FirePro S9000 vs Tesla K8
FirePro S9000
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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 S9000 is positioned at rank 291 and the Tesla K8 is on rank 208, so the Tesla K8 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro S9000
Performance Per Dollar Tesla K8
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Tesla K8 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% 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 | Tesla K8 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Tesla K8 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Tesla K8 holds the technical lead. Priced at $100 (vs $156), it costs 36% less, resulting in a 57.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro S9000 | Tesla K8 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+57.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($156) | ✅More affordable ($100) |
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 Tesla K8
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.
Tesla K8
The Tesla K8 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 16 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 693 MHz to 811 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,111 points.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro S9000 scores 5,059 and the Tesla K8 reaches 5,111 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro S9000 is built on GCN 1.0 while the Tesla K8 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,792 (FirePro S9000) vs 1,536 (Tesla K8). Raw compute: 3.226 TFLOPS (FirePro S9000) vs 2.491 TFLOPS (Tesla K8).
| Feature | FirePro S9000 | Tesla K8 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,059 | 5,111+1% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1792+17% | 1536 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 3.226 TFLOPS+30% | 2.491 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 112 | 128+14% |
| L1 Cache | 448 KB+250% | 128 KB |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+50% | 512 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro S9000 | Tesla K8 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 GDDR6. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 768 KB (FirePro S9000) vs 512 KB (Tesla K8) — the FirePro S9000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | FirePro S9000 | Tesla K8 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+50% | 512 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro S9000 draws 225W versus the Tesla K8's 100W — a 76.9% difference. The Tesla K8 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro S9000) vs 350W (Tesla K8). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | FirePro S9000 | Tesla K8 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 100W-56% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 267mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 90°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 22.5 | 51.1+127% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro S9000 launched at $2499 MSRP and currently averages $156, while the Tesla K8 launched at $1000 and now averages $100. The Tesla K8 costs 35.9% less ($56 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 32.4 (FirePro S9000) vs 51.1 (Tesla K8) — the Tesla K8 offers 57.7% better value. The Tesla K8 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2012).
| Feature | FirePro S9000 | Tesla K8 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2499 | $1000-60% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $156 | $100-36% |
| Performance per Dollar | 32.4 | 51.1+58% |
| Codename | Tahiti | GK104 |
| Release | August 24 2012 | September 16 2014 |
| Ranking | #441 | #515 |
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