FirePro V9800 vs GRID K2
FirePro V9800
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GRID K2
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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 V9800 is positioned at rank 368 and the GRID K2 is on rank 381, so the FirePro V9800 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro V9800
Performance Per Dollar GRID K2
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID K2 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% 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 | GRID K2 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GRID K2 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GRID K2 holds the technical lead. Priced at $80 (vs $250), it costs 68% less, resulting in a 213.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro V9800 | GRID K2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+213.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($250) | ✅More affordable ($80) |
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 GRID K2
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.
GRID K2
The GRID K2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 11 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,737 points. Launch price was $5,199.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro V9800 scores 2,727 and the GRID K2 reaches 2,737 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro V9800 is built on TeraScale 3 while the GRID K2 uses Kepler, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (FirePro V9800) vs 1,536 (GRID K2). Raw compute: 1.856 TFLOPS (FirePro V9800) vs 2.289 TFLOPS ×2 (GRID K2).
| Feature | FirePro V9800 | GRID K2 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,727 | 2,737 |
| Architecture | TeraScale 3 | Kepler |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1280 | 1536 ×2+20% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.856 TFLOPS | 2.289 TFLOPS ×2+23% |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 ×2 |
| TMUs | 80 | 128 ×2+60% |
| L1 Cache | 320 KB+150% | 128 KB |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro V9800 | GRID K2 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The FirePro V9800 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GRID K2 has 2 GB. The FirePro V9800 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | FirePro V9800 | GRID K2 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+100% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro V9800 draws 150W versus the GRID K2's 225W — a 40% difference. The FirePro V9800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro V9800) vs 350W (GRID K2). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | FirePro V9800 | GRID K2 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W-33% | 225W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 267mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 18.2+49% | 12.2 |
Value Analysis
The FirePro V9800 launched at $3499 MSRP and currently averages $250, while the GRID K2 launched at $5199 and now averages $80. The GRID K2 costs 68% less ($170 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 10.9 (FirePro V9800) vs 34.2 (GRID K2) — the GRID K2 offers 213.8% better value. The GRID K2 is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2011).
| Feature | FirePro V9800 | GRID K2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3499-33% | $5199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $250 | $80-68% |
| Performance per Dollar | 10.9 | 34.2+214% |
| Codename | Cayman | GK104 |
| Release | May 24 2011 | May 11 2013 |
| Ranking | #656 | #611 |
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