FirePro R5000 vs Quadro 6000

FirePro R5000

2013Core: 825 MHz

Quadro 6000

2010Core: 574 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro R5000

150

2,647

0.0%

Radeon R9 M365X

Radeon RX Vega 11 Processor

2,692

+1.7%

GeForce 845M

GeForce GTX 580M SLI

GeForce GTX 670MX SLI

GeForce MX250

GeForce GTX 980M

GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 2070

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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The FirePro R5000 is positioned at rank 272 and the Quadro 6000 is on rank 374, so the FirePro R5000 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 R5000

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

98%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

97%

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

88%

#257

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

6130%

#272

FirePro R5000

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150

100%

#273

GRID M6-8Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

99%

#276

GRID K120Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $20

97%

#278

Tesla M60

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $250

97%

#279

FirePro V7900

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

94%

#280

GRID M60-8A

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

92%

#281

GRID P6-4Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

92%

#283

Quadro K4000

MSRP: $1269|Avg: $100

89%

#286

GRID P4-2Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235

88%

#287

Tesla C2070

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $38

86%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro 6000

#359

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

24218%

#374

Quadro 6000

MSRP: $4399|Avg: $150

100%

#375

GRID M6-0B

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

100%

#376

RTXA5000-6Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500

100%

#377

GRID M10-1B

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150

98%

#378

Tesla K40c

MSRP: $7699|Avg: $500

95%

#379

Quadro FX 4800

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $80

92%

#380

Tesla M2090

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $40

92%

#381

GRID K180Q

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $1000

87%

#382

GRID K2

MSRP: $5199|Avg: $80

87%

#383

Quadro CX

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $500

77%

#384

GRID P100-8Q

MSRP: $7374|Avg: $550

72%

#385

Quadro FX 550

MSRP: $150|Avg: $10

70%

#386

Quadro FX 350

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

70%

#387

Tesla M2070

MSRP: $3099|Avg: $50

69%

#388

GRID V100D-8Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000

69%

#389

GRID M10-0Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

66%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro 6000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (6 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro R5000.

Insight	FirePro R5000	Quadro 6000
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+50%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	Standard Size (279mm)	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro 6000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro 6000 holds the technical lead. Priced at $150 (vs $150), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 1.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro R5000	Quadro 6000
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1.7%)
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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 R5000 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro R5000 and Quadro 6000

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.

Quadro 6000

The Quadro 6000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 10 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 574 MHz. It has 448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 204W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,692 points. Launch price was $4,399.

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Graphics Performance

The FirePro R5000 scores 2,647 and the Quadro 6000 reaches 2,692 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro R5000 is built on GCN 1.0 while the Quadro 6000 uses Fermi, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 768 (FirePro R5000) vs 448 (Quadro 6000). Raw compute: 1.267 TFLOPS (FirePro R5000) vs 1.028 TFLOPS (Quadro 6000).

Feature	FirePro R5000	Quadro 6000
G3D Mark Score	2,647	2,692+2%
Architecture	GCN 1.0	Fermi
Process Node	28 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	768+71%	448
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.267 TFLOPS+23%	1.028 TFLOPS
ROPs	32	48+50%
TMUs	48	56+17%
L1 Cache	192 KB	896 KB+367%
L2 Cache	512 KB	768 KB+50%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro R5000	Quadro 6000
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 R5000 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro 6000 has 6 GB. The Quadro 6000 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (FirePro R5000) vs 768 KB (Quadro 6000) — the Quadro 6000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	FirePro R5000	Quadro 6000
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	6 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	512 KB	768 KB+50%

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro R5000 draws 150W versus the Quadro 6000's 204W — a 30.5% difference. The FirePro R5000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro R5000) vs 350W (Quadro 6000). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	FirePro R5000	Quadro 6000
TDP	150W-26%	204W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	279mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	1	—
Temp (Load)	85°C	—
Perf/Watt	17.6+33%	13.2

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Value Analysis

The FirePro R5000 launched at $1099 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Quadro 6000 launched at $4399 and now averages $150. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 17.6 (FirePro R5000) vs 17.9 (Quadro 6000) — the Quadro 6000 offers 1.7% better value. The FirePro R5000 is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2010).