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FirePro W5000
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GRID K260Q
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The FirePro W5000 is positioned at rank 216 and the GRID K260Q is on rank 247, so the FirePro W5000 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro W5000
Performance Per Dollar GRID K260Q
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro W5000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID K260Q.
| Insight | FirePro W5000 | GRID K260Q |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GRID K260Q offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GRID K260Q holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $40), it costs 63% less, resulting in a 165% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro W5000 | GRID K260Q |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+165%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40) | ✅More affordable ($15) |
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 W5000 and GRID K260Q
FirePro W5000
The FirePro W5000 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 7 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 825 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,967 points. Launch price was $599.
GRID K260Q
The GRID K260Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 28 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,949 points. Launch price was $937.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro W5000 scores 2,967 and the GRID K260Q reaches 2,949 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro W5000 is built on GCN 1.0 while the GRID K260Q uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 768 (FirePro W5000) vs 1,536 (GRID K260Q). Raw compute: 1.267 TFLOPS (FirePro W5000) vs 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID K260Q).
| Feature | FirePro W5000 | GRID K260Q |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,967 | 2,949 |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 768 | 1536+100% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.267 TFLOPS | 2.289 TFLOPS+81% |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 48 | 128+167% |
| L1 Cache | 192 KB+50% | 128 KB |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro W5000 | GRID K260Q |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | FirePro W5000 | GRID K260Q |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro W5000 draws 75W versus the GRID K260Q's 225W — a 100% difference. The FirePro W5000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro W5000) vs 350W (GRID K260Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | FirePro W5000 | GRID K260Q |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W-67% | 225W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 183mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 39.6+202% | 13.1 |
Value Analysis
The FirePro W5000 launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GRID K260Q launched at $937 and now averages $15. The GRID K260Q costs 62.5% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 74.2 (FirePro W5000) vs 196.6 (GRID K260Q) — the GRID K260Q offers 165% better value. The GRID K260Q is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2012).
| Feature | FirePro W5000 | GRID K260Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $599-36% | $937 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | $15-63% |
| Performance per Dollar | 74.2 | 196.6+165% |
| Codename | Pitcairn | GK104 |
| Release | August 7 2012 | June 28 2013 |
| Ranking | #585 | #589 |
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