FirePro 3D V9800 vs GRID K280Q
FirePro 3D V9800
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GRID K280Q
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The FirePro 3D V9800 is positioned at rank 365 and the GRID K280Q is on rank 323, so the GRID K280Q offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro 3D V9800
Performance Per Dollar GRID K280Q
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID K280Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FirePro 3D V9800 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | FirePro 3D V9800 | GRID K280Q |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GRID K280Q offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GRID K280Q holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $80), it costs 38% less, resulting in a 61.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro 3D V9800 | GRID K280Q |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+61.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($80) | ✅More affordable ($50) |
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 V9800 and GRID K280Q
FirePro 3D V9800
The FirePro 3D V9800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 24 2011. It features the TeraScale 3 architecture. The core clock speed is 725 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,812 points.
GRID K280Q
The GRID K280Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 28 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,840 points. Launch price was $1,875.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro 3D V9800 scores 2,812 and the GRID K280Q reaches 2,840 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro 3D V9800 is built on TeraScale 3 while the GRID K280Q uses Kepler, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (FirePro 3D V9800) vs 1,536 (GRID K280Q). Raw compute: 1.856 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V9800) vs 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID K280Q).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V9800 | GRID K280Q |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,812 | 2,840 |
| Architecture | TeraScale 3 | Kepler |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1280 | 1536+20% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.856 TFLOPS | 2.289 TFLOPS+23% |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 80 | 128+60% |
| L1 Cache | 320 KB+150% | 128 KB |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro 3D V9800 | GRID K280Q |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The FirePro 3D V9800 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GRID K280Q has 2 GB. The FirePro 3D V9800 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V9800 | GRID K280Q |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+100% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.2 (FirePro 3D V9800) vs 11_0 (GRID K280Q). Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 0.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V9800 | GRID K280Q |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.2+2% | 11_0 |
| Max Displays | 6 | 0 |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro 3D V9800 draws 150W versus the GRID K280Q's 225W — a 40% difference. The FirePro 3D V9800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 3D V9800) vs 350W (GRID K280Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 1mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V9800 | GRID K280Q |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W-33% | 225W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 267mm | 1mm |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 90 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 18.7+48% | 12.6 |
Value Analysis
The FirePro 3D V9800 launched at $3499 MSRP and currently averages $80, while the GRID K280Q launched at $2000 and now averages $50. The GRID K280Q costs 37.5% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 35.1 (FirePro 3D V9800) vs 56.8 (GRID K280Q) — the GRID K280Q offers 61.8% better value. The GRID K280Q is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2011).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V9800 | GRID K280Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3499 | $2000-43% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80 | $50-38% |
| Performance per Dollar | 35.1 | 56.8+62% |
| Codename | Cayman | GK104 |
| Release | May 24 2011 | June 28 2013 |
| Ranking | #656 | #595 |
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