Tesla C2070
NVIDIA
G3D Mark
3,121
MSRP
$1499
AVG Price
$38
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.
Overview
The Tesla C2070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 25 2011. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 574 MHz. It has 448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 238W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,121 points.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Tesla C2070 is positioned at rank #287 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 C2070
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Tesla C2070 across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.
Path of Exile 2
Counter-Strike 2
League of Legends
Valorant
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Tesla C2070 specifications and capabilities.
Graphics Performance
The Tesla C2070 scores 3,121 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the Fermi (2010−2014) architecture (codename: GF100), manufactured on a 40 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 448 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 56 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 48 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 1.028 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.
| Specification | Tesla C2070 |
|---|---|
| G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score | 3,121 |
| ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation | Fermi (2010−2014) |
| CodenameInternal GPU die codename | GF100 |
| Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient | 40 nm |
| Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute | 448 |
| TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling | 56 |
| ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending | 48 |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency | 574 MHz |
| Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance | 1.028 TFLOPS |
| Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second | 32.14 GTexel/s |
| PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation | PCIe 3.0 x4 |
| Transistor Count | 3,100 million |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #575 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Tesla C2070 is equipped with 6 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.
| Specification | Tesla C2070 |
|---|---|
| VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures | 6 GB |
| VRAM TypeMemory technology generation | GDDR5 |
| Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth | 64-bit |
| Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate | 8 Gbps |
| L1 Cache | 896 kB |
| L2 Cache | 768 kB |
Advanced Features & APIs
Graphics API support: DirectX 12 (11_0), OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.
| Specification | Tesla C2070 |
|---|---|
| DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version | 12 (11_0) |
| OpenGLLegacy graphics API | 4.6 |
| Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL) | CUDA 2.0 |
Display & Media
Display outputs: 1x DVI — supports up to 1 simultaneous displays. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1.
| Specification | Tesla C2070 |
|---|---|
| DVI PortsNumber of DVI display connectors | 1x |
| Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors | 1 |
| CodecsSupported video compression formats | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The Tesla C2070 draws 238 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 248mm long, occupying 2 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing.
| Specification | Tesla C2070 |
|---|---|
| TDPPower consumption under load | 238 Watt |
| Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage | 350W |
| Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type | PCIe-powered |
| Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance | 248mm |
| Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied | 2-slot |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $38 (MSRP: $1499), the Tesla C2070 delivers 82 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #287 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #575 among all indexed GPUs.
| Specification | Tesla C2070 |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $1499 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $38 |
| Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position | #287 |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #575 |
| Release Date | July 25 2011 |
| Release Year | 2011 |
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