FirePro V9800 vs Radeon RX 550

FirePro V9800

2011Core: 725 MHz

Radeon RX 550

2017Core: 1100 MHzBoost: 1183 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro V9800

150

2,727

+2.0%

Radeon Vega 10

Radeon R9 M360

Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U

Radeon RX Vega 11 PRD

2,674

0.0%

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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon RX 550 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2011). The Radeon RX 550 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro V9800 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FirePro V9800 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX 550.

Insight	FirePro V9800	Radeon RX 550
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 550 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon RX 550 holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $250), it costs 86% less, resulting in a 600.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro V9800	Radeon RX 550
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+600.4%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($250)	✅More affordable ($35)

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

Radeon RX 550 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro V9800 and Radeon RX 550

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.

Radeon RX 550

The Radeon RX 550 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 20 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1100 MHz to 1183 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,674 points. Launch price was $79.

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Graphics Performance

The FirePro V9800 scores 2,727 and the Radeon RX 550 reaches 2,674 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro V9800 is built on TeraScale 3 while the Radeon RX 550 uses GCN 4.0, both on 40 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (FirePro V9800) vs 512 (Radeon RX 550). Raw compute: 1.856 TFLOPS (FirePro V9800) vs 1.211 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 550).

Feature	FirePro V9800	Radeon RX 550
G3D Mark Score	2,727+2%	2,674
Architecture	TeraScale 3	GCN 4.0
Process Node	40 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	1280+150%	512
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.856 TFLOPS+53%	1.211 TFLOPS
ROPs	32+100%	16
TMUs	80+150%	32
L1 Cache	320 KB+150%	128 KB
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro V9800	Radeon RX 550
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	FirePro V9800	Radeon RX 550
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.2 (FirePro V9800) vs 12_0 (Radeon RX 550). Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 3.

Feature	FirePro V9800	Radeon RX 550
DirectX	11.2	12_0+7%
Max Displays	6+100%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (FirePro V9800) vs VCE 3.4 (Radeon RX 550). Decoder: UVD 2.3 vs UVD 6.3. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro V9800) vs H.264,H.265 (Radeon RX 550).

Feature	FirePro V9800	Radeon RX 550
Encoder	None	VCE 3.4
Decoder	UVD 2.3	UVD 6.3
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,H.265

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro V9800 draws 150W versus the Radeon RX 550's 50W — a 100% difference. The Radeon RX 550 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro V9800) vs 300W (Radeon RX 550). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 267mm vs 155mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	FirePro V9800	Radeon RX 550
TDP	150W	50W-67%
Recommended PSU	350W	300W-14%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	None
Length	267mm	155mm
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	—
Perf/Watt	18.2	53.5+194%

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Value Analysis

The FirePro V9800 launched at $3499 MSRP and currently averages $250, while the Radeon RX 550 launched at $79 and now averages $35. The Radeon RX 550 costs 86% less ($215 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 10.9 (FirePro V9800) vs 76.4 (Radeon RX 550) — the Radeon RX 550 offers 600.9% better value. The Radeon RX 550 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2011).