FirePro RG220 vs GeForce 8800 GS

FirePro RG220

2013Core: 825 MHz

GeForce 8800 GS

2008Core: 500 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro RG220

150

335

+1.5%

Mobility Radeon HD 5430

330

0.0%

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop 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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce 8800 GS

#619

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

4935%

#621

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

4474%

#622

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

4462%

#626

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

4057%

#627

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

4030%

#629

GeForce 8800 GS

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

100%

#631

Mobility Radeon X1700

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

97%

#632

GeForce 9800 GTX+

MSRP: $229|Avg: $50

97%

#633

GeForce 9300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $20

96%

#634

Mobility Radeon HD 560v

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

96%

#635

Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

MSRP: $899|Avg: $400

95%

#636

GeForce 8400M G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

95%

#637

GeForce 8400M GS

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

95%

#638

Mobility Radeon HD 2400 XT

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

95%

#639

GeForce 9100

MSRP: $40|Avg: $5

93%

#640

GeForce 9600M GT

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

93%

#641

GeForce 8300

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

93%

#642

Mobility Radeon HD 3430

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

91%

#643

Mobility Radeon HD serie 4200

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

90%

#644

GeForce 9500 GS

MSRP: $110|Avg: $10

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FirePro RG220 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.5% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce 8800 GS offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	FirePro RG220	GeForce 8800 GS
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.5%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+50%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The FirePro RG220 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro RG220 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $40), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 103% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro RG220	GeForce 8800 GS
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+103%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($20)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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 RG220 Benchmark Check

GeForce 8800 GS Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro RG220 and GeForce 8800 GS

FirePro RG220

The FirePro RG220 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: 335 points. Launch price was $1,099.

GeForce 8800 GS

The GeForce 8800 GS is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 15 2008. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 500 MHz. It has 224 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 330 points.

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Graphics Performance

The FirePro RG220 scores 335 and the GeForce 8800 GS reaches 330 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro RG220 is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce 8800 GS uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 768 (FirePro RG220) vs 224 (GeForce 8800 GS).

Feature	FirePro RG220	GeForce 8800 GS
G3D Mark Score	335+2%	330
Architecture	GCN 1.0	G9x
Process Node	28 nm	65 nm
Shading Units	768+243%	224

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro RG220	GeForce 8800 GS
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 RG220 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 8800 GS has 768 MB. The GeForce 8800 GS offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	FirePro RG220	GeForce 8800 GS
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.75 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 10.1 (FirePro RG220) vs 10.0 (GeForce 8800 GS). Vulkan: N/A vs None. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.

Feature	FirePro RG220	GeForce 8800 GS
DirectX	10.1	10.0
Vulkan	N/A	None
OpenGL	3.3	3.3
Max Displays	2	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (FirePro RG220) vs No (GeForce 8800 GS). Decoder: None vs PureVideo HD VP2.

Feature	FirePro RG220	GeForce 8800 GS
Encoder	None	No
Decoder	None	PureVideo HD VP2
Codecs		MPEG-2,H.264

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro RG220 draws 150W versus the GeForce 8800 GS's 150W — a 0% difference. The GeForce 8800 GS is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro RG220) vs 350W (GeForce 8800 GS). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy. Card length: 170mm vs 229mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: Unknown vs 85°C.

Feature	FirePro RG220	GeForce 8800 GS
TDP	150W	150W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Legacy
Length	170mm	229mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	1	1
Temp (Load)	Unknown-100%	85°C
Perf/Watt	2.2	2.2

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Value Analysis

The FirePro RG220 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce 8800 GS launched at $150 and now averages $40. The FirePro RG220 costs 50% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 16.8 (FirePro RG220) vs 8.3 (GeForce 8800 GS) — the FirePro RG220 offers 102.4% better value. The FirePro RG220 is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).