FirePro W8000 vs Radeon HD 7800-serie

FirePro W8000

2012Core: 900 MHz

Radeon HD 7800-serie

2012Core: 1000 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro W8000

225

4,259

+5.7%

Radeon RX 550X

Radeon HD 6970

Mobility Radeon HD 5870 Crossfire

4,029

0.0%

Radeon HD 6870

Radeon RX 550

Radeon R7 360

Radeon RX 550 (móvel)

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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FirePro W8000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 7800-serie.

Insight	FirePro W8000	Radeon HD 7800-serie
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+5.7%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	Standard Size (279mm)	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon HD 7800-serie offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 7800-serie holds the technical lead. Priced at $60 (vs $1,599), it costs 96% less, resulting in a 2421.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro W8000	Radeon HD 7800-serie
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+2421.1%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,599)	✅More affordable ($60)

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

Radeon HD 7800-serie Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro W8000 and Radeon HD 7800-serie

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.

Radeon HD 7800-serie

The Radeon HD 7800-serie is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 5 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 1000 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,029 points. Launch price was $349.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the FirePro W8000 scores 4,259 versus the Radeon HD 7800-serie's 4,029 — the FirePro W8000 leads by 5.7%. The FirePro W8000 is built on GCN 1.0 while the Radeon HD 7800-serie uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,792 (FirePro W8000) vs 1,280 (Radeon HD 7800-serie). Raw compute: 3.226 TFLOPS (FirePro W8000) vs 2.56 TFLOPS (Radeon HD 7800-serie).

Feature	FirePro W8000	Radeon HD 7800-serie
G3D Mark Score	4,259+6%	4,029
Architecture	GCN 1.0	GCN 1.0
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1792+40%	1280
Compute (TFLOPS)	3.226 TFLOPS+26%	2.56 TFLOPS
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	112+40%	80
L1 Cache	448 KB+40%	320 KB
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro W8000	Radeon HD 7800-serie
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro W8000 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 7800-serie has 2 GB. The FirePro W8000 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 256-bit.

Feature	FirePro W8000	Radeon HD 7800-serie
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	256-bit+300%
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro W8000 draws 225W versus the Radeon HD 7800-serie's 200W — a 11.8% difference. The Radeon HD 7800-serie is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro W8000) vs 500W (Radeon HD 7800-serie). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 6-pin.

Feature	FirePro W8000	Radeon HD 7800-serie
TDP	225W	200W-11%
Recommended PSU	350W-30%	500W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	2x 6-pin
Length	279mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	58°C	—
Perf/Watt	18.9	20.1+6%

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Value Analysis

The FirePro W8000 launched at $1599 MSRP and currently averages $1599, while the Radeon HD 7800-serie launched at $349 and now averages $60. The Radeon HD 7800-serie costs 96.2% less ($1539 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 2.7 (FirePro W8000) vs 67.2 (Radeon HD 7800-serie) — the Radeon HD 7800-serie offers 2388.9% better value.