FirePro W5000 vs GRID K280Q

CPU

GPU

FirePro W5000

2012Core: 825 MHz

GRID K280Q

2013Core: 745 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro W5000

2,967

+4.5%

2,840

0.0%

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

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 K280Q is on rank 323, so the FirePro W5000 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 W5000

#92

RTX A6000

MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500

99%

#93

Quadro RTX A6000

MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500

99%

#94

RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $4799

89%

#201

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

2984%

#216

FirePro W5000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $40

100%

#219

FirePro W7000 Adapter

MSRP: $899|Avg: $15

99%

#220

Quadro K420

MSRP: $150|Avg: $20

98%

#223

FirePro W7000

MSRP: $899|Avg: $50

97%

#224

Radeon R7 PRO A10-9700

MSRP: $169|Avg: $100

96%

#226

FirePro D500

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

92%

#227

FirePro 3D V4800

MSRP: $189|Avg: $20

91%

#231

GRID T4-2Q

MSRP: $845|Avg: $600

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GRID K280Q

#308

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

10404%

#323

GRID K280Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50

100%

#324

FirePro M2000

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

100%

#325

Tesla K20c

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500

98%

#326

GRID M6-1Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

97%

#327

Quadro FX 380

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

96%

#328

Tesla C2050 / C2070

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30

96%

#329

FirePro M7740

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

94%

#330

Quadro FX 570

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

92%

#331

RTXA5000-24Q

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100

91%

#332

GRID P40-1Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

90%

#334

Tesla M10

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

89%

#335

Tesla C2050

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $95

89%

#336

FirePro S10000

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500

89%

#337

Quadro FX 3450

MSRP: $119|Avg: $30

88%

#338

GRID P40-24Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $200

87%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FirePro W5000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4.5% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID K280Q.

Insight	FirePro W5000	GRID K280Q
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+4.5%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-4.5%)
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	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The FirePro W5000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro W5000 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $50), it costs 20% less, resulting in a 30.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro W5000	GRID K280Q
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+30.6%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($40)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50)

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 W5000 Benchmark Check

GRID K280Q Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro W5000 and GRID K280Q

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 K280Q

The GRID K280Q 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: 2,840 points. Launch price was $1,875.

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Graphics Performance

The FirePro W5000 scores 2,967 and the GRID K280Q reaches 2,840 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 4.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro W5000 is built on GCN 1.0 while the GRID K280Q uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 768 (FirePro W5000) vs 1,536 (GRID K280Q). Raw compute: 1.267 TFLOPS (FirePro W5000) vs 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID K280Q).

Feature	FirePro W5000	GRID K280Q
G3D Mark Score	2,967+4%	2,840
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

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro W5000	GRID K280Q
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	FirePro W5000	GRID K280Q
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FirePro W5000) vs 11_0 (GRID K280Q). Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 0.

Feature	FirePro W5000	GRID K280Q
DirectX	12+9%	11_0
Max Displays	6	0

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro W5000 draws 75W versus the GRID K280Q's 225W — a 100% difference. The FirePro W5000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro W5000) vs 350W (GRID K280Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 183mm vs 1mm, occupying 1 vs 0 slots.

Feature	FirePro W5000	GRID K280Q
TDP	75W-67%	225W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	183mm	1mm
Height	111mm	—
Slots	1	0-100%
Temp (Load)	75°C	—
Perf/Watt	39.6+214%	12.6

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Value Analysis

The FirePro W5000 launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GRID K280Q launched at $2000 and now averages $50. The FirePro W5000 costs 20% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 74.2 (FirePro W5000) vs 56.8 (GRID K280Q) — the FirePro W5000 offers 30.6% better value. The GRID K280Q is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2012).