FirePro 3D V5800
VS
GeForce RTX 2060

FirePro 3D V5800 vs GeForce RTX 2060

FirePro 3D V5800

2010Core: 690 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 2060

2019Core: 1365 MHzBoost: 1680 MHz

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. 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 RTX 2060 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2010). The GeForce RTX 2060 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 RTX 2060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1045.6% 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.

InsightFirePro 3D V5800GeForce RTX 2060
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1045.6%)
Leading raw performance (+1045.6%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $120 (vs $30), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 186.4% better value per dollar than the FirePro 3D V5800.

InsightFirePro 3D V5800GeForce RTX 2060
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+186.4%)
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($30)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120)

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 3D V5800 and GeForce RTX 2060

AMD

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.

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 2060

The GeForce RTX 2060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 7 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1680 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 30 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 14,114 points. Launch price was $349.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the FirePro 3D V5800 scores 1,232 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 1045.6%. The FirePro 3D V5800 is built on TeraScale 2 while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 40 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 800 (FirePro 3D V5800) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 1.104 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V5800) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060).

FeatureFirePro 3D V5800GeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score
1,232
14,114+1046%
Architecture
TeraScale 2
Turing
Process Node
40 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
800
1920+140%
Compute (TFLOPS)
1.104 TFLOPS
6.451 TFLOPS+484%
ROPs
16
48+200%
TMUs
40
120+200%
L1 Cache
0.08 MB
1.9 MB+2275%
L2 Cache
0.25 MB
3 MB+1100%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureFirePro 3D V5800GeForce RTX 2060
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation
Not Supported
FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
NVIDIA Reflex
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro 3D V5800 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2060 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 3 MB (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureFirePro 3D V5800GeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity
1 GB
6 GB+500%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR6
Bus Width
64-bit
192-bit+200%
L2 Cache
0.25 MB
3 MB+1100%
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.0 (FirePro 3D V5800) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). OpenGL: 4.1 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

FeatureFirePro 3D V5800GeForce RTX 2060
DirectX
11.0
12 Ultimate (12_2)+9%
OpenGL
4.1
4.6+12%
Max Displays
3
4+33%
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: UVD 2.3 (FirePro 3D V5800) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: UVD 2.3 vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (FirePro 3D V5800) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce RTX 2060).

FeatureFirePro 3D V5800GeForce RTX 2060
Encoder
UVD 2.3
NVENC (Turing)
Decoder
UVD 2.3
NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs
MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1
H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The FirePro 3D V5800 draws 74W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 73.5% difference. The FirePro 3D V5800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 3D V5800) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 229mm vs 229mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 90°C vs 72.

FeatureFirePro 3D V5800GeForce RTX 2060
TDP
74W-54%
160W
Recommended PSU
350W-30%
500W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
8-pin
Length
229mm
229mm
Height
111mm
113mm
Slots
1-50%
2
Temp (Load)
90°C
72-20%
Perf/Watt
16.6
88.2+431%
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Value Analysis

The FirePro 3D V5800 launched at $479 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. The FirePro 3D V5800 costs 75% less ($90 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 41.1 (FirePro 3D V5800) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 186.1% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2010).

FeatureFirePro 3D V5800GeForce RTX 2060
MSRP
$479
$349-27%
Avg Price (30d)
$30-75%
$120
Performance per Dollar
41.1
117.6+186%
Codename
Juniper
TU106
Release
April 26 2010
January 7 2019
Ranking
#780
#168