FirePro 3D V8800 vs GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
FirePro 3D V8800
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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 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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro 3D V8800
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is significantly newer (2022 vs 2010). The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB 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 RTX 3050 8GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 414.2% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (8 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.
| Insight | FirePro 3D V8800 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-414.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+414.2%) |
| 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 | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro 3D V8800 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $30 versus $209 for the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB, it costs 86% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 35.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro 3D V8800 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+35.5%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($209) |
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 V8800 and GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
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 RTX 3050 8GB
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1552 MHz to 1777 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: 12,535 points. Launch price was $249.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the FirePro 3D V8800 scores 2,438 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 12,535 — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB leads by 414.2%. The FirePro 3D V8800 is built on TeraScale 2 while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB uses Ampere, both on 40 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 800 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Raw compute: 1.104 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,438 | 12,535+414% |
| Architecture | TeraScale 2 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 800 | 2560+220% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.104 TFLOPS | 9.098 TFLOPS+724% |
| 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 V8800 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| 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 V8800 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 8 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 2 MB+700% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.2 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Vulkan: None vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.4 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.2 | 12 Ultimate+7% |
| Vulkan | None | 1.4 |
| OpenGL | 4.4 | 4.6+5% |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (FirePro 3D V8800) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Decoder: UVD 2.3 vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | UVD 2.3 | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro 3D V8800 draws 74W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 130W — a 54.9% difference. The FirePro 3D V8800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 66°C.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 74W-43% | 130W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-22% | 450W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 242mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | 66°C-22% |
| Perf/Watt | 32.9 | 96.4+193% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro 3D V8800 launched at $1499 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB launched at $249 and now averages $209. The FirePro 3D V8800 costs 85.6% less ($179 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 81.3 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the FirePro 3D V8800 offers 35.5% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2010).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1499 | $249-83% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-86% | $209 |
| Performance per Dollar | 81.3+35% | 60.0 |
| Codename | Juniper | GA106 |
| Release | April 26 2010 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #780 | #211 |
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