Tesla M40 24GB vs Quadro P4200
Tesla M40 24GB
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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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Tesla M40 24GB
Performance Per Dollar Quadro P4200
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Quadro P4200 uses modern memory architecture. The Quadro P4200 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 Tesla M40 24GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro P4200.
| Insight | Tesla M40 24GB | Quadro P4200 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro P4200 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $110 versus $120 for the Tesla M40 24GB, it costs 8% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 6.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Tesla M40 24GB | Quadro P4200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+6.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120) | ✅More affordable ($110) |
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 M40 24GB and Quadro P4200
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.
Quadro P4200
The Quadro P4200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 21 2018. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1227 MHz to 1647 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,376 points.
Graphics Performance
The Tesla M40 24GB scores 10,641 and the Quadro P4200 reaches 10,376 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Tesla M40 24GB is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Quadro P4200 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (Tesla M40 24GB) vs 2,304 (Quadro P4200). Raw compute: 6.832 TFLOPS (Tesla M40 24GB) vs 7.589 TFLOPS (Quadro P4200). Boost clocks: 1112 MHz vs 1647 MHz.
| Feature | Tesla M40 24GB | Quadro P4200 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 10,641+3% | 10,376 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Pascal |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 16 nm |
| Shading Units | 3072+33% | 2304 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 6.832 TFLOPS | 7.589 TFLOPS+11% |
| Boost Clock | 1112 MHz | 1647 MHz+48% |
| ROPs | 96+50% | 64 |
| TMUs | 192+33% | 144 |
| L1 Cache | 1.1 MB+31% | 0.84 MB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+50% | 2 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Tesla M40 24GB | Quadro P4200 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 8 GB of GDDR6. Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (Tesla M40 24GB) vs 2 MB (Quadro P4200) — the Tesla M40 24GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Tesla M40 24GB | Quadro P4200 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+50% | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (Tesla M40 24GB) vs 12 (Quadro P4200). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.
| Feature | Tesla M40 24GB | Quadro P4200 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12 |
| Vulkan | 1.1 | 1.3+18% |
| OpenGL | 4.5 | 4.6+2% |
| Max Displays | 0 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 4.0 (2x) (Tesla M40 24GB) vs NVENC 6th Gen (Quadro P4200). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs NVDEC 3rd Gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (Tesla M40 24GB) vs H.265,H.264,VP9 (Quadro P4200).
| Feature | Tesla M40 24GB | Quadro P4200 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 4.0 (2x) | NVENC 6th Gen |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP6 | NVDEC 3rd Gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC | H.265,H.264,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Tesla M40 24GB draws 250W versus the Quadro P4200's 100W — a 85.7% difference. The Quadro P4200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Tesla M40 24GB) vs 500W (Quadro P4200). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 105mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 80.
| Feature | Tesla M40 24GB | Quadro P4200 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 250W | 100W-60% |
| Recommended PSU | 500W | 500W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 267mm | 105mm |
| Height | 112mm | 82mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 80-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 42.6 | 103.8+144% |
Value Analysis
The Tesla M40 24GB launched at $2000 MSRP and currently averages $120, while the Quadro P4200 launched at $1200 and now averages $110. The Quadro P4200 costs 8.3% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 88.7 (Tesla M40 24GB) vs 94.3 (Quadro P4200) — the Quadro P4200 offers 6.3% better value. The Quadro P4200 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2015).
| Feature | Tesla M40 24GB | Quadro P4200 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2000 | $1200-40% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $120 | $110-8% |
| Performance per Dollar | 88.7 | 94.3+6% |
| Codename | GM200 | GP104 |
| Release | November 10 2015 | February 21 2018 |
| Ranking | #253 | #266 |
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