FirePro S9050
VS
RTXA5000-24Q

FirePro S9050 vs RTXA5000-24Q

FirePro S9050

2014Core: 900 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

RTXA5000-24Q

2021Core: 1170 MHzBoost: 1695 MHz

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 S9050 is positioned at rank 271 and the RTXA5000-24Q is on rank 331, so the FirePro S9050 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 S9050

#108
Quadro M6000
MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500
96%
#109
Quadro M6000 24GB
MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600
95%
#110
Quadro GV100
MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999
86%
#256
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
6030%
#271
FirePro S9050
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825
100%
#272
FirePro R5000
MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150
98%
#273
GRID M6-8Q
MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100
97%
#276
GRID K120Q
MSRP: $125|Avg: $20
96%
#278
Tesla M60
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $250
95%
#279
FirePro V7900
MSRP: $999|Avg: $120
92%
#280
GRID P6-4Q
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150
90%
#281
GRID M60-8A
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120
90%
#283
Quadro K4000
MSRP: $1269|Avg: $100
87%
#286
GRID P4-2Q
MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235
86%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar RTXA5000-24Q

#117
L40
MSRP: $31000|Avg: $8174
81%
#316
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
11452%
#331
RTXA5000-24Q
MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100
100%
#333
GRID P40-1Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
99%
#334
Tesla M10
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500
98%
#335
Tesla C2050
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $95
98%
#336
FirePro S10000
MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500
98%
#337
Quadro FX 3450
MSRP: $119|Avg: $30
97%
#338
GRID P40-24Q
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $200
96%
#339
Quadro 4000
MSRP: $1199|Avg: $30
95%
#340
FireStream 9250
MSRP: $999|Avg: $49
91%
#341
GRID P40-3Q
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699
89%
#342
GRID M10-2Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150
84%
#343
Tesla K80
MSRP: $5000|Avg: $50
83%
#344
GRID M10-4Q
MSRP: $2805|Avg: $340
82%
#346
GRID M10-8Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500
81%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The RTXA5000-24Q is significantly newer (2021 vs 2014). The RTXA5000-24Q likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro S9050 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FirePro S9050 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RTXA5000-24Q.

InsightFirePro S9050RTXA5000-24Q
Performance
Leading raw performance (+2%)
Lower raw frame rates (-2%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+100%)
❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Case Fit
Standard Size (254mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The FirePro S9050 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $1,825 versus $2,100 for the RTXA5000-24Q, it costs 13% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 17.4% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightFirePro S9050RTXA5000-24Q
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+17.4%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($1,825)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($2,100)

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 S9050 and RTXA5000-24Q

AMD

FirePro S9050

The FirePro S9050 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 7 2014. 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: 4,901 points.

NVIDIA

RTXA5000-24Q

The RTXA5000-24Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1170 MHz to 1695 MHz. It has 8192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 230W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 64 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,803 points.

Graphics Performance

The FirePro S9050 scores 4,901 and the RTXA5000-24Q reaches 4,803 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro S9050 is built on GCN 1.0 while the RTXA5000-24Q uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 1,792 (FirePro S9050) vs 8,192 (RTXA5000-24Q). Raw compute: 3.226 TFLOPS (FirePro S9050) vs 27.77 TFLOPS (RTXA5000-24Q).

FeatureFirePro S9050RTXA5000-24Q
G3D Mark Score
4,901+2%
4,803
Architecture
GCN 1.0
Ampere
Process Node
28 nm
8 nm
Shading Units
1792
8192+357%
Compute (TFLOPS)
3.226 TFLOPS
27.77 TFLOPS+761%
ROPs
32
96+200%
TMUs
112
256+129%
L1 Cache
0.44 MB
8 MB+1718%
L2 Cache
0.75 MB
6 MB+700%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureFirePro S9050RTXA5000-24Q
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
NVIDIA Reflex
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro S9050 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the RTXA5000-24Q has 2 GB. The FirePro S9050 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.75 MB (FirePro S9050) vs 6 MB (RTXA5000-24Q) — the RTXA5000-24Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureFirePro S9050RTXA5000-24Q
VRAM Capacity
4 GB+100%
2 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
64-bit
L2 Cache
0.75 MB
6 MB+700%
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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro S9050 draws 225W versus the RTXA5000-24Q's 230W — a 2.2% difference. The FirePro S9050 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro S9050) vs 350W (RTXA5000-24Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

FeatureFirePro S9050RTXA5000-24Q
TDP
225W-2%
230W
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
PCIe-powered
Length
254mm
Height
111mm
Slots
2
Temp (Load)
90°C
Perf/Watt
21.8+4%
20.9
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Value Analysis

The FirePro S9050 launched at $1999 MSRP and currently averages $1825, while the RTXA5000-24Q launched at $3721 and now averages $2100. The FirePro S9050 costs 13.1% less ($275 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 2.7 (FirePro S9050) vs 2.3 (RTXA5000-24Q) — the FirePro S9050 offers 17.4% better value. The RTXA5000-24Q is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2014).

FeatureFirePro S9050RTXA5000-24Q
MSRP
$1999-46%
$3721
Avg Price (30d)
$1825-13%
$2100
Performance per Dollar
2.7+17%
2.3
Codename
Tahiti
GA102
Release
August 7 2014
April 12 2021
Ranking
#446
#53