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GeForce 8500 GT
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FirePro 2460
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GeForce 8500 GT is positioned at rank 647 and the FirePro 2460 is on rank 353, so the FirePro 2460 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 8500 GT
Performance Per Dollar FirePro 2460
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro 2460 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.6% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce 8500 GT offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce 8500 GT | FirePro 2460 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro 2460 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro 2460 holds the technical lead. Priced at $10 (vs $15), it costs 33% less, resulting in a 50.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 8500 GT | FirePro 2460 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+50.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($15) | ✅More affordable ($10) |
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 8500 GT and FirePro 2460
GeForce 8500 GT
The GeForce 8500 GT is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 15 2008. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 500 MHz. It has 224 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 169 points.
FirePro 2460
The FirePro 2460 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 13 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 750 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 170 points. Launch price was $599.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 8500 GT scores 169 and the FirePro 2460 reaches 170 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 8500 GT is built on G9x while the FirePro 2460 uses GCN 1.0, both on 65 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 8500 GT) vs 512 (FirePro 2460).
| Feature | GeForce 8500 GT | FirePro 2460 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 169 | 170 |
| Architecture | G9x | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 512+129% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 8500 GT | FirePro 2460 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The GeForce 8500 GT comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the FirePro 2460 has 512 MB. The GeForce 8500 GT offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 8500 GT | FirePro 2460 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB+100% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce 8500 GT) vs 11 (FirePro 2460). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce 8500 GT | FirePro 2460 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.0 | 11+10% |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.4+33% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce 8500 GT) vs UVD 2.3 (FirePro 2460). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs UVD 2.3. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264 (GeForce 8500 GT) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (FirePro 2460).
| Feature | GeForce 8500 GT | FirePro 2460 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | UVD 2.3 |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP2 | UVD 2.3 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264 | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 8500 GT draws 150W versus the FirePro 2460's 75W — a 66.7% difference. The FirePro 2460 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 8500 GT) vs 350W (FirePro 2460). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 173mm vs 170mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 65°C.
| Feature | GeForce 8500 GT | FirePro 2460 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 75W-50% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 173mm | 170mm |
| Height | 111mm | 69mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | 65°C-13% |
| Perf/Watt | 1.1 | 2.3+109% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 8500 GT launched at $89 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the FirePro 2460 launched at $180 and now averages $10. The FirePro 2460 costs 33.3% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 11.3 (GeForce 8500 GT) vs 17.0 (FirePro 2460) — the FirePro 2460 offers 50.4% better value. The FirePro 2460 is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 8500 GT | FirePro 2460 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $89-51% | $180 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | $10-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 11.3 | 17.0+50% |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | Cape Verde |
| Release | July 15 2008 | June 13 2012 |
| Ranking | #825 | #732 |
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