http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/ Engadget Comments for NVIDIA unveils second-gen Tesla GPU-based workstation cards http://www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/Jun 16th 2008 3:26PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/

On a serious note, is any special hardware needed to put one of this bad boys into your rig or will it slot into any old PCIe Slot?]]>Jun 16th 2008 3:31PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/Jun 16th 2008 3:32PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/Jun 16th 2008 3:36PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/Jun 16th 2008 3:38PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/Jun 16th 2008 3:39PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/
And I ordered a GX2 *just* before the GT200 reviews came out today, thinking that I'll have to settle for second best etc cos I cant afford the GTX 280. Turns out I got the best after all.]]>Jun 16th 2008 3:46PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/
WRONG!

The GTX 280 is actually better than the 9800GX2. You obviously haven't read as many reviews and news as you say.



Now onto the matter of this Tesla card..

They are sort of a waste of money. Because it's not better hardware, just better software. Your paying for special drivers that make it work better for 3d modeling programs and the such. This can be seen with older versions where people were able to take the firmware from the Tesla's and put them on GeForce cards. Bringing pretty much the same performance gains in programs.]]>Jun 16th 2008 4:10PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/
Keep in mind the 9800GX2 has a couple minor caveats being a 2 GPU card.

-More power consumption
-More heat production
-2-GPU is SLI, meaning:
---Some games don't support it (not many, anymore)
---Random, wonky compatibility issues
---Inconsistent performance in some games
-Maximum multi-card performance will be less than GTX280, as you can only SLI 2 of them instead of 3.

But given all that, it's definately the best performing card right now, and it is cheaper than the GTX280.

Another thing to note is drivers...once GTX280 drivers mature a bit, I would think we'll see close to a 5% improvment across the board, and up to a 10% on some games.]]>Jun 16th 2008 4:09PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/Jun 16th 2008 4:17PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/Its not better in every test, but given the price difference with on average the SAME performance its DEFINITELY the better buy.]]>Jun 16th 2008 5:11PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/u mean ppl haxed quadro firmware onto the geforces.

not tesla. ]]>Jun 16th 2008 9:16PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/Jun 16th 2008 3:52PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/
The point is to add processing muscle for demanding applications.]]>Jun 16th 2008 4:06PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/
The not so serious answer is those are displayport ports, because all the cool new shit connects inside your case where its complete nonuser friendly use.]]>Jun 16th 2008 4:08PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/
Hey guys, will this work on my Macbook Air?]]>Jun 16th 2008 3:52PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/Jun 16th 2008 4:19PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/
On the flip side, at least PC enthusiasts can carry on a technically illuminating conversation if the situation calls for it.

This time however, I felt like shedding some light on the typical Apple user because only 2 days ago, one such user actually posted on the topic of the ATI/AMD 3870 GPU and whether or not it would actually work with their Apple laptop, in all earnest.

It's those very types of responses which warrant the derision and contempt that they receive to offset their unwarranted smugness -- in light of ignorance of course.]]>Jun 16th 2008 4:32PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/Jun 16th 2008 11:44PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/
Errr, why doesn't this card fit into my computer?

No way I'm touching THAT (true story, it involves a stick of RAM)


Now, what I'm trying to point out is that there will always be people who do not know shit about computers. So going "LOL LOOK AT THAT IDIOT HE TRY TO FIT DESKTOP GRAPHICS CARD INTO LAPTOP LOL!" and laughing at him because he has a Mac is just stupid. There are inept PC users too you know.
Oh and in case you haven't noticed: You're making yourself look like a complete dumbshit.]]>Jun 17th 2008 12:02AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/
You can't be serious, you are basically rebutting my comment with a rather baseless one.

Asking whether or not a card will fit into a computer is a VERY legitimate concern.

If you happen to own an 8800 GTX or a 9800 GTX or a 9800 GX2, then you would know exactly why that question is asked.

People have gone through the trouble of actually modding their cases with dremels in order to make room for those cards.

For you to equate the intelligence of a PC user asking a legitimate question such as "will this card fit into my machine" with the intelligence (or the lack thereof) of a Mac user asking if that very same card will fit into their laptop is downright disingenuous.

Not even a worthy attempt, try again. ]]>Jun 17th 2008 5:36PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/Jun 16th 2008 3:55PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/Jun 16th 2008 3:58PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/Jun 16th 2008 4:04PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/Jun 16th 2008 4:16PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/Jun 16th 2008 4:17PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/Jun 16th 2008 4:26PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/Jun 16th 2008 4:27PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/How about 4gb of ram and faster clocks? ]]>Jun 16th 2008 11:35PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/16/nvidia-unveils-second-gen-tesla-gpu-based-workstation-cards/
remember fastra? it cost those guys less than 4000 euros to make, and yet it had 8 GPUs.]]>Jun 16th 2008 8:42PM