FirePro V8800 vs GeForce GTX 460

FirePro V8800

2010Core: 690 MHz

GeForce GTX 460

2010Core: 675 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro V8800

2,281

+0.3%

Radeon HD 6770

Radeon Vega 10

Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 5 3500U

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB

GeForce GTX 460

160

2,275

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1650 (móvel)

GeForce RTX 3050 A Laptop GPU

RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 3060 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 V8800 is positioned at rank #319 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 V8800

#304

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

9719%

#319

FirePro V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $100

100%

#320

Quadro K6000

MSRP: $5265|Avg: $300

100%

#321

NVS 510

MSRP: $449|Avg: $15

99%

#322

GRID M60-1Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $50

97%

#323

GRID K280Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50

93%

#324

FirePro M2000

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

93%

#325

Tesla K20c

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500

91%

#326

GRID M6-1Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

91%

#327

Quadro FX 380

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

90%

#328

Tesla C2050 / C2070

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30

90%

#329

FirePro M7740

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

88%

#330

Quadro FX 570

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

86%

#331

RTXA5000-24Q

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100

85%

#332

GRID P40-1Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

84%

#334

Tesla M10

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

84%

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 V8800 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score and 433.3% more VRAM (4 GB vs 768 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 460.

Insight	FirePro V8800	GeForce GTX 460
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+433.3%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 460 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 460 holds the technical lead. Priced at $25 (vs $100), it costs 75% less, resulting in a 298.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro V8800	GeForce GTX 460
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+298.9%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100)	✅More affordable ($25)

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 V8800 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 460 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro V8800 and GeForce GTX 460

FirePro V8800

The FirePro V8800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 26 2010. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 690 MHz. It has 800 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 74W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,281 points. Launch price was $479.

GeForce GTX 460

The GeForce GTX 460 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 12 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 675 MHz. It has 336 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,275 points. Launch price was $229.

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Graphics Performance

The FirePro V8800 scores 2,281 and the GeForce GTX 460 reaches 2,275 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro V8800 is built on TeraScale 2 while the GeForce GTX 460 uses Fermi, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 800 (FirePro V8800) vs 336 (GeForce GTX 460). Raw compute: 1.104 TFLOPS (FirePro V8800) vs 0.9072 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 460).

Feature	FirePro V8800	GeForce GTX 460
G3D Mark Score	2,281	2,275
Architecture	TeraScale 2	Fermi
Process Node	40 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	800+138%	336
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.104 TFLOPS+22%	0.9072 TFLOPS
ROPs	16	32+100%
TMUs	40	56+40%
L1 Cache	80 KB	448 KB+460%
L2 Cache	256 KB	512 KB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro V8800	GeForce GTX 460
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 V8800 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 460 has 768 MB. The FirePro V8800 offers 433.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 256 KB (FirePro V8800) vs 512 KB (GeForce GTX 460) — the GeForce GTX 460 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	FirePro V8800	GeForce GTX 460
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+433%	0.75 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	256 KB	512 KB+100%

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Media & Encoding

Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro V8800) vs H.264 (GeForce GTX 460).

Feature	FirePro V8800	GeForce GTX 460
Encoder	None	—
Decoder	UVD 2.3	—
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro V8800 draws 74W versus the GeForce GTX 460's 160W — a 73.5% difference. The FirePro V8800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro V8800) vs 450W (GeForce GTX 460). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 6-pin.

Feature	FirePro V8800	GeForce GTX 460
TDP	74W-54%	160W
Recommended PSU	350W-22%	450W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	2x 6-pin
Length	267mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	85°C	—
Perf/Watt	30.8+117%	14.2

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Value Analysis

The FirePro V8800 launched at $1499 MSRP and currently averages $100, while the GeForce GTX 460 launched at $199 and now averages $25. The GeForce GTX 460 costs 75% less ($75 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 22.8 (FirePro V8800) vs 91.0 (GeForce GTX 460) — the GeForce GTX 460 offers 299.1% better value.