FirePro V5700 vs GeForce 9600 GT
FirePro V5700
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GeForce 9600 GT
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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 V5700 is positioned at rank 368 and the GeForce 9600 GT is on rank 578, so the FirePro V5700 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro V5700
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9600 GT
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 9600 GT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FirePro V5700 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | FirePro V5700 | GeForce 9600 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 9600 GT offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 9600 GT holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $20), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 1.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro V5700 | GeForce 9600 GT |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of FirePro V5700 and GeForce 9600 GT
FirePro V5700
The FirePro V5700 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 24 2011. It features the TeraScale 3 architecture. The core clock speed is 725 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 465 points.
GeForce 9600 GT
The GeForce 9600 GT 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: 473 points.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro V5700 scores 465 and the GeForce 9600 GT reaches 473 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro V5700 is built on TeraScale 3 while the GeForce 9600 GT uses G9x, both on 40 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (FirePro V5700) vs 224 (GeForce 9600 GT).
| Feature | FirePro V5700 | GeForce 9600 GT |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 465 | 473+2% |
| Architecture | TeraScale 3 | G9x |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 1280+471% | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro V5700 | GeForce 9600 GT |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The FirePro V5700 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce 9600 GT has 1 GB. The FirePro V5700 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | FirePro V5700 | GeForce 9600 GT |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+300% | 1 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.1 (FirePro V5700) vs 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce 9600 GT). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | FirePro V5700 | GeForce 9600 GT |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.1 | 11.1 (10_0)+10% |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 3.3 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (FirePro V5700) vs PureVideo HD (GeForce 9600 GT). Decoder: UVD 2.2 vs PureVideo HD. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (FirePro V5700) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce 9600 GT).
| Feature | FirePro V5700 | GeForce 9600 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | PureVideo HD |
| Decoder | UVD 2.2 | PureVideo HD |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro V5700 draws 150W versus the GeForce 9600 GT's 150W — a 0% difference. The GeForce 9600 GT is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro V5700) vs 350W (GeForce 9600 GT). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy. Card length: 168mm vs 229mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 80.
| Feature | FirePro V5700 | GeForce 9600 GT |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Legacy |
| Length | 168mm | 229mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 75-6% | 80 |
| Perf/Watt | 3.1 | 3.2+3% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro V5700 launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce 9600 GT launched at $149 and now averages $20. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 23.3 (FirePro V5700) vs 23.6 (GeForce 9600 GT) — the GeForce 9600 GT offers 1.3% better value. The FirePro V5700 is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2008).
| Feature | FirePro V5700 | GeForce 9600 GT |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $599 | $149-75% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20 | $20 |
| Performance per Dollar | 23.3 | 23.6+1% |
| Codename | Cayman | NB9E-GTX |
| Release | May 24 2011 | July 15 2008 |
| Ranking | #656 | #825 |
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