FirePro V9800
VS
GeForce GTX 560

FirePro V9800 vs GeForce GTX 560

FirePro V9800

2011Core: 725 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 560

2011Core: 810 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. 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 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.

InsightFirePro V9800GeForce 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.

InsightFirePro V9800GeForce 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

AMD

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.

NVIDIA

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).

FeatureFirePro V9800GeForce 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)

FeatureFirePro V9800GeForce 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
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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.

FeatureFirePro V9800GeForce 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).

FeatureFirePro V9800GeForce GTX 560
Encoder
None
Decoder
UVD 2.3
Codecs
H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2
H.264
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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.

FeatureFirePro V9800GeForce 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%
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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.

FeatureFirePro V9800GeForce 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