Tesla M40 vs GeForce RTX 3060
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.
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Performance Per Dollar Tesla M40
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3060 is significantly newer (2021 vs 2015). The GeForce RTX 3060 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 3060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 66.3% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (12 GB vs 8 GB). 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 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-66.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+66.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $289 versus $1,099 for the Tesla M40, it costs 74% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 532.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+532.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,099) | ✅More affordable ($289) |
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 3060
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 3060
The GeForce RTX 3060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1320 MHz to 1777 MHz. It has 3584 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 170W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 28 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,995 points. Launch price was $329.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Tesla M40 scores 10,220 versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 16,995 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 66.3%. The Tesla M40 is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3060 uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (Tesla M40) vs 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060). Raw compute: 6.832 TFLOPS (Tesla M40) vs 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060). Boost clocks: 1112 MHz vs 1777 MHz.
| Feature | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 10,220 | 16,995+66% |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 3072 | 3584+17% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 6.832 TFLOPS | 12.74 TFLOPS+86% |
| Boost Clock | 1112 MHz | 1777 MHz+60% |
| ROPs | 96+100% | 48 |
| TMUs | 192+71% | 112 |
| L1 Cache | 1.1 MB | 3.5 MB+218% |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 3 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 3060 has 12 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit.
| Feature | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 12 GB+50% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+33% | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 3 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.0 (Tesla M40) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.
| Feature | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (Tesla M40) vs AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060).
| Feature | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 2.0 (2x) | NVENC 7th Gen |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP6 | NVDEC 5th Gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Tesla M40 draws 250W versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 170W — a 38.1% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Tesla M40) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 3060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 75.
| Feature | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 250W | 170W-32% |
| Recommended PSU | 500W-9% | 550W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 242mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 75-12% |
| Perf/Watt | 40.9 | 100.0+144% |
Value Analysis
The Tesla M40 launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $1099, while the GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 and now averages $289. The GeForce RTX 3060 costs 73.7% less ($810 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.3 (Tesla M40) vs 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 532.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2015).
| Feature | Tesla M40 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2500 | $329-87% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1099 | $289-74% |
| Performance per Dollar | 9.3 | 58.8+532% |
| Codename | GM200 | GA106 |
| Release | November 10 2015 | January 12 2021 |
| Ranking | #256 | #114 |
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