Tesla P4
NVIDIA
G3D Mark
9,004
MSRP
$1000
AVG Price
$190
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 P4 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 13 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 886 MHz to 1114 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,004 points.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Tesla P4 is positioned at rank #154 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 P4
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Tesla P4 across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.
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Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Tesla P4 specifications and capabilities.
Graphics Performance
The Tesla P4 scores 9,004 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Mid-Range tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the Pascal (2016−2021) architecture (codename: GP104), manufactured on a 16 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 2560 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 160 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 64 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 5.704 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 1114 MHz from a base of 886 MHz.
| Specification | Tesla P4 |
|---|---|
| G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score | 9,004 |
| ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation | Pascal (2016−2021) |
| CodenameInternal GPU die codename | GP104 |
| Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient | 16 nm |
| Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute | 2560 |
| TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling | 160 |
| ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending | 64 |
| Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load | 1114 MHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency | 886 MHz |
| Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance | 5.704 TFLOPS |
| Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second | 178.2 GTexel/s |
| PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation | PCIe 3.0 x8 |
| Transistor Count | 7,200 million |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #293 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Tesla P4 is equipped with 4 GB of GDDR6 video memory connected via a 256-bit memory bus. GDDR6 provides fast memory access for gaming and compute workloads. Memory operates at 14 Gbps effective speed.
| Specification | Tesla P4 |
|---|---|
| VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures | 4 GB |
| VRAM TypeMemory technology generation | GDDR6 |
| Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth | 256-bit |
| Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate | 14 Gbps |
| L1 Cache | 960 kB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB |
Advanced Features & APIs
Graphics API support: DirectX 12.1, Vulkan 1.4, OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.
| Specification | Tesla P4 |
|---|---|
| DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version | 12.1 |
| VulkanCross-platform graphics API | 1.4 |
| OpenGLLegacy graphics API | 4.6 |
| Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL) | CUDA 6.1 |
| Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink support | None |
Display & Media
Display outputs: 0x None — supports up to 0 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: NVENC 6.0, decoder: PureVideo HD VP6— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP8,VP9.
| Specification | Tesla P4 |
|---|---|
| None PortsNumber of None display connectors | 0x |
| Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors | 0 |
| Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version | NVENC 6.0 |
| Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version | PureVideo HD VP6 |
| CodecsSupported video compression formats | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP8,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Tesla P4 draws 75 Watt under load (TDP) — a 500W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 168mm long, 53mm tall, occupying 1 expansion slots, weighing 240g— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 40°C at idle, 75°C under load.
| Specification | Tesla P4 |
|---|---|
| TDPPower consumption under load | 75 Watt |
| Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage | 500W |
| Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type | PCIe-powered |
| Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance | 168mm |
| Card Height | 53mm |
| Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied | 1-slot |
| Weight | 240g |
| Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle | 40°C |
| Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load | 75°C |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $190 (MSRP: $1000), the Tesla P4 delivers 47 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #154 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #293 among all indexed GPUs.
| Specification | Tesla P4 |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $1000 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $190 |
| Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position | #154 |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #293 |
| Release Date | September 13 2016 |
| Release Year | 2016 |
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