GeForce GTX 465 vs FirePro V9800

CPU

GPU

GeForce GTX 465

2010Core: 607 MHz

FirePro V9800

2011Core: 725 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 465

200

2,654

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 2060 12GB

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

FirePro V9800

150

2,727

+2.8%

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 V9800

#353

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

18940%

#368

FirePro V9800

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $250

100%

#369

FirePro V5700

MSRP: $599|Avg: $20

100%

#370

FirePro 3D V8750

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $500

91%

#371

FirePro 3D V7750

MSRP: $799|Avg: $20

87%

#372

GRID M10-2B

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $80

85%

#373

Quadro FX 370

MSRP: $129|Avg: $500

83%

#374

Quadro 6000

MSRP: $4399|Avg: $150

78%

#375

GRID M6-0B

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

78%

#376

RTXA5000-6Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500

78%

#377

GRID M10-1B

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150

77%

#378

Tesla K40c

MSRP: $7699|Avg: $500

74%

#379

Quadro FX 4800

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $80

72%

#380

Tesla M2090

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $40

72%

#381

GRID K2

MSRP: $5199|Avg: $80

68%

#382

GRID K180Q

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $1000

68%

#383

Quadro CX

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $500

60%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FirePro V9800 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.8% 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 465.

Insight	GeForce GTX 465	FirePro V9800
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+300%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 465 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 465 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $250), it costs 84% less, resulting in a 508.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 465	FirePro V9800
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+508.3%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($40)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($250)

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 465 Benchmark Check

FirePro V9800 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 465 and FirePro V9800

GeForce GTX 465

The GeForce GTX 465 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 31 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 607 MHz. It has 352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,654 points. Launch price was $279.

FirePro V9800

The FirePro V9800 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: 2,727 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 465 scores 2,654 and the FirePro V9800 reaches 2,727 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 465 is built on Fermi while the FirePro V9800 uses TeraScale 3, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 352 (GeForce GTX 465) vs 1,280 (FirePro V9800). Raw compute: 0.8554 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 465) vs 1.856 TFLOPS (FirePro V9800).

Feature	GeForce GTX 465	FirePro V9800
G3D Mark Score	2,654	2,727+3%
Architecture	Fermi	TeraScale 3
Process Node	40 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	352	1280+264%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.8554 TFLOPS	1.856 TFLOPS+117%
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	44	80+82%
L1 Cache	704 KB+120%	320 KB
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 465	FirePro V9800
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 465 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the FirePro V9800 has 4 GB. The FirePro V9800 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 465	FirePro V9800
VRAM Capacity	1 GB	4 GB+300%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	256-bit+300%	64-bit
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 465) vs 11.2 (FirePro V9800). Vulkan: N/A vs None. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 6.

Feature	GeForce GTX 465	FirePro V9800
DirectX	12 (11_0)+7%	11.2
Vulkan	N/A	None
OpenGL	4.5+2%	4.4
Max Displays	2	6+200%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (GeForce GTX 465) vs None (FirePro V9800). Decoder: VP4 vs UVD 2.3. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 465) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro V9800).

Feature	GeForce GTX 465	FirePro V9800
Encoder	None	None
Decoder	VP4	UVD 2.3
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 465 draws 200W versus the FirePro V9800's 150W — a 28.6% difference. The FirePro V9800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce GTX 465) vs 350W (FirePro V9800). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 241mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 85°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 465	FirePro V9800
TDP	200W	150W-25%
Recommended PSU	550W	350W-36%
Power Connector	2x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	241mm	267mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	85	85°C
Perf/Watt	13.3	18.2+37%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 465 launched at $279 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the FirePro V9800 launched at $3499 and now averages $250. The GeForce GTX 465 costs 84% less ($210 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 66.3 (GeForce GTX 465) vs 10.9 (FirePro V9800) — the GeForce GTX 465 offers 508.3% better value. The FirePro V9800 is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2010).