FirePro W8000 vs GeForce GTX 1650

FirePro W8000

2012Core: 900 MHz

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro W8000

225

4,259

0.0%

Radeon RX 550X

Radeon HD 6970

Mobility Radeon HD 5870 Crossfire

7,869

+84.8%

GeForce GTX 880M SLI

GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448

GeForce GTX 960

GeForce GTX 1650 (móvel)

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

GeForce GTX 1080

GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER

GeForce RTX 3070 Ti

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 W8000 is positioned at rank #260 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 W8000

#107

Quadro P6000

MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500

97%

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

88%

#245

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

5554%

#260

FirePro W8000

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599

100%

#261

Quadro K2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

99%

#262

GRID P4-8Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $200

99%

#264

FirePro 3D V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $30

97%

#265

GRID P40-8Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

94%

#266

GRID M3-3020

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

94%

#267

GRID M40

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

94%

#268

FirePro V3800

MSRP: $129|Avg: $12

94%

#269

FirePro V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $15

93%

#270

FirePro 3D V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $40

92%

#271

FirePro S9050

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825

92%

#272

FirePro R5000

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150

91%

#273

GRID M6-8Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

89%

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 GeForce GTX 1650 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2012). The GeForce GTX 1650 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro W8000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 84.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro W8000.

Insight	FirePro W8000	GeForce GTX 1650
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-84.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+84.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
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 (279mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $1,599 for the FirePro W8000, it costs 95% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 3839.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro W8000	GeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+3839.1%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,599)	✅More affordable ($75)

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 W8000 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1650 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro W8000 and GeForce GTX 1650

FirePro W8000

The FirePro W8000 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 14 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 900 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,259 points. Launch price was $1,599.

GeForce GTX 1650

The GeForce GTX 1650 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 23 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1485 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,869 points. Launch price was $149.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the FirePro W8000 scores 4,259 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 84.8%. The FirePro W8000 is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 1,792 (FirePro W8000) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 3.226 TFLOPS (FirePro W8000) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650).

Feature	FirePro W8000	GeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score	4,259	7,869+85%
Architecture	GCN 1.0	Turing
Process Node	28 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	1792+100%	896
Compute (TFLOPS)	3.226 TFLOPS+8%	2.984 TFLOPS
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	112+100%	56
L1 Cache	448 KB	896 KB+100%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	1 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro W8000	GeForce GTX 1650
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)

Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (FirePro W8000) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	FirePro W8000	GeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	1 MB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FirePro W8000) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 3.

Feature	FirePro W8000	GeForce GTX 1650
DirectX	12	12
Vulkan	1.2	1.4+17%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	6+100%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0 (FirePro W8000) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: UVD 3.2 vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro W8000) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).

Feature	FirePro W8000	GeForce GTX 1650
Encoder	VCE 1.0	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder	UVD 3.2	NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro W8000 draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 100% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro W8000) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 279mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 58°C vs 70°C.

Feature	FirePro W8000	GeForce GTX 1650
TDP	225W	75W-67%
Recommended PSU	350W	300W-14%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	None
Length	279mm	229mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	58°C-17%	70°C
Perf/Watt	18.9	104.9+455%

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Value Analysis

The FirePro W8000 launched at $1599 MSRP and currently averages $1599, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 95.3% less ($1524 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 2.7 (FirePro W8000) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 3785.2% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2012).