GeForce 8800 GS vs FirePro 3D V3750
GeForce 8800 GS
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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 8800 GS is positioned at rank 629 and the FirePro 3D V3750 is on rank 307, so the FirePro 3D V3750 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 8800 GS
Performance Per Dollar FirePro 3D V3750
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The FirePro 3D V3750 is significantly newer (2014 vs 2008). The FirePro 3D V3750 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 8800 GS lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro 3D V3750 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.3% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce 8800 GS offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce 8800 GS | FirePro 3D V3750 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+200%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro 3D V3750 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro 3D V3750 holds the technical lead. Priced at $25 (vs $40), it costs 38% less, resulting in a 65.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 8800 GS | FirePro 3D V3750 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+65.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40) | ✅More affordable ($25) |
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 8800 GS and FirePro 3D V3750
GeForce 8800 GS
The GeForce 8800 GS 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: 330 points.
FirePro 3D V3750
The FirePro 3D V3750 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 18 2014. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 850 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 274W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 341 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 8800 GS scores 330 and the FirePro 3D V3750 reaches 341 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 8800 GS is built on G9x while the FirePro 3D V3750 uses GCN 1.0, both on 65 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 8800 GS) vs 2,048 (FirePro 3D V3750).
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GS | FirePro 3D V3750 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 330 | 341+3% |
| Architecture | G9x | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 2048+814% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GS | FirePro 3D V3750 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 8800 GS comes with 768 MB of VRAM, while the FirePro 3D V3750 has 256 MB. The GeForce 8800 GS offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GS | FirePro 3D V3750 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.75 GB+200% | 0.25 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce 8800 GS) vs 10.1 (FirePro 3D V3750). Vulkan: None vs None. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GS | FirePro 3D V3750 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.0 | 10.1 |
| Vulkan | None | None |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 3.3 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce 8800 GS) vs UVD 2.2 (FirePro 3D V3750). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs UVD 2.2. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264 (GeForce 8800 GS) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (FirePro 3D V3750).
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GS | FirePro 3D V3750 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | UVD 2.2 |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP2 | UVD 2.2 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264 | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 8800 GS draws 150W versus the FirePro 3D V3750's 274W — a 58.5% difference. The GeForce 8800 GS is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 8800 GS) vs 350W (FirePro 3D V3750). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 168mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 70°C.
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GS | FirePro 3D V3750 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W-45% | 274W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 229mm | 168mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 70°C-18% |
| Perf/Watt | 2.2+83% | 1.2 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 8800 GS launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the FirePro 3D V3750 launched at $199 and now averages $25. The FirePro 3D V3750 costs 37.5% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.3 (GeForce 8800 GS) vs 13.6 (FirePro 3D V3750) — the FirePro 3D V3750 offers 63.9% better value. The FirePro 3D V3750 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GS | FirePro 3D V3750 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150-25% | $199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | $25-38% |
| Performance per Dollar | 8.3 | 13.6+64% |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | Tahiti |
| Release | July 15 2008 | January 18 2014 |
| Ranking | #825 | #423 |
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