX	12.1	12 Ultimate (12_2)
Vulkan	1.1	1.3+18%
OpenGL	4.5	4.6+2%
Max Displays	0	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 4.0 (2x) (Tesla M40 24GB) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (Tesla M40 24GB) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce RTX 2060).

Feature	Tesla M40 24GB	GeForce RTX 2060
Encoder	NVENC 4.0 (2x)	NVENC (Turing)
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP6	NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC	H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The Tesla M40 24GB draws 250W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 43.9% difference. The GeForce RTX 2060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Tesla M40 24GB) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 72.

Feature	Tesla M40 24GB	GeForce RTX 2060
TDP	250W	160W-36%
Recommended PSU	500W	500W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	8-pin
Length	267mm	229mm
Height	112mm	113mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	72-15%
Perf/Watt	42.6	88.2+107%

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Value Analysis

The Tesla M40 24GB launched at $2000 MSRP and currently averages $120, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 88.7 (Tesla M40 24GB) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 32.6% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2015).