GeForce 605 vs FirePro RG220
GeForce 605
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Performance Spectrum - 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 GeForce 605 is positioned at rank #115 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 605
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro RG220 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.5% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 605.
| Insight | GeForce 605 | FirePro RG220 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| 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 RG220 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro RG220 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $30), it costs 33% less, resulting in a 52.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 605 | FirePro RG220 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+52.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($30) | ✅More affordable ($20) |
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 GeForce 605 and FirePro RG220
GeForce 605
The GeForce 605 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 5 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 902 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 65W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 330 points. Launch price was $99.
FirePro RG220
The FirePro RG220 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in February 25 2013. 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 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 335 points. Launch price was $1,099.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 605 scores 330 and the FirePro RG220 reaches 335 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 605 is built on Kepler while the FirePro RG220 uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 384 (GeForce 605) vs 768 (FirePro RG220). Raw compute: 0.6927 TFLOPS (GeForce 605) vs 1.267 TFLOPS (FirePro RG220).
| Feature | GeForce 605 | FirePro RG220 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 330 | 335+2% |
| Architecture | Kepler | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 768+100% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6927 TFLOPS | 1.267 TFLOPS+83% |
| ROPs | 16 | 32+100% |
| TMUs | 32 | 48+50% |
| L1 Cache | 32 KB | 192 KB+500% |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 512 KB+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 605 | FirePro RG220 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 256 KB (GeForce 605) vs 512 KB (FirePro RG220) — the FirePro RG220 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce 605 | FirePro RG220 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 512 KB+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce 605) vs 10.1 (FirePro RG220). Vulkan: N/A vs N/A. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 605 | FirePro RG220 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0)+19% | 10.1 |
| Vulkan | N/A | N/A |
| OpenGL | 4.6+39% | 3.3 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce 605) vs None (FirePro RG220). Decoder: VP5 vs None.
| Feature | GeForce 605 | FirePro RG220 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | None |
| Decoder | VP5 | None |
| Codecs | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 605 draws 65W versus the FirePro RG220's 150W — a 79.1% difference. The GeForce 605 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 250W (GeForce 605) vs 350W (FirePro RG220). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 145mm vs 170mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs Unknown.
| Feature | GeForce 605 | FirePro RG220 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 65W-57% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 250W-29% | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 145mm | 170mm |
| Height | 69mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 75 | Unknown-100% |
| Perf/Watt | 5.1+132% | 2.2 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 605 launched at $30 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the FirePro RG220 launched at $0 and now averages $20. The FirePro RG220 costs 33.3% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 11.0 (GeForce 605) vs 16.8 (FirePro RG220) — the FirePro RG220 offers 52.7% better value. The FirePro RG220 is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2012).
| Feature | GeForce 605 | FirePro RG220 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30 | $20-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 11.0 | 16.8+53% |
| Codename | GK107 | Pitcairn |
| Release | June 5 2012 | February 25 2013 |
| Ranking | #837 | #619 |
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