Tesla M40 vs GeForce RTX 3050 6GB
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar Tesla M40
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 6GB
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is significantly newer (2024 vs 2015). The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Tesla M40 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Tesla M40 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+5.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| 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 3050 6GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $179 versus $1,099 for the Tesla M40, it costs 84% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 545.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+545.7%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,099) | ✅More affordable ($179) |
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 and GeForce RTX 3050 6GB
Tesla M40
The Tesla M40 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: 10,220 points.
GeForce RTX 3050 6GB
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 2 2024. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1042 MHz to 1470 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 70W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 18 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,749 points. Launch price was $179.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Tesla M40 scores 10,220 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB's 10,749 — the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB leads by 5.2%. The Tesla M40 is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (Tesla M40) vs 2,304 (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB). Raw compute: 6.832 TFLOPS (Tesla M40) vs 6.774 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB). Boost clocks: 1112 MHz vs 1470 MHz.
| Feature | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 10,220 | 10,749+5% |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 3072+33% | 2304 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 6.832 TFLOPS | 6.774 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1112 MHz | 1470 MHz+32% |
| ROPs | 96+200% | 32 |
| TMUs | 192+167% | 72 |
| L1 Cache | 1.1 MB | 2.3 MB+109% |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+50% | 2 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Tesla M40 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB has 6 GB. The Tesla M40 offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 96-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (Tesla M40) vs 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) — the Tesla M40 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+33% | 6 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+167% | 96-bit |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+50% | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.0 (Tesla M40) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.
| Feature | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.0 | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.1 | 1.3+18% |
| OpenGL | 4.5 | 4.6+2% |
| Max Displays | 0 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 2.0 (2x) (Tesla M40) vs NVENC (5th Gen) (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs NVDEC (7th Gen). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (Tesla M40) vs H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Decode Only) (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB).
| Feature | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 2.0 (2x) | NVENC (5th Gen) |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP6 | NVDEC (7th Gen) |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 | H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Decode Only) |
Power & Dimensions
The Tesla M40 draws 250W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB's 70W — a 112.5% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Tesla M40) vs 300W (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 267mm vs 160mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 250W | 70W-72% |
| Recommended PSU | 500W | 300W-40% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | 267mm | 160mm |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 75°C-12% |
| Perf/Watt | 40.9 | 153.6+276% |
Value Analysis
The Tesla M40 launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $1099, while the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB launched at $169 and now averages $179. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB costs 83.7% less ($920 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.3 (Tesla M40) vs 60.1 (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) — the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB offers 546.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2015).
| Feature | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2500 | $169-93% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1099 | $179-84% |
| Performance per Dollar | 9.3 | 60.1+546% |
| Codename | GM200 | GA107 |
| Release | November 10 2015 | February 2 2024 |
| Ranking | #256 | #252 |
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