FirePro W9100 vs GeForce GTX 780

FirePro W9100

2014Core: 930 MHz

GeForce GTX 780

2013Core: 863 MHzBoost: 900 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro W9100

275

7,748

0.0%

Radeon R9 270

Radeon R9 M295X

Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire

7,957

+2.7%

GeForce GTX 660 Ti

GeForce GTX 1050 Ti with Max-Q Design

GeForce GTX 960

GeForce GTX 1650 (móvel)

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 4060

RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU

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 W9100 is positioned at rank #299 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 W9100

#115

Radeon Instinct MI60

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $600

100%

#282

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

7615%

#298

GRID K220Q

MSRP: $469|Avg: $40

100%

#299

FirePro W9100

MSRP: $4000|Avg: $200

100%

#300

GRID T4-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $1000

98%

#301

FirePro 3D V3700

MSRP: $99|Avg: $10

93%

#302

GRID T4-1Q

MSRP: $1880|Avg: $600

91%

#303

GRID M60-2Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

89%

#304

NVS 310

MSRP: $159|Avg: $10

89%

#306

FirePro 3D V3750

MSRP: $199|Avg: $25

88%

#307

NVS 810

MSRP: $700|Avg: $80

88%

#308

GRID P40-2Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $340

87%

#309

Quadro 2000D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $40

85%

#310

FirePro 3D V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $30

84%

#311

Quadro K5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $60

82%

#312

Quadro 2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $25

81%

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 GeForce GTX 780 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FirePro W9100 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	FirePro W9100	GeForce GTX 780
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.7%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+166.7%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	Standard Size (275mm)	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 780 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 780 holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $200), it costs 83% less, resulting in a 486.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro W9100	GeForce GTX 780
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+486.8%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($200)	✅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 W9100 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 780 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro W9100 and GeForce GTX 780

FirePro W9100

The FirePro W9100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 26 2014. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 930 MHz. It has 2816 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 275W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,748 points.

GeForce GTX 780

The GeForce GTX 780 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 863 MHz to 900 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,957 points. Launch price was $649.

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Graphics Performance

The FirePro W9100 scores 7,748 and the GeForce GTX 780 reaches 7,957 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro W9100 is built on GCN 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 780 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,816 (FirePro W9100) vs 2,304 (GeForce GTX 780). Raw compute: 5.238 TFLOPS (FirePro W9100) vs 4.156 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 780).

Feature	FirePro W9100	GeForce GTX 780
G3D Mark Score	7,748	7,957+3%
Architecture	GCN 2.0	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	2816+22%	2304
Compute (TFLOPS)	5.238 TFLOPS+26%	4.156 TFLOPS
ROPs	64+33%	48
TMUs	176	192+9%
L1 Cache	704 KB+267%	192 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB	1.5 MB+50%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro W9100	GeForce GTX 780
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)

The FirePro W9100 comes with 16 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 780 has 6 GB. The FirePro W9100 offers 166.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (FirePro W9100) vs 1.5 MB (GeForce GTX 780) — the GeForce GTX 780 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	FirePro W9100	GeForce GTX 780
VRAM Capacity	16 GB+167%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	256-bit	384-bit+50%
L2 Cache	1 MB	1.5 MB+50%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FirePro W9100) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 780). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.0. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 4.

Feature	FirePro W9100	GeForce GTX 780
DirectX	12	12 (11_0)
Vulkan	1.2+20%	1.0
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	6+50%	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 2.0 (FirePro W9100) vs NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GTX 780). Decoder: UVD 4.2 vs NVDEC 1st Gen. Supported codecs: H.264 (FirePro W9100) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GTX 780).

Feature	FirePro W9100	GeForce GTX 780
Encoder	VCE 2.0	NVENC 1st Gen
Decoder	UVD 4.2	NVDEC 1st Gen
Codecs	H.264	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro W9100 draws 275W versus the GeForce GTX 780's 250W — a 9.5% difference. The GeForce GTX 780 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro W9100) vs 600W (GeForce GTX 780). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin + 8-pin. Card length: 275mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 93 vs 80.

Feature	FirePro W9100	GeForce GTX 780
TDP	275W	250W-9%
Recommended PSU	350W-42%	600W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin + 8-pin
Length	275mm	267mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	93	80-14%
Perf/Watt	28.2	31.8+13%

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Value Analysis

The FirePro W9100 launched at $4000 MSRP and currently averages $200, while the GeForce GTX 780 launched at $499 and now averages $35. The GeForce GTX 780 costs 82.5% less ($165 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 38.7 (FirePro W9100) vs 227.3 (GeForce GTX 780) — the GeForce GTX 780 offers 487.3% better value. The FirePro W9100 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2013).