FirePro 3D V9800 vs Quadro M620

FirePro 3D V9800

2011Core: 725 MHz

Quadro M620

2017Core: 756 MHzBoost: 977 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro 3D V9800

150

2,812

+2.0%

2,758

0.0%

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

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 V9800 is positioned at rank #365 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 V9800

#349

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

18466%

#364

FirePro 3D V8700

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $1229

100%

#365

FirePro 3D V9800

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $80

100%

#366

Quadro 5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $100

99%

#367

FirePro V5700

MSRP: $599|Avg: $20

98%

#368

FirePro V9800

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $250

98%

#369

FirePro 3D V8750

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $500

89%

#370

FirePro 3D V7750

MSRP: $799|Avg: $20

85%

#371

GRID M10-2B

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $80

83%

#372

Quadro FX 370

MSRP: $129|Avg: $500

81%

#373

RTXA5000-6Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500

76%

#374

GRID M6-0B

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

76%

#375

Quadro 6000

MSRP: $4399|Avg: $150

76%

#376

GRID M10-1B

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150

75%

#377

Tesla K40c

MSRP: $7699|Avg: $500

72%

#378

Quadro FX 4800

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $80

70%

#379

Tesla M2090

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $40

70%

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 Quadro M620 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2011). The Quadro M620 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro 3D V9800 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FirePro 3D V9800 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro M620.

Insight	FirePro 3D V9800	Quadro M620
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro M620 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro M620 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $80), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 96.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro 3D V9800	Quadro M620
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+96.2%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($80)	✅More affordable ($40)

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 V9800 Benchmark Check

Quadro M620 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro 3D V9800 and Quadro M620

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.

Quadro M620

The Quadro M620 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 11 2017. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 756 MHz to 977 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,758 points.

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Graphics Performance

The FirePro 3D V9800 scores 2,812 and the Quadro M620 reaches 2,758 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro 3D V9800 is built on TeraScale 3 while the Quadro M620 uses Maxwell, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (FirePro 3D V9800) vs 512 (Quadro M620). Raw compute: 1.856 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V9800) vs 1 TFLOPS (Quadro M620).

Feature	FirePro 3D V9800	Quadro M620
G3D Mark Score	2,812+2%	2,758
Architecture	TeraScale 3	Maxwell
Process Node	40 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1280+150%	512
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.856 TFLOPS+86%	1 TFLOPS
ROPs	32+100%	16
TMUs	80+150%	32
L1 Cache	320 KB+25%	256 KB
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro 3D V9800	Quadro M620
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro 3D V9800 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro M620 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. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (FirePro 3D V9800) vs 2 MB (Quadro M620) — the Quadro M620 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	FirePro 3D V9800	Quadro M620
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.2 (FirePro 3D V9800) vs 12_1 (Quadro M620). Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 0.

Feature	FirePro 3D V9800	Quadro M620
DirectX	11.2	12_1+7%
Max Displays	6	0

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (FirePro 3D V9800) vs NVENC 5th Gen (Quadro M620). Decoder: UVD 2.3 vs NVDEC 2nd Gen.

Feature	FirePro 3D V9800	Quadro M620
Encoder	None	NVENC 5th Gen
Decoder	UVD 2.3	NVDEC 2nd Gen
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	—

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro 3D V9800 draws 150W versus the Quadro M620's 30W — a 133.3% difference. The Quadro M620 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 3D V9800) vs 350W (Quadro M620). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 1mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.

Feature	FirePro 3D V9800	Quadro M620
TDP	150W	30W-80%
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	91.9+391%

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Value Analysis

The FirePro 3D V9800 launched at $3499 MSRP and currently averages $80, while the Quadro M620 launched at $0 and now averages $40. The Quadro M620 costs 50% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 35.1 (FirePro 3D V9800) vs 69.0 (Quadro M620) — the Quadro M620 offers 96.6% better value. The Quadro M620 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2011).