FirePro 3D V5800 vs GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
FirePro 3D V5800
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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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro 3D V5800
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is significantly newer (2022 vs 2010). The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM 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 3050 OEM is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 865.3% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (8 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 RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-865.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+865.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $150 (vs $30), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 93.1% better value per dollar than the FirePro 3D V5800.
| Insight | FirePro 3D V5800 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+93.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) |
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 3050 OEM
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 RTX 3050 OEM
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1515 MHz to 1755 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 130W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 20 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 11,892 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the FirePro 3D V5800 scores 1,232 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM's 11,892 — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM leads by 865.3%. The FirePro 3D V5800 is built on TeraScale 2 while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM uses Ampere, both on 40 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 800 (FirePro 3D V5800) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Raw compute: 1.104 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V5800) vs 8.986 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V5800 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,232 | 11,892+865% |
| Architecture | TeraScale 2 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 800 | 2560+220% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.104 TFLOPS | 8.986 TFLOPS+714% |
| ROPs | 16 | 32+100% |
| TMUs | 40 | 80+100% |
| L1 Cache | 0.08 MB | 2.5 MB+3025% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 2 MB+700% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro 3D V5800 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The FirePro 3D V5800 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (FirePro 3D V5800) vs 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V5800 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB | 8 GB+700% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 2 MB+700% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.0 (FirePro 3D V5800) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). OpenGL: 4.1 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V5800 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.0 | 12.2+11% |
| OpenGL | 4.1 | 4.6+12% |
| Max Displays | 3 | 4+33% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: UVD 2.3 (FirePro 3D V5800) vs 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Decoder: UVD 2.3 vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (FirePro 3D V5800) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V5800 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | UVD 2.3 | 8th Gen NVENC |
| Decoder | UVD 2.3 | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro 3D V5800 draws 74W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM's 130W — a 54.9% difference. The FirePro 3D V5800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 3D V5800) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 229mm vs 235mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 90°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V5800 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 74W-43% | 130W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-22% | 450W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 229mm | 235mm |
| Height | 111mm | 124mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 90°C | 75°C-17% |
| Perf/Watt | 16.6 | 91.5+451% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro 3D V5800 launched at $479 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM launched at $249 and now averages $150. The FirePro 3D V5800 costs 80% less ($120 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 41.1 (FirePro 3D V5800) vs 79.3 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers 92.9% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2010).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V5800 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $479 | $249-48% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-80% | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 41.1 | 79.3+93% |
| Codename | Juniper | GA106 |
| Release | April 26 2010 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #780 | #224 |
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