FirePro 2260 vs Radeon HD 7290
FirePro 2260
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Radeon HD 7290
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The FirePro 2260 is positioned at rank 360 and the Radeon HD 7290 is on rank 211, so the Radeon HD 7290 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro 2260
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 7290
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro 2260 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 7290.
| Insight | FirePro 2260 | Radeon HD 7290 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+700%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon HD 7290 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 7290 holds the technical lead. Priced at $5 (vs $15), it costs 67% less, resulting in a 197.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro 2260 | Radeon HD 7290 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+197.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($15) | ✅More affordable ($5) |
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 FirePro 2260 and Radeon HD 7290
FirePro 2260
The FirePro 2260 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 13 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 750 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 113 points. Launch price was $599.
Radeon HD 7290
The Radeon HD 7290 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 24 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 950 MHz to 1000 MHz. It has 2048 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 375W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 112 points. Launch price was $999.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro 2260 scores 113 and the Radeon HD 7290 reaches 112 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro 2260 is built on GCN 1.0 while the Radeon HD 7290 uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 512 (FirePro 2260) vs 2,048 (Radeon HD 7290). Raw compute: 0.768 TFLOPS (FirePro 2260) vs 4.096 TFLOPS ×2 (Radeon HD 7290).
| Feature | FirePro 2260 | Radeon HD 7290 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 113 | 112 |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 512 | 2048 ×2+300% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.768 TFLOPS | 4.096 TFLOPS ×2+433% |
| ROPs | 16 | 32 ×2+100% |
| TMUs | 32 | 128 ×2+300% |
| L1 Cache | 128 KB | 512 KB+300% |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 768 KB+200% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro 2260 | Radeon HD 7290 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The FirePro 2260 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 7290 has 512 MB. The FirePro 2260 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 256 KB (FirePro 2260) vs 768 KB (Radeon HD 7290) — the Radeon HD 7290 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | FirePro 2260 | Radeon HD 7290 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+700% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 768 KB+200% |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro 2260 draws 75W versus the Radeon HD 7290's 375W — a 133.3% difference. The FirePro 2260 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 2260) vs 350W (Radeon HD 7290). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | FirePro 2260 | Radeon HD 7290 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W-80% | 375W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 168mm | — |
| Height | 69mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 65°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 1.5+400% | 0.3 |
Value Analysis
The FirePro 2260 launched at $129 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the Radeon HD 7290 launched at $20 and now averages $5. The Radeon HD 7290 costs 66.7% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 7.5 (FirePro 2260) vs 22.4 (Radeon HD 7290) — the Radeon HD 7290 offers 198.7% better value. The Radeon HD 7290 is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2012).
| Feature | FirePro 2260 | Radeon HD 7290 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $129 | $20-84% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | $5-67% |
| Performance per Dollar | 7.5 | 22.4+199% |
| Codename | Cape Verde | Malta |
| Release | June 13 2012 | April 24 2013 |
| Ranking | #732 | #412 |
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