FirePro V9800 vs GeForce GTX 465

FirePro V9800

2011Core: 725 MHz

GeForce GTX 465

2010Core: 607 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro V9800

150

2,727

+2.8%

Radeon Vega 10

Radeon R9 M360

Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U

Radeon RX Vega 11 PRD

2,654

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 2060 12GB

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

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 V9800 is positioned at rank #368 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 V9800

#353

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

18940%

#368

FirePro V9800

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $250

100%

#369

FirePro V5700

MSRP: $599|Avg: $20

100%

#370

FirePro 3D V8750

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $500

91%

#371

FirePro 3D V7750

MSRP: $799|Avg: $20

87%

#372

GRID M10-2B

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $80

85%

#373

Quadro FX 370

MSRP: $129|Avg: $500

83%

#374

Quadro 6000

MSRP: $4399|Avg: $150

78%

#375

GRID M6-0B

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

78%

#376

RTXA5000-6Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500

78%

#377

GRID M10-1B

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150

77%

#378

Tesla K40c

MSRP: $7699|Avg: $500

74%

#379

Quadro FX 4800

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $80

72%

#380

Tesla M2090

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $40

72%

#381

GRID K2

MSRP: $5199|Avg: $80

68%

#382

GRID K180Q

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $1000

68%

#383

Quadro CX

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $500

60%

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 V9800 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.8% 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 465.

Insight	FirePro V9800	GeForce GTX 465
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2.8%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+300%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 465 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 465 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $250), it costs 84% less, resulting in a 508.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro V9800	GeForce GTX 465
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+508.3%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($250)	✅More affordable ($40)

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 V9800 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 465 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro V9800 and GeForce GTX 465

FirePro V9800

The FirePro V9800 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: 2,727 points.

GeForce GTX 465

The GeForce GTX 465 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 31 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 607 MHz. It has 352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,654 points. Launch price was $279.

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Graphics Performance

The FirePro V9800 scores 2,727 and the GeForce GTX 465 reaches 2,654 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro V9800 is built on TeraScale 3 while the GeForce GTX 465 uses Fermi, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 1,280 (FirePro V9800) vs 352 (GeForce GTX 465). Raw compute: 1.856 TFLOPS (FirePro V9800) vs 0.8554 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 465).

Feature	FirePro V9800	GeForce GTX 465
G3D Mark Score	2,727+3%	2,654
Architecture	TeraScale 3	Fermi
Process Node	40 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	1280+264%	352
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.856 TFLOPS+117%	0.8554 TFLOPS
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	80+82%	44
L1 Cache	320 KB	704 KB+120%
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro V9800	GeForce GTX 465
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 V9800 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 465 has 1 GB. The FirePro V9800 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 256-bit.

Feature	FirePro V9800	GeForce GTX 465
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+300%	1 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	256-bit+300%
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.2 (FirePro V9800) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 465). Vulkan: None vs N/A. OpenGL: 4.4 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 2.

Feature	FirePro V9800	GeForce GTX 465
DirectX	11.2	12 (11_0)+7%
Vulkan	None	N/A
OpenGL	4.4	4.5+2%
Max Displays	6+200%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (FirePro V9800) vs None (GeForce GTX 465). Decoder: UVD 2.3 vs VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro V9800) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 465).

Feature	FirePro V9800	GeForce GTX 465
Encoder	None	None
Decoder	UVD 2.3	VP4
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro V9800 draws 150W versus the GeForce GTX 465's 200W — a 28.6% difference. The FirePro V9800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro V9800) vs 550W (GeForce GTX 465). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 6-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 241mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 85.

Feature	FirePro V9800	GeForce GTX 465
TDP	150W-25%	200W
Recommended PSU	350W-36%	550W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	2x 6-pin
Length	267mm	241mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	85
Perf/Watt	18.2+37%	13.3

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Value Analysis

The FirePro V9800 launched at $3499 MSRP and currently averages $250, while the GeForce GTX 465 launched at $279 and now averages $40. The GeForce GTX 465 costs 84% less ($210 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 10.9 (FirePro V9800) vs 66.3 (GeForce GTX 465) — the GeForce GTX 465 offers 508.3% better value. The FirePro V9800 is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2010).