FirePro 3D V8800 vs GeForce GTX 650 Ti

FirePro 3D V8800

2010Core: 690 MHz

GeForce GTX 650 Ti

2012Core: 928 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro 3D V8800

2,438

0.0%

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB

GeForce GTX 650 Ti

110

2,525

+3.6%

GeForce GTX 1650 (móvel)

GeForce RTX 2070 with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 2060 12GB

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 650 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro 3D V8800.

Insight	FirePro 3D V8800	GeForce GTX 650 Ti
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 650 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 650 Ti holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $30), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 3.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro 3D V8800	GeForce GTX 650 Ti
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+3.6%)
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.

FirePro 3D V8800 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 650 Ti Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro 3D V8800 and GeForce GTX 650 Ti

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.

GeForce GTX 650 Ti

The GeForce GTX 650 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 9 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 928 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 110W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,525 points. Launch price was $149.

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Graphics Performance

The FirePro 3D V8800 scores 2,438 and the GeForce GTX 650 Ti reaches 2,525 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro 3D V8800 is built on TeraScale 2 while the GeForce GTX 650 Ti uses Kepler, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 800 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 768 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti). Raw compute: 1.104 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 1.425 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 650 Ti).

Feature	FirePro 3D V8800	GeForce GTX 650 Ti
G3D Mark Score	2,438	2,525+4%
Architecture	TeraScale 2	Kepler
Process Node	40 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	800+4%	768
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.104 TFLOPS	1.425 TFLOPS+29%
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	40	64+60%
L1 Cache	80 KB+25%	64 KB
L2 Cache	256 KB	256 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro 3D V8800	GeForce GTX 650 Ti
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	FirePro 3D V8800	GeForce GTX 650 Ti
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	256 KB	256 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.2 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 11.0 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti). Vulkan: None vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.4 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

Feature	FirePro 3D V8800	GeForce GTX 650 Ti
DirectX	11.2+2%	11.0
Vulkan	None	1.2
OpenGL	4.4	4.6+5%
Max Displays	4+33%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (FirePro 3D V8800) vs NVENC (1st Gen) (GeForce GTX 650 Ti). Decoder: UVD 2.3 vs PureVideo VP5. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti).

Feature	FirePro 3D V8800	GeForce GTX 650 Ti
Encoder	None	NVENC (1st Gen)
Decoder	UVD 2.3	PureVideo VP5
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro 3D V8800 draws 74W versus the GeForce GTX 650 Ti's 110W — a 39.1% difference. The FirePro 3D V8800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 650 Ti). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 145mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 70.

Feature	FirePro 3D V8800	GeForce GTX 650 Ti
TDP	74W-33%	110W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	1x 6-pin
Length	267mm	145mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	85	70-18%
Perf/Watt	32.9+43%	23.0

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Value Analysis

The FirePro 3D V8800 launched at $1499 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce GTX 650 Ti launched at $149 and now averages $30. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 81.3 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 84.2 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti) — the GeForce GTX 650 Ti offers 3.6% better value. The GeForce GTX 650 Ti is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2010).