FirePro V7900 vs GeForce RTX 2060

FirePro V7900

2011Core: 725 MHz

GeForce RTX 2060

2019Core: 1365 MHzBoost: 1680 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro V7900

150

2,261

0.0%

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB

GeForce RTX 2060

160

14,114

+524.2%

GeForce GTX 1650

GeForce GTX TITAN Black

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

RTX 4000 Ada Generation

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti

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 V7900 is positioned at rank #279 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 V7900

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

93%

#111

Tesla P40

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150

92%

#112

GRID RTX6000-1Q

MSRP: $6299|Avg: $1500

88%

#113

Quadro RTX 8000

MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9999

88%

#264

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

6537%

#279

FirePro V7900

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

100%

#280

GRID P6-4Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

98%

#281

GRID M60-8A

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

98%

#283

Quadro K4000

MSRP: $1269|Avg: $100

95%

#285

GRID P4-2Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235

93%

#287

Tesla C2070

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $38

92%

#289

Quadro 2000 D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

92%

#290

FirePro V5900

MSRP: $599|Avg: $15

91%

#291

FirePro S9000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $156

89%

#294

GRID P40-4Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

88%

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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 2060 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2011). The GeForce RTX 2060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro V7900 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 2060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 524.2% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (6 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro V7900.

Insight	FirePro V7900	GeForce RTX 2060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-524.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+524.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (279mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $120 (vs $120), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 524.2% better value per dollar than the FirePro V7900.

Insight	FirePro V7900	GeForce RTX 2060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+524.2%)
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.

FirePro V7900 Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 2060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro V7900 and GeForce RTX 2060

FirePro V7900

The FirePro V7900 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: 2,261 points.

GeForce RTX 2060

The GeForce RTX 2060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 7 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1680 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 30 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 14,114 points. Launch price was $349.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the FirePro V7900 scores 2,261 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 524.2%. The FirePro V7900 is built on TeraScale 3 while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 40 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (FirePro V7900) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 1.856 TFLOPS (FirePro V7900) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060).

Feature	FirePro V7900	GeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score	2,261	14,114+524%
Architecture	TeraScale 3	Turing
Process Node	40 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	1280	1920+50%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.856 TFLOPS	6.451 TFLOPS+248%
ROPs	32	48+50%
TMUs	80	120+50%
L1 Cache	0.31 MB	1.9 MB+513%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	3 MB+500%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro V7900	GeForce RTX 2060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro V7900 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2060 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (FirePro V7900) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	FirePro V7900	GeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	6 GB+200%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	3 MB+500%

🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.2 (FirePro V7900) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). Vulkan: None vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.4 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	FirePro V7900	GeForce RTX 2060
DirectX	11.2	12 Ultimate (12_2)+7%
Vulkan	None	1.3
OpenGL	4.4	4.6+5%
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (FirePro V7900) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: UVD 3.1 vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2,MVC (FirePro V7900) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce RTX 2060).

Feature	FirePro V7900	GeForce RTX 2060
Encoder	None	NVENC (Turing)
Decoder	UVD 3.1	NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2,MVC	H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro V7900 draws 150W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 6.5% difference. The FirePro V7900 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro V7900) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 279mm vs 229mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 100°C vs 72.

Feature	FirePro V7900	GeForce RTX 2060
TDP	150W-6%	160W
Recommended PSU	350W-30%	500W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	8-pin
Length	279mm	229mm
Height	111mm	113mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	100°C	72-28%
Perf/Watt	15.1	88.2+484%

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Value Analysis

The FirePro V7900 launched at $999 MSRP and currently averages $120, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 18.8 (FirePro V7900) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 525.5% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2011).