GeForce GTX 460 v2 vs FirePro V7800

CPU

GPU

GeForce GTX 460 v2

2011Core: 779 MHz

FirePro V7800

2011Core: 725 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 460 v2

160

2,016

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1650 Ti with Max-Q Design

2,028

+0.6%

Radeon HD 4850 X2

Radeon HD 5770

Radeon R9 M275X / M375

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar FirePro V7800

#106

L40S

MSRP: $7500|Avg: $7500

100%

#107

Quadro P6000

MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500

97%

#240

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

5533%

#256

Quadro K2000D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

100%

#257

FirePro V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $96

100%

#258

FirePro W8000

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599

100%

#259

GRID P4-8Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $200

99%

#260

Quadro K2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

99%

#262

FirePro 3D V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $30

96%

#263

GRID M3-3020

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

94%

#264

GRID P40-8Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

94%

#265

GRID M40

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

94%

#266

FirePro V3800

MSRP: $129|Avg: $12

93%

#267

FirePro V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $15

93%

#268

FirePro 3D V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $40

92%

#269

FirePro S9050

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825

92%

#270

FirePro R5000

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FirePro V7800 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.6% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (4 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 460 v2.

Insight	GeForce GTX 460 v2	FirePro V7800
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+300%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (254mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 460 v2 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 460 v2 holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $96), it costs 48% less, resulting in a 90.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 460 v2	FirePro V7800
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+90.9%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($50)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($96)

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.

GeForce GTX 460 v2 Benchmark Check

FirePro V7800 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 460 v2 and FirePro V7800

GeForce GTX 460 v2

The GeForce GTX 460 v2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 24 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 779 MHz. It has 336 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,016 points. Launch price was $199.

FirePro V7800

The FirePro V7800 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: 2,028 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 460 v2 scores 2,016 and the FirePro V7800 reaches 2,028 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 460 v2 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the FirePro V7800 uses TeraScale 3, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 336 (GeForce GTX 460 v2) vs 1,280 (FirePro V7800). Raw compute: 1.046 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 460 v2) vs 1.856 TFLOPS (FirePro V7800).

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 v2	FirePro V7800
G3D Mark Score	2,016	2,028
Architecture	Fermi 2.0	TeraScale 3
Process Node	40 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	336	1280+281%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.046 TFLOPS	1.856 TFLOPS+77%
ROPs	24	32+33%
TMUs	56	80+43%
L1 Cache	448 KB+40%	320 KB
L2 Cache	384 KB	512 KB+33%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 v2	FirePro V7800
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 460 v2 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the FirePro V7800 has 4 GB. The FirePro V7800 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 384 KB (GeForce GTX 460 v2) vs 512 KB (FirePro V7800) — the FirePro V7800 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 v2	FirePro V7800
VRAM Capacity	1 GB	4 GB+300%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	384 KB	512 KB+33%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FL 11_0) (GeForce GTX 460 v2) vs 11.2 (FirePro V7800). OpenGL: 4.1 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 v2	FirePro V7800
DirectX	12 (FL 11_0)+7%	11.2
OpenGL	4.1	4.4+7%
Max Displays	2	3+50%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Legacy (GeForce GTX 460 v2) vs None (FirePro V7800). Decoder: PureVideo VP4 vs UVD 2.3. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 460 v2) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro V7800).

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 v2	FirePro V7800
Encoder	Legacy	None
Decoder	PureVideo VP4	UVD 2.3
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 460 v2 draws 160W versus the FirePro V7800's 150W — a 6.5% difference. The FirePro V7800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce GTX 460 v2) vs 350W (FirePro V7800). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 210mm vs 254mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 v2	FirePro V7800
TDP	160W	150W-6%
Recommended PSU	450W	350W-22%
Power Connector	2x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	210mm	254mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	1-50%
Temp (Load)	—	85°C
Perf/Watt	12.6	13.5+7%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 460 v2 launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the FirePro V7800 launched at $759 and now averages $96. The GeForce GTX 460 v2 costs 47.9% less ($46 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 40.3 (GeForce GTX 460 v2) vs 21.1 (FirePro V7800) — the GeForce GTX 460 v2 offers 91% better value.