FirePro 3D V7800
VS
Radeon Vega 11

FirePro 3D V7800 vs Radeon Vega 11

FirePro 3D V7800

2014Core: 850 MHz
VS
AMD

Radeon Vega 11

2018Core: 300 MHzBoost: 1251 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 V7800 is positioned at rank #270 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 V7800

#108
Quadro M6000
MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500
96%
#109
Quadro M6000 24GB
MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600
95%
#255
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
6005%
#270
FirePro 3D V7800
MSRP: $759|Avg: $40
100%
#271
FirePro S9050
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825
100%
#272
FirePro R5000
MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150
98%
#273
GRID M6-8Q
MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100
97%
#276
GRID K120Q
MSRP: $125|Avg: $20
95%
#278
Tesla M60
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $250
95%
#279
FirePro V7900
MSRP: $999|Avg: $120
92%
#280
GRID P6-4Q
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150
90%
#281
GRID M60-8A
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120
90%
#283
Quadro K4000
MSRP: $1269|Avg: $100
87%
#285
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MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235
86%
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 Radeon Vega 11 uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon Vega 11 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro 3D V7800 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FirePro 3D V7800 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (2 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon Vega 11.

InsightFirePro 3D V7800Radeon Vega 11
Performance
Leading raw performance (+0.3%)
Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 5.0 (2017−2020))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
Standard Size (254mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The FirePro 3D V7800 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $40 (vs $40), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 0.3% better value per dollar than the Radeon Vega 11.

InsightFirePro 3D V7800Radeon Vega 11
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+0.3%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing

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 V7800 and Radeon Vega 11

AMD

FirePro 3D V7800

The FirePro 3D V7800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 18 2014. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 850 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 274W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,867 points.

AMD

Radeon Vega 11

The Radeon Vega 11 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 10 2018. It features the GCN 5.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1251 MHz. It has 704 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 35W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,861 points.

Graphics Performance

The FirePro 3D V7800 scores 1,867 and the Radeon Vega 11 reaches 1,861 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro 3D V7800 is built on GCN 1.0 while the Radeon Vega 11 uses GCN 5.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (FirePro 3D V7800) vs 704 (Radeon Vega 11). Raw compute: 3.482 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V7800) vs 1.761 TFLOPS (Radeon Vega 11).

FeatureFirePro 3D V7800Radeon Vega 11
G3D Mark Score
1,867
1,861
Architecture
GCN 1.0
GCN 5.0
Process Node
28 nm
14 nm
Shading Units
2048+191%
704
Compute (TFLOPS)
3.482 TFLOPS+98%
1.761 TFLOPS
ROPs
32+300%
8
TMUs
128+191%
44

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureFirePro 3D V7800Radeon Vega 11
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
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro 3D V7800 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon Vega 11 has 0 MB. The FirePro 3D V7800 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.

FeatureFirePro 3D V7800Radeon Vega 11
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
Shared System RAM
Memory Type
GDDR5
Shared
Bus Width
64-bit
System
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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro 3D V7800 draws 274W versus the Radeon Vega 11's 35W — a 154.7% difference. The Radeon Vega 11 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 3D V7800) vs 1W (Radeon Vega 11). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.

FeatureFirePro 3D V7800Radeon Vega 11
TDP
274W
35W-87%
Recommended PSU
350W
1W-100%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
Integrated
Length
254mm
Height
111mm
Slots
1
Temp (Load)
85°C
Perf/Watt
6.8
53.2+682%
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Value Analysis

The FirePro 3D V7800 launched at $759 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Radeon Vega 11 launched at $150 and now averages $40. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 46.7 (FirePro 3D V7800) vs 46.5 (Radeon Vega 11) — the FirePro 3D V7800 offers 0.4% better value. The Radeon Vega 11 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2014).

FeatureFirePro 3D V7800Radeon Vega 11
MSRP
$759
$150-80%
Avg Price (30d)
$40
$40
Performance per Dollar
46.7
46.5
Codename
Tahiti
Raven
Release
January 18 2014
May 10 2018
Ranking
#423
#673