FirePro 3D V5800 vs GeForce GTX 1060

FirePro 3D V5800

2010Core: 690 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro 3D V5800

1,232

0.0%

10,064

+716.9%

GeForce GTX 680

GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE

GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile

GeForce GTX TITAN Z

GeForce GTX 980 Ti

GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

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 FirePro 3D V5800 is positioned at rank #264 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar FirePro 3D V5800

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

91%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

91%

#249

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

5748%

#264

FirePro 3D V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $30

100%

#265

GRID M40

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

97%

#266

GRID M3-3020

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

97%

#267

GRID P40-8Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

97%

#268

FirePro V3800

MSRP: $129|Avg: $12

97%

#269

FirePro V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $15

96%

#270

FirePro 3D V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $40

96%

#271

FirePro S9050

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825

95%

#272

FirePro R5000

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150

94%

#273

GRID M6-8Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

93%

#276

GRID K120Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $20

91%

#277

Tesla M60

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $250

91%

#279

FirePro V7900

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1060 is significantly newer (2016 vs 2010). The GeForce GTX 1060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro 3D V5800 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 716.9% higher G3D Mark score and 500% more VRAM (6 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro 3D V5800.

Insight	FirePro 3D V5800	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-716.9%)	✅Leading raw performance (+716.9%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+500%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 1060 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $60), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 308.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro 3D V5800	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+308.4%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($30)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60)

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.

FirePro 3D V5800 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro 3D V5800 and GeForce GTX 1060

FirePro 3D V5800

The FirePro 3D V5800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 26 2010. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 690 MHz. It has 800 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 74W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,232 points. Launch price was $479.

GeForce GTX 1060

The GeForce GTX 1060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,064 points. Launch price was $599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the FirePro 3D V5800 scores 1,232 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 716.9%. The FirePro 3D V5800 is built on TeraScale 2 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 40 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 800 (FirePro 3D V5800) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 1.104 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V5800) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	FirePro 3D V5800	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	1,232	10,064+717%
Architecture	TeraScale 2	Pascal
Process Node	40 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	800	2560+220%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.104 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+704%
ROPs	16	64+300%
TMUs	40	160+300%
L1 Cache	80 KB	960 KB+1100%
L2 Cache	0.25 MB	2 MB+700%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro 3D V5800	GeForce GTX 1060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro 3D V5800 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (FirePro 3D V5800) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	FirePro 3D V5800	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	1 GB	6 GB+500%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	0.25 MB	2 MB+700%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.0 (FirePro 3D V5800) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). OpenGL: 4.1 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	FirePro 3D V5800	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	11.0	12+9%
OpenGL	4.1	4.5+10%
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: UVD 2.3 (FirePro 3D V5800) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: UVD 2.3 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (FirePro 3D V5800) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	FirePro 3D V5800	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	UVD 2.3	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	UVD 2.3	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro 3D V5800 draws 74W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 83.5% difference. The FirePro 3D V5800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 3D V5800) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 229mm vs 173mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	FirePro 3D V5800	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	74W-59%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	229mm	173mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	90°C	—
Perf/Watt	16.6	55.9+237%

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Value Analysis

The FirePro 3D V5800 launched at $479 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The FirePro 3D V5800 costs 50% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 41.1 (FirePro 3D V5800) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 308% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2010).