FirePro V8700
VS
RTXA5000-6Q

FirePro V8700 vs RTXA5000-6Q

FirePro V8700

2011Core: 725 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

RTXA5000-6Q

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 V8700 is positioned at rank 347 and the RTXA5000-6Q is on rank 374, so the FirePro V8700 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 V8700

#332
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
14343%
#347
FirePro V8700
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $170
100%
#348
Quadro FX 3800
MSRP: $799|Avg: $20
100%
#350
GRID K520
MSRP: $3599|Avg: $50
95%
#351
GRID P40-12Q
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699
94%
#352
FirePro 2270
MSRP: $149|Avg: $30
92%
#353
FirePro 2460
MSRP: $180|Avg: $10
91%
#355
FirePro 3D V5700
MSRP: $599|Avg: $25
88%
#356
Quadro FX 580
MSRP: $199|Avg: $500
88%
#357
GRID M60-1B
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120
87%
#359
FireStream 9270
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $20
86%
#360
Quadro 400
MSRP: $169|Avg: $500
85%
#361
FirePro 2260
MSRP: $129|Avg: $15
85%
#362
Quadro FX 380 LP
MSRP: $169|Avg: $15
83%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar RTXA5000-6Q

#357
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
24218%
#372
Quadro 6000
MSRP: $4399|Avg: $150
100%
#373
GRID M6-0B
MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100
100%
#374
RTXA5000-6Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500
100%
#375
GRID M10-1B
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150
98%
#376
Tesla K40c
MSRP: $7699|Avg: $500
95%
#377
Quadro FX 4800
MSRP: $1799|Avg: $80
92%
#378
Tesla M2090
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $40
92%
#379
GRID K180Q
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $1000
87%
#380
GRID K2
MSRP: $5199|Avg: $80
87%
#381
Quadro CX
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $500
77%
#382
GRID P100-8Q
MSRP: $7374|Avg: $550
72%
#383
Quadro FX 550
MSRP: $150|Avg: $10
70%
#384
Quadro FX 350
MSRP: $199|Avg: $15
70%
#385
Tesla M2070
MSRP: $3099|Avg: $50
69%
#386
GRID V100D-8Q
MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000
69%
#387
GRID M10-0Q
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150
66%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The RTXA5000-6Q is significantly newer (2021 vs 2011). The RTXA5000-6Q likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro V8700 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FirePro V8700 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.1% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RTXA5000-6Q.

InsightFirePro V8700RTXA5000-6Q
Performance
Leading raw performance (+1.1%)
Lower raw frame rates (-1.1%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013))
🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+700%)
❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit
Standard Size (254mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The FirePro V8700 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $170 versus $2,500 for the RTXA5000-6Q, it costs 93% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 1387% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightFirePro V8700RTXA5000-6Q
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+1387%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($170)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($2,500)

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 V8700 and RTXA5000-6Q

AMD

FirePro V8700

The FirePro V8700 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: 1,539 points.

NVIDIA

RTXA5000-6Q

The RTXA5000-6Q 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: 1,522 points.

Graphics Performance

The FirePro V8700 scores 1,539 and the RTXA5000-6Q reaches 1,522 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro V8700 is built on TeraScale 3 while the RTXA5000-6Q uses Ampere, both on 40 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (FirePro V8700) vs 8,192 (RTXA5000-6Q). Raw compute: 1.856 TFLOPS (FirePro V8700) vs 27.77 TFLOPS (RTXA5000-6Q).

FeatureFirePro V8700RTXA5000-6Q
G3D Mark Score
1,539+1%
1,522
Architecture
TeraScale 3
Ampere
Process Node
40 nm
8 nm
Shading Units
1280
8192+540%
Compute (TFLOPS)
1.856 TFLOPS
27.77 TFLOPS+1396%
ROPs
32
96+200%
TMUs
80
256+220%
L1 Cache
0.31 MB
8 MB+2481%
L2 Cache
0.5 MB
6 MB+1100%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureFirePro V8700RTXA5000-6Q
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 V8700 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the RTXA5000-6Q has 512 MB. The FirePro V8700 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (FirePro V8700) vs 6 MB (RTXA5000-6Q) — the RTXA5000-6Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureFirePro V8700RTXA5000-6Q
VRAM Capacity
4 GB+700%
0.5 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
64-bit
L2 Cache
0.5 MB
6 MB+1100%
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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro V8700 draws 150W versus the RTXA5000-6Q's 230W — a 42.1% difference. The FirePro V8700 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro V8700) vs 350W (RTXA5000-6Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

FeatureFirePro V8700RTXA5000-6Q
TDP
150W-35%
230W
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
PCIe-powered
Length
254mm
Height
111mm
Slots
2
Temp (Load)
60
Perf/Watt
10.3+56%
6.6
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Value Analysis

The FirePro V8700 launched at $1499 MSRP and currently averages $170, while the RTXA5000-6Q launched at $2500 and now averages $2500. The FirePro V8700 costs 93.2% less ($2330 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.1 (FirePro V8700) vs 0.6 (RTXA5000-6Q) — the FirePro V8700 offers 1416.7% better value. The RTXA5000-6Q is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2011).

FeatureFirePro V8700RTXA5000-6Q
MSRP
$1499-40%
$2500
Avg Price (30d)
$170-93%
$2500
Performance per Dollar
9.1+1417%
0.6
Codename
Cayman
GA102
Release
May 24 2011
April 12 2021
Ranking
#656
#53