GeForce 9800 S vs FirePro V3900
GeForce 9800 S
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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 9800 S is positioned at rank 510 and the FirePro V3900 is on rank 206, so the FirePro V3900 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9800 S
Performance Per Dollar FirePro V3900
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 9800 S is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FirePro V3900 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce 9800 S | FirePro V3900 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro V3900 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro V3900 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $40), it costs 25% less, resulting in a 32.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 9800 S | FirePro V3900 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+32.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40) | ✅More affordable ($30) |
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 9800 S and FirePro V3900
GeForce 9800 S
The GeForce 9800 S 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: 636 points.
FirePro V3900
The FirePro V3900 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 24 2011. It features the TeraScale 3 architecture. The core clock speed is 725 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 631 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 9800 S scores 636 and the FirePro V3900 reaches 631 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9800 S is built on G9x while the FirePro V3900 uses TeraScale 3, both on 65 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 9800 S) vs 1,280 (FirePro V3900).
| Feature | GeForce 9800 S | FirePro V3900 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 636 | 631 |
| Architecture | G9x | TeraScale 3 |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 1280+471% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 9800 S | FirePro V3900 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 9800 S comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the FirePro V3900 has 1 GB. The FirePro V3900 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 9800 S | FirePro V3900 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 1 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce 9800 S) vs 11.0 (FirePro V3900). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 9800 S | FirePro V3900 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.1 (10_0) | 11.0 |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.4+33% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No NVENC (Tesla) (GeForce 9800 S) vs None (FirePro V3900). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs UVD 3.0. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce 9800 S) vs MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264,MPEG-4,MVC (FirePro V3900).
| Feature | GeForce 9800 S | FirePro V3900 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No NVENC (Tesla) | None |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP2 | UVD 3.0 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264,MPEG-4,MVC |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 9800 S draws 150W versus the FirePro V3900's 150W — a 0% difference. The FirePro V3900 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9800 S) vs 350W (FirePro V3900). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 80.
| Feature | GeForce 9800 S | FirePro V3900 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 168mm |
| Height | — | 69mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 80-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 4.2 | 4.2 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 9800 S launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the FirePro V3900 launched at $119 and now averages $30. The FirePro V3900 costs 25% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 15.9 (GeForce 9800 S) vs 21.0 (FirePro V3900) — the FirePro V3900 offers 32.1% better value. The FirePro V3900 is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 9800 S | FirePro V3900 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $119-21% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | $30-25% |
| Performance per Dollar | 15.9 | 21.0+32% |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | Cayman |
| Release | July 15 2008 | May 24 2011 |
| Ranking | #825 | #656 |
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