FirePro 3D V8800 vs GeForce RTX 4060 Ti
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 4060 Ti
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is significantly newer (2023 vs 2010). The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 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 4060 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 829.1% 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 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-829.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+829.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| 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 $380 for the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti, it costs 92% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 36.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro 3D V8800 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+36.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($380) |
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 4060 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 RTX 4060 Ti
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2310 MHz to 2535 MHz. It has 4352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 34 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 22,651 points. Launch price was $399.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the FirePro 3D V8800 scores 2,438 versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti's 22,651 — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti leads by 829.1%. The FirePro 3D V8800 is built on TeraScale 2 while the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti uses Ada Lovelace, both on 40 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 800 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 4,352 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Raw compute: 1.104 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 22.06 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,438 | 22,651+829% |
| Architecture | TeraScale 2 | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 800 | 4352+444% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.104 TFLOPS | 22.06 TFLOPS+1898% |
| ROPs | 16 | 48+200% |
| TMUs | 40 | 136+240% |
| L1 Cache | 0.08 MB | 4.3 MB+5275% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 32 MB+12700% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The FirePro 3D V8800 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The FirePro 3D V8800 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 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 32 MB (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 8 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 32 MB+12700% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.2 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Vulkan: None vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.4 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.2 | 12.2+9% |
| Vulkan | None | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.4 | 4.6+5% |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Decoder: UVD 2.3 vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | 8th Gen NVENC |
| Decoder | UVD 2.3 | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro 3D V8800 draws 74W versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti's 160W — a 73.5% difference. The FirePro 3D V8800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 240mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 70°C.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 74W-54% | 160W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-36% | 550W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 240mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | 70°C-18% |
| Perf/Watt | 32.9 | 141.6+330% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro 3D V8800 launched at $1499 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti launched at $399 and now averages $380. The FirePro 3D V8800 costs 92.1% less ($350 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 81.3 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 59.6 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) — the FirePro 3D V8800 offers 36.4% better value. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2010).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1499 | $399-73% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-92% | $380 |
| Performance per Dollar | 81.3+36% | 59.6 |
| Codename | Juniper | AD106 |
| Release | April 26 2010 | May 18 2023 |
| Ranking | #780 | #59 |
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