FirePro 3D V5800
VS
Quadro FX 5800

FirePro 3D V5800 vs Quadro FX 5800

FirePro 3D V5800

2010Core: 690 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

Quadro FX 5800

2008Core: 610 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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The FirePro 3D V5800 is positioned at rank 264 and the Quadro FX 5800 is on rank 392, so the FirePro 3D V5800 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 Quadro FX 5800

#377
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
42209%
#392
Quadro FX 5800
MSRP: $3499|Avg: $40
100%
#393
RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q
MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565
91%
#394
FireStream 9170
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $20
91%
#395
Quadro FX 1700
MSRP: $699|Avg: $500
89%
#396
GRID P40-6Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
86%
#397
Quadro FX 540
MSRP: $299|Avg: $15
77%
#398
Quadro 7000
MSRP: $14499|Avg: $300
69%
#399
Quadro FX 1500
MSRP: $699|Avg: $30
69%
#400
Tesla M2070-Q
MSRP: $5489|Avg: $50
69%
#401
Quadro FX 4700 X2
MSRP: $2999|Avg: $15
66%
#402
Quadro FX 3700
MSRP: $1599|Avg: $500
66%
#403
GRID M10-0B
MSRP: $4000|Avg: $1000
63%
#404
Quadro FX 4600
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $50
57%
#405
GRID K340
MSRP: $3299|Avg: $57
57%
#407
Quadro FX 5600
MSRP: $2999|Avg: $50
51%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FirePro 3D V5800 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro FX 5800 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

InsightFirePro 3D V5800Quadro FX 5800
Performance
Leading raw performance (+1.7%)
Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+300%)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The FirePro 3D V5800 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro 3D V5800 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $40), it costs 25% less, resulting in a 35.6% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightFirePro 3D V5800Quadro FX 5800
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+35.6%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($30)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40)

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 Quadro FX 5800

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

Quadro FX 5800

The Quadro FX 5800 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 11 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 610 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 189W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,211 points. Launch price was $3,499.

Graphics Performance

The FirePro 3D V5800 scores 1,232 and the Quadro FX 5800 reaches 1,211 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro 3D V5800 is built on TeraScale 2 while the Quadro FX 5800 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 40 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 800 (FirePro 3D V5800) vs 240 (Quadro FX 5800). Raw compute: 1.104 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V5800) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 5800).

FeatureFirePro 3D V5800Quadro FX 5800
G3D Mark Score
1,232+2%
1,211
Architecture
TeraScale 2
Tesla 2.0
Process Node
40 nm
55 nm
Shading Units
800+233%
240
Compute (TFLOPS)
1.104 TFLOPS+77%
0.6221 TFLOPS
ROPs
16
32+100%
TMUs
40
80+100%
L2 Cache
256 KB
256 KB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureFirePro 3D V5800Quadro FX 5800
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
Standard
💾

Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro 3D V5800 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro FX 5800 has 4 GB. The Quadro FX 5800 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

FeatureFirePro 3D V5800Quadro FX 5800
VRAM Capacity
1 GB
4 GB+300%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
64-bit
L2 Cache
256 KB
256 KB
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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro 3D V5800 draws 74W versus the Quadro FX 5800's 189W — a 87.5% difference. The FirePro 3D V5800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 3D V5800) vs 350W (Quadro FX 5800). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

FeatureFirePro 3D V5800Quadro FX 5800
TDP
74W-61%
189W
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
PCIe-powered
Length
229mm
Height
111mm
Slots
1
Temp (Load)
90°C
Perf/Watt
16.6+159%
6.4
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Value Analysis

The FirePro 3D V5800 launched at $479 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the Quadro FX 5800 launched at $3499 and now averages $40. The FirePro 3D V5800 costs 25% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 41.1 (FirePro 3D V5800) vs 30.3 (Quadro FX 5800) — the FirePro 3D V5800 offers 35.6% better value. The FirePro 3D V5800 is the newer GPU (2010 vs 2008).

FeatureFirePro 3D V5800Quadro FX 5800
MSRP
$479-86%
$3499
Avg Price (30d)
$30-25%
$40
Performance per Dollar
41.1+36%
30.3
Codename
Juniper
GT200B
Release
April 26 2010
November 11 2008
Ranking
#780
#815