FirePro 3D V8800
VS
GeForce GTX 1060

FirePro 3D V8800 vs GeForce GTX 1060

FirePro 3D V8800

2010Core: 690 MHz

Popular choices:

RTX 4060•RTX 3060•RTX 4060 Ti•RTX 3070•GTX 1650•RTX 3060 Ti•RTX 4070•RTX 3050•RX 7600•RTX 4070 Ti
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Popular choices:

RTX 4060•RTX 3060•RTX 4060 Ti•RTX 3070•GTX 1650•RTX 3060 Ti•RTX 4070•RTX 3050•RX 7600•RTX 4070 Ti

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro 3D V8800
74
2,438
0.0%
brand logoRadeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500U
brand logoRadeon R9 M275X
brand logoRadeon HD 7700-serie
brand logoRadeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3400G
brand logoRadeon 780M
brand logoRadeon RX 7400
brand logoRadeon RX 6800S
brand logoRadeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB
GeForce GTX 1060
180
10,064
+312.8%
brand logoGeForce GTX 680
brand logoGeForce GTX 970XM FORCE
brand logoGeForce RTX 2050 Mobile
brand logoGeForce GTX TITAN Z
brand logoGeForce GTX 980 Ti
brand logoGeForce RTX 5060 Mobile
brand logoGeForce RTX 2080 Ti
brand logoGeForce 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 V8800 is positioned at rank #312 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 V8800

#116
Radeon Pro SSG
MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500
96%
#297
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
9063%
#312
FirePro 3D V8800
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $30
100%
#313
Quadro K5000
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $60
98%
#314
Quadro 2000
MSRP: $599|Avg: $25
97%
#315
FirePro S7150
MSRP: $2399|Avg: $459
96%
#317
FirePro W9000
MSRP: $3999|Avg: $150
94%
#318
GRID M60-4Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120
94%
#319
FirePro V8800
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $100
93%
#320
Quadro K6000
MSRP: $5265|Avg: $300
93%
#321
NVS 510
MSRP: $449|Avg: $15
93%
#322
GRID M60-1Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $50
91%
#323
GRID K280Q
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50
87%
#324
FirePro M2000
MSRP: $300|Avg: $50
87%
#325
Tesla K20c
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500
85%
#326
GRID M6-1Q
MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100
85%
#327
Quadro FX 380
MSRP: $129|Avg: $15
84%
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 V8800 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 312.8% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (6 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro 3D V8800.

InsightFirePro 3D V8800GeForce GTX 1060
Performance
❌Lower raw frame rates (-312.8%)
✅Leading raw performance (+312.8%)
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 (+200%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
Standard Size (267mm)
📏 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 106.4% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightFirePro 3D V8800GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency
❌Lower cost efficiency
✅Better overall value (+106.4%)
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 V8800 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

1080p
low23 FPS
medium13 FPS
high7 FPS
ultra5 FPS
1440p
low15 FPS
medium9 FPS
high5 FPS
ultra4 FPS
4K
low6 FPS
medium4 FPS
high2 FPS
ultra2 FPS
Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

1080p
low151 FPS
medium127 FPS
high107 FPS
ultra111 FPS
1440p
low125 FPS
medium94 FPS
high85 FPS
ultra87 FPS
4K
low55 FPS
medium46 FPS
high43 FPS
ultra39 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p
low46 FPS
medium26 FPS
high13 FPS
ultra8 FPS
1440p
low15 FPS
medium9 FPS
high5 FPS
ultra3 FPS
4K
low8 FPS
medium5 FPS
high3 FPS
ultra3 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p
low221 FPS
medium197 FPS
high166 FPS
ultra133 FPS
1440p
low148 FPS
medium134 FPS
high111 FPS
ultra94 FPS
4K
low81 FPS
medium73 FPS
high65 FPS
ultra54 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

1080p
low110 FPS
medium88 FPS
high73 FPS
ultra55 FPS
1440p
low82 FPS
medium66 FPS
high55 FPS
ultra41 FPS
4K
low55 FPS
medium44 FPS
high37 FPS
ultra27 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

1080p
low453 FPS
medium362 FPS
high302 FPS
ultra226 FPS
1440p
low340 FPS
medium272 FPS
high226 FPS
ultra170 FPS
4K
low226 FPS
medium181 FPS
high151 FPS
ultra113 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

1080p
low59 FPS
medium39 FPS
high32 FPS
ultra18 FPS
1440p
low18 FPS
medium11 FPS
high10 FPS
ultra7 FPS
4K
low9 FPS
medium6 FPS
high5 FPS
ultra4 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

1080p
low302 FPS
medium260 FPS
high227 FPS
ultra213 FPS
1440p
low270 FPS
medium239 FPS
high213 FPS
ultra170 FPS
4K
low171 FPS
medium152 FPS
high145 FPS
ultra113 FPS
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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro 3D V8800 and GeForce GTX 1060

AMD

FirePro 3D V8800

The FirePro 3D V8800 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: 2,438 points. Launch price was $479.

NVIDIA

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 V8800 scores 2,438 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 312.8%. The FirePro 3D V8800 is built on TeraScale 2 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 40 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 800 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 1.104 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060).

FeatureFirePro 3D V8800GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score
2,438
10,064+313%
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%
✨

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureFirePro 3D V8800GeForce 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
💾

Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro 3D V8800 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureFirePro 3D V8800GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
6 GB+200%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
192-bit+200%
L2 Cache
0.25 MB
2 MB+700%
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.2 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: None vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.4 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

FeatureFirePro 3D V8800GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX
11.2
12+7%
Vulkan
None
1.3
OpenGL
4.4
4.5+2%
Max Displays
4
4
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (FirePro 3D V8800) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: UVD 2.3 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

FeatureFirePro 3D V8800GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder
None
NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder
UVD 2.3
NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs
H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2
H.264,H.265/HEVC
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The FirePro 3D V8800 draws 74W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 83.5% difference. The FirePro 3D V8800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 173mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

FeatureFirePro 3D V8800GeForce GTX 1060
TDP
74W-59%
180W
Recommended PSU
350W-13%
400W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
6-pin
Length
267mm
173mm
Height
111mm
111mm
Slots
2
2
Temp (Load)
85
—
Perf/Watt
32.9
55.9+70%
💰

Value Analysis

The FirePro 3D V8800 launched at $1499 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The FirePro 3D V8800 costs 50% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 81.3 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 106.3% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2010).

FeatureFirePro 3D V8800GeForce GTX 1060
MSRP
$1499
$249-83%
Avg Price (30d)
$30-50%
$60
Performance per Dollar
81.3
167.7+106%
Codename
Juniper
GP104
Release
April 26 2010
May 27 2016
Ranking
#780
#137