FirePro R5000 vs FirePro V9800
FirePro R5000
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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 R5000 is positioned at rank 272 and the FirePro V9800 is on rank 368, so the FirePro R5000 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro R5000
Performance Per Dollar FirePro V9800
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro V9800 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro R5000.
| Insight | FirePro R5000 | FirePro V9800 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (279mm) | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro R5000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro R5000 holds the technical lead. Priced at $150 (vs $250), it costs 40% less, resulting in a 61.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro R5000 | FirePro V9800 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+61.8%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($150) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($250) |
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 R5000 and FirePro V9800
FirePro R5000
The FirePro R5000 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in February 25 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 825 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,647 points. Launch price was $1,099.
FirePro V9800
The FirePro 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: 2,727 points.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro R5000 scores 2,647 and the FirePro V9800 reaches 2,727 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro R5000 is built on GCN 1.0 while the FirePro V9800 uses TeraScale 3, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 768 (FirePro R5000) vs 1,280 (FirePro V9800). Raw compute: 1.267 TFLOPS (FirePro R5000) vs 1.856 TFLOPS (FirePro V9800).
| Feature | FirePro R5000 | FirePro V9800 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,647 | 2,727+3% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | TeraScale 3 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 768 | 1280+67% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.267 TFLOPS | 1.856 TFLOPS+46% |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 48 | 80+67% |
| L1 Cache | 192 KB | 320 KB+67% |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro R5000 | FirePro V9800 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | FirePro R5000 | FirePro V9800 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (FirePro R5000) vs 11.2 (FirePro V9800). Vulkan: 1.2 vs None. OpenGL: 4.2 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 6.
| Feature | FirePro R5000 | FirePro V9800 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12+7% | 11.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | None |
| OpenGL | 4.2 | 4.4+5% |
| Max Displays | 6 | 6 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0 (FirePro R5000) vs None (FirePro V9800). Decoder: UVD vs UVD 2.3. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro R5000) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro V9800).
| Feature | FirePro R5000 | FirePro V9800 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | VCE 1.0 | None |
| Decoder | UVD | UVD 2.3 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro R5000 draws 150W versus the FirePro V9800's 150W — a 0% difference. The FirePro V9800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro R5000) vs 350W (FirePro V9800). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 279mm vs 267mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | FirePro R5000 | FirePro V9800 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 279mm | 267mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 17.6 | 18.2+3% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro R5000 launched at $1099 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the FirePro V9800 launched at $3499 and now averages $250. The FirePro R5000 costs 40% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 17.6 (FirePro R5000) vs 10.9 (FirePro V9800) — the FirePro R5000 offers 61.5% better value. The FirePro R5000 is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2011).
| Feature | FirePro R5000 | FirePro V9800 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1099-69% | $3499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150-40% | $250 |
| Performance per Dollar | 17.6+61% | 10.9 |
| Codename | Pitcairn | Cayman |
| Release | February 25 2013 | May 24 2011 |
| Ranking | #619 | #656 |
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