Tesla M6 vs Arc A380
Tesla M6
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Arc A380
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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. The Tesla M6 is positioned at rank #188 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 M6
Performance Per Dollar Arc A380
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Arc A380 is significantly newer (2022 vs 2015). The Arc A380 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Tesla M6 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Arc A380 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (6 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Tesla M6.
| Insight | Tesla M6 | Arc A380 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | Generation 12.7 (2022−2023) (6nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+50%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Tesla M6 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $84 versus $119 for the Arc A380, it costs 29% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 40% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Tesla M6 | Arc A380 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+40%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($84) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($119) |
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 M6 and Arc A380
Tesla M6
The Tesla M6 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 930 MHz to 1180 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,225 points.
Arc A380
The Arc A380 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in June 14 2022. It features the Generation 12.7 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2000 MHz to 2050 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 8 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,301 points. Launch price was $149.
Graphics Performance
The Tesla M6 scores 6,225 and the Arc A380 reaches 6,301 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Tesla M6 is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Arc A380 uses Generation 12.7, both on 28 nm vs 6 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (Tesla M6) vs 1,024 (Arc A380). Raw compute: 3.625 TFLOPS (Tesla M6) vs 4.198 TFLOPS (Arc A380). Boost clocks: 1180 MHz vs 2050 MHz.
| Feature | Tesla M6 | Arc A380 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 6,225 | 6,301+1% |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Generation 12.7 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 6 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536+50% | 1024 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 3.625 TFLOPS | 4.198 TFLOPS+16% |
| Boost Clock | 1180 MHz | 2050 MHz+74% |
| ROPs | 64+100% | 32 |
| TMUs | 96+50% | 64 |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 4 MB+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Tesla M6 | Arc A380 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | XeSS |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Tesla M6 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Arc A380 has 6 GB. The Arc A380 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 96-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (Tesla M6) vs 4 MB (Arc A380) — the Arc A380 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Tesla M6 | Arc A380 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 6 GB+50% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+167% | 96-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 4 MB+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (Tesla M6) vs 12 Ultimate (Arc A380). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.
| Feature | Tesla M6 | Arc A380 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 | 12 Ultimate |
| Max Displays | 0 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th Gen (Tesla M6) vs Xe Media Engine (Arc A380). Decoder: NVDEC 2nd Gen vs Xe Media Engine.
| Feature | Tesla M6 | Arc A380 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 5th Gen | Xe Media Engine |
| Decoder | NVDEC 2nd Gen | Xe Media Engine |
| Codecs | — | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Tesla M6 draws 100W versus the Arc A380's 75W — a 28.6% difference. The Arc A380 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Tesla M6) vs 300W (Arc A380). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 1mm vs 190mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | Tesla M6 | Arc A380 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 100W | 75W-25% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 300W-14% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | 1mm | 190mm |
| Height | — | 114mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 59 |
| Perf/Watt | 62.3 | 84.0+35% |
Value Analysis
The Tesla M6 launched at $1000 MSRP and currently averages $84, while the Arc A380 launched at $149 and now averages $119. The Tesla M6 costs 29.4% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 74.1 (Tesla M6) vs 52.9 (Arc A380) — the Tesla M6 offers 40.1% better value. The Arc A380 is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2015).
| Feature | Tesla M6 | Arc A380 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1000 | $149-85% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $84-29% | $119 |
| Performance per Dollar | 74.1+40% | 52.9 |
| Codename | GM204 | DG2-128 |
| Release | August 30 2015 | June 14 2022 |
| Ranking | #388 | #384 |
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