
FirePro S9000 vs GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448

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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 S9000 is positioned at rank #291 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro S9000.
| Insight | FirePro S9000 | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $156), it costs 81% less, resulting in a 434.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro S9000 | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+434.5%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($156) | ✅More affordable ($30) |
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 S9000 and GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448

FirePro S9000
The FirePro S9000 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 24 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 900 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,059 points. Launch price was $2,499.

GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448
The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 29 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 732 MHz. It has 448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 210W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,200 points. Launch price was $289.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro S9000 scores 5,059 and the GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 reaches 5,200 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro S9000 is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 uses Fermi 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 1,792 (FirePro S9000) vs 448 (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448). Raw compute: 3.226 TFLOPS (FirePro S9000) vs 1.312 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448).
| Feature | FirePro S9000 | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,059 | 5,200+3% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Fermi 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 1792+300% | 448 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 3.226 TFLOPS+146% | 1.312 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32 | 40+25% |
| TMUs | 112+100% | 56 |
| L1 Cache | 448 KB | 896 KB+100% |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+20% | 640 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro S9000 | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: 128-bit vs 320-bit. L2 Cache: 768 KB (FirePro S9000) vs 640 KB (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) — the FirePro S9000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | FirePro S9000 | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 320-bit+150% |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+20% | 640 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (FirePro S9000) vs 12 (FL 11_0) (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.2. Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 3.
| Feature | FirePro S9000 | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 | 12 (FL 11_0) |
| OpenGL | 4.6+10% | 4.2 |
| Max Displays | 6+100% | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0 (FirePro S9000) vs UVD 4.0 (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448). Decoder: UVD 3.2 vs PureVideo VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2 (FirePro S9000) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448).
| Feature | FirePro S9000 | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | VCE 1.0 | UVD 4.0 |
| Decoder | UVD 3.2 | PureVideo VP4 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro S9000 draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448's 210W — a 6.9% difference. The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro S9000) vs 550W (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 6-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 90°C vs 76°C.
| Feature | FirePro S9000 | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 210W-7% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-36% | 550W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 2x 6-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 267mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 90°C | 76°C-16% |
| Perf/Watt | 22.5 | 24.8+10% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro S9000 launched at $2499 MSRP and currently averages $156, while the GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 launched at $289 and now averages $30. The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 costs 80.8% less ($126 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 32.4 (FirePro S9000) vs 173.3 (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) — the GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 offers 434.9% better value. The FirePro S9000 is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2011).
| Feature | FirePro S9000 | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2499 | $289-88% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $156 | $30-81% |
| Performance per Dollar | 32.4 | 173.3+435% |
| Codename | Tahiti | GF110 |
| Release | August 24 2012 | November 29 2011 |
| Ranking | #441 | #571 |
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