
GeForce GTX 760A vs FirePro 3D V5800

GeForce GTX 760A
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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 GTX 760A is positioned at rank 483 and the FirePro 3D V5800 is on rank 264, so the FirePro 3D V5800 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 760A
Performance Per Dollar FirePro 3D V5800
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro 3D V5800 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (1 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 760A.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 760A | FirePro 3D V5800 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro 3D V5800 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro 3D V5800 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $40), it costs 25% less, resulting in a 34% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 760A | FirePro 3D V5800 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+34%) |
| 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 GTX 760A and FirePro 3D V5800

GeForce GTX 760A
The GeForce GTX 760A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 17 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 628 MHz to 657 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,226 points.

FirePro 3D V5800
The FirePro 3D V5800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 26 2010. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 690 MHz. It has 800 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 74W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,232 points. Launch price was $479.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 760A scores 1,226 and the FirePro 3D V5800 reaches 1,232 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 760A is built on Kepler while the FirePro 3D V5800 uses TeraScale 2, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 768 (GeForce GTX 760A) vs 800 (FirePro 3D V5800). Raw compute: 1.009 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 760A) vs 1.104 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V5800).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760A | FirePro 3D V5800 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,226 | 1,232 |
| Architecture | Kepler | TeraScale 2 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 768 | 800+4% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.009 TFLOPS | 1.104 TFLOPS+9% |
| ROPs | 16 | 16 |
| TMUs | 64+60% | 40 |
| L1 Cache | 64 KB | 80 KB+25% |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760A | FirePro 3D V5800 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 760A comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the FirePro 3D V5800 has 1 GB. The FirePro 3D V5800 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760A | FirePro 3D V5800 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 1 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 760A) vs 11.0 (FirePro 3D V5800). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.1. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760A | FirePro 3D V5800 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0)+9% | 11.0 |
| OpenGL | 4.6+12% | 4.1 |
| Max Displays | 4+33% | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GTX 760A) vs UVD 2.3 (FirePro 3D V5800). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP5 vs UVD 2.3. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 760A) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (FirePro 3D V5800).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760A | FirePro 3D V5800 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 1st Gen | UVD 2.3 |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP5 | UVD 2.3 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 760A draws 55W versus the FirePro 3D V5800's 74W — a 29.5% difference. The GeForce GTX 760A is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 760A) vs 350W (FirePro 3D V5800). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 90°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760A | FirePro 3D V5800 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 55W-26% | 74W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 229mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C-6% | 90°C |
| Perf/Watt | 22.3+34% | 16.6 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 760A launched at $249 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the FirePro 3D V5800 launched at $479 and now averages $30. The FirePro 3D V5800 costs 25% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 30.6 (GeForce GTX 760A) vs 41.1 (FirePro 3D V5800) — the FirePro 3D V5800 offers 34.3% better value. The GeForce GTX 760A is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2010).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760A | FirePro 3D V5800 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $249-48% | $479 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | $30-25% |
| Performance per Dollar | 30.6 | 41.1+34% |
| Codename | GK106 | Juniper |
| Release | March 17 2014 | April 26 2010 |
| Ranking | #813 | #780 |
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