
FirePro V9800 vs GeForce GTX 560

FirePro V9800
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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 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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro V9800
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 560 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.5% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FirePro V9800 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | FirePro V9800 | GeForce GTX 560 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.5%) |
| 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 (267mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 560 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 560 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $250), it costs 88% less, resulting in a 745.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro V9800 | GeForce GTX 560 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+745.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($250) | ✅More affordable ($30) |
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 V9800 and GeForce GTX 560

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 560
The GeForce GTX 560 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 810 MHz. It has 336 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,768 points. Launch price was $199.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro V9800 scores 2,727 and the GeForce GTX 560 reaches 2,768 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro V9800 is built on TeraScale 3 while the GeForce GTX 560 uses Fermi 2.0, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 1,280 (FirePro V9800) vs 336 (GeForce GTX 560). Raw compute: 1.856 TFLOPS (FirePro V9800) vs 1.089 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 560).
| Feature | FirePro V9800 | GeForce GTX 560 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,727 | 2,768+2% |
| Architecture | TeraScale 3 | Fermi 2.0 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 1280+281% | 336 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.856 TFLOPS+70% | 1.089 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 80+43% | 56 |
| L1 Cache | 320 KB | 448 KB+40% |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro V9800 | GeForce GTX 560 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The FirePro V9800 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 560 has 1 GB. The FirePro V9800 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | FirePro V9800 | GeForce GTX 560 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+300% | 1 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Media & Encoding
Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro V9800) vs H.264 (GeForce GTX 560).
| Feature | FirePro V9800 | GeForce GTX 560 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | — |
| Decoder | UVD 2.3 | — |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264 |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro V9800 draws 150W versus the GeForce GTX 560's 150W — a 0% difference. The GeForce GTX 560 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro V9800) vs 500W (GeForce GTX 560). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 6-pin.
| Feature | FirePro V9800 | GeForce GTX 560 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-30% | 500W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 2x 6-pin |
| Length | 267mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 18.2 | 18.5+2% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro V9800 launched at $3499 MSRP and currently averages $250, while the GeForce GTX 560 launched at $199 and now averages $30. The GeForce GTX 560 costs 88% less ($220 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 10.9 (FirePro V9800) vs 92.3 (GeForce GTX 560) — the GeForce GTX 560 offers 746.8% better value.
| Feature | FirePro V9800 | GeForce GTX 560 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3499 | $199-94% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $250 | $30-88% |
| Performance per Dollar | 10.9 | 92.3+747% |
| Codename | Cayman | GF114 |
| Release | May 24 2011 | May 17 2011 |
| Ranking | #656 | #605 |
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