FirePro R5000 vs GRID K2
FirePro R5000
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GRID K2
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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 GRID K2 is on rank 381, 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 GRID K2
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID K2 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.4% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FirePro R5000 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | FirePro R5000 | GRID K2 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑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 (279mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GRID K2 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GRID K2 holds the technical lead. Priced at $80 (vs $150), it costs 47% less, resulting in a 93.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro R5000 | GRID K2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+93.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) | ✅More affordable ($80) |
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 GRID K2
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.
GRID K2
The GRID K2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 11 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,737 points. Launch price was $5,199.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro R5000 scores 2,647 and the GRID K2 reaches 2,737 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro R5000 is built on GCN 1.0 while the GRID K2 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 768 (FirePro R5000) vs 1,536 (GRID K2). Raw compute: 1.267 TFLOPS (FirePro R5000) vs 2.289 TFLOPS ×2 (GRID K2).
| Feature | FirePro R5000 | GRID K2 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,647 | 2,737+3% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 768 | 1536 ×2+100% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.267 TFLOPS | 2.289 TFLOPS ×2+81% |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 ×2 |
| TMUs | 48 | 128 ×2+167% |
| L1 Cache | 192 KB+50% | 128 KB |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro R5000 | GRID K2 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 R5000 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GRID K2 has 2 GB. The FirePro R5000 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | FirePro R5000 | GRID K2 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+100% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro R5000 draws 150W versus the GRID K2's 225W — a 40% difference. The FirePro R5000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro R5000) vs 350W (GRID K2). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | FirePro R5000 | GRID K2 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W-33% | 225W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 279mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 17.6+44% | 12.2 |
Value Analysis
The FirePro R5000 launched at $1099 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the GRID K2 launched at $5199 and now averages $80. The GRID K2 costs 46.7% less ($70 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 17.6 (FirePro R5000) vs 34.2 (GRID K2) — the GRID K2 offers 94.3% better value.
| Feature | FirePro R5000 | GRID K2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1099-79% | $5199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $80-47% |
| Performance per Dollar | 17.6 | 34.2+94% |
| Codename | Pitcairn | GK104 |
| Release | February 25 2013 | May 11 2013 |
| Ranking | #619 | #611 |
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