FirePro V7800 vs GeForce GTX 460 v2

FirePro V7800

2011Core: 725 MHz

GeForce GTX 460 v2

2011Core: 779 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro V7800

150

2,028

+0.6%

Radeon HD 4850 X2

Radeon Vega 6 Ryzen 3 3300U

Radeon R9 M275X / M375

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB

GeForce GTX 460 v2

160

2,016

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1650 Ti with Max-Q Design

GeForce GTX 980

GeForce GTX 1080

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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 V7800 is positioned at rank #257 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 FirePro V7800

#106

L40S

MSRP: $7500|Avg: $7500

100%

#107

Quadro P6000

MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500

97%

#240

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

5533%

#256

Quadro K2000D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

100%

#257

FirePro V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $96

100%

#258

FirePro W8000

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599

100%

#259

GRID P4-8Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $200

99%

#260

Quadro K2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

99%

#262

FirePro 3D V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $30

96%

#263

GRID M3-3020

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

94%

#264

GRID P40-8Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

94%

#265

GRID M40

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

94%

#266

FirePro V3800

MSRP: $129|Avg: $12

93%

#267

FirePro V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $15

93%

#268

FirePro 3D V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $40

92%

#269

FirePro S9050

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825

92%

#270

FirePro R5000

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FirePro V7800 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.6% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (4 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 460 v2.

Insight	FirePro V7800	GeForce GTX 460 v2
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.6%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+300%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	Standard Size (254mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 460 v2 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 460 v2 holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $96), it costs 48% less, resulting in a 90.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro V7800	GeForce GTX 460 v2
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+90.9%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($96)	✅More affordable ($50)

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 V7800 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro V7800 and GeForce GTX 460 v2

FirePro V7800

The FirePro V7800 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: 2,028 points.

GeForce GTX 460 v2

The GeForce GTX 460 v2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 24 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 779 MHz. It has 336 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,016 points. Launch price was $199.

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Graphics Performance

The FirePro V7800 scores 2,028 and the GeForce GTX 460 v2 reaches 2,016 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro V7800 is built on TeraScale 3 while the GeForce GTX 460 v2 uses Fermi 2.0, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 1,280 (FirePro V7800) vs 336 (GeForce GTX 460 v2). Raw compute: 1.856 TFLOPS (FirePro V7800) vs 1.046 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 460 v2).

Feature	FirePro V7800	GeForce GTX 460 v2
G3D Mark Score	2,028	2,016
Architecture	TeraScale 3	Fermi 2.0
Process Node	40 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	1280+281%	336
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.856 TFLOPS+77%	1.046 TFLOPS
ROPs	32+33%	24
TMUs	80+43%	56
L1 Cache	320 KB	448 KB+40%
L2 Cache	512 KB+33%	384 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro V7800	GeForce GTX 460 v2
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro V7800 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 460 v2 has 1 GB. The FirePro V7800 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (FirePro V7800) vs 384 KB (GeForce GTX 460 v2) — the FirePro V7800 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	FirePro V7800	GeForce GTX 460 v2
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+300%	1 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	512 KB+33%	384 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.2 (FirePro V7800) vs 12 (FL 11_0) (GeForce GTX 460 v2). OpenGL: 4.4 vs 4.1. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

Feature	FirePro V7800	GeForce GTX 460 v2
DirectX	11.2	12 (FL 11_0)+7%
OpenGL	4.4+7%	4.1
Max Displays	3+50%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (FirePro V7800) vs Legacy (GeForce GTX 460 v2). Decoder: UVD 2.3 vs PureVideo VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro V7800) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 460 v2).

Feature	FirePro V7800	GeForce GTX 460 v2
Encoder	None	Legacy
Decoder	UVD 2.3	PureVideo VP4
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro V7800 draws 150W versus the GeForce GTX 460 v2's 160W — a 6.5% difference. The FirePro V7800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro V7800) vs 450W (GeForce GTX 460 v2). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 6-pin. Card length: 254mm vs 210mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	FirePro V7800	GeForce GTX 460 v2
TDP	150W-6%	160W
Recommended PSU	350W-22%	450W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	2x 6-pin
Length	254mm	210mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	—
Perf/Watt	13.5+7%	12.6

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Value Analysis

The FirePro V7800 launched at $759 MSRP and currently averages $96, while the GeForce GTX 460 v2 launched at $199 and now averages $50. The GeForce GTX 460 v2 costs 47.9% less ($46 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 21.1 (FirePro V7800) vs 40.3 (GeForce GTX 460 v2) — the GeForce GTX 460 v2 offers 91% better value.