Tesla M40 vs GeForce RTX 3070
Tesla M40
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
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Performance Per Dollar Tesla M40
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3070
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3070 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce RTX 3070 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 3070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 116.9% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Tesla M40.
| Insight | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-116.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+116.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $200 versus $1,099 for the Tesla M40, it costs 82% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 1092.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1092.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,099) | ✅More affordable ($200) |
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 3070
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 3070
The GeForce RTX 3070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 1 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1500 MHz to 1725 MHz. It has 5888 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 220W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 22,172 points. Launch price was $499.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Tesla M40 scores 10,220 versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 22,172 — the GeForce RTX 3070 leads by 116.9%. The Tesla M40 is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3070 uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (Tesla M40) vs 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070). Raw compute: 6.832 TFLOPS (Tesla M40) vs 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070). Boost clocks: 1112 MHz vs 1725 MHz.
| Feature | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 10,220 | 22,172+117% |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 3072 | 5888+92% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 6.832 TFLOPS | 20.31 TFLOPS+197% |
| Boost Clock | 1112 MHz | 1725 MHz+55% |
| ROPs | 96 | 96 |
| TMUs | 192+4% | 184 |
| L1 Cache | 1.1 MB | 5.8 MB+427% |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 4 MB+33% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 8 GB of GDDR6. Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (Tesla M40) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce RTX 3070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 4 MB+33% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.0 (Tesla M40) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3070). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.
| Feature | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.0 | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.1 | 1.4+27% |
| OpenGL | 4.5 | 4.6+2% |
| Max Displays | 0 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 2.0 (2x) (Tesla M40) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3070). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (Tesla M40) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3070).
| Feature | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 2.0 (2x) | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP6 | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Tesla M40 draws 250W versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 220W — a 12.8% difference. The GeForce RTX 3070 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Tesla M40) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 3070). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 250W | 220W-12% |
| Recommended PSU | 500W-23% | 650W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 242mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 75°C-12% |
| Perf/Watt | 40.9 | 100.8+146% |
Value Analysis
The Tesla M40 launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $1099, while the GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 and now averages $200. The GeForce RTX 3070 costs 81.8% less ($899 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.3 (Tesla M40) vs 110.9 (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce RTX 3070 offers 1092.5% better value. The GeForce RTX 3070 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).
| Feature | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2500 | $499-80% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1099 | $200-82% |
| Performance per Dollar | 9.3 | 110.9+1092% |
| Codename | GM200 | GA104 |
| Release | November 10 2015 | September 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #256 | #63 |
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