Radeon HD 7800-serie vs FirePro W8000

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 W8000

#107

Quadro P6000

MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500

97%

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

88%

#245

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

5554%

#260

FirePro W8000

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599

100%

#261

Quadro K2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

99%

#262

GRID P4-8Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $200

99%

#264

FirePro 3D V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $30

97%

#265

GRID P40-8Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

94%

#266

GRID M3-3020

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

94%

#267

GRID M40

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

94%

#268

FirePro V3800

MSRP: $129|Avg: $12

94%

#269

FirePro V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $15

93%

#270

FirePro 3D V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $40

92%

#271

FirePro S9050

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825

92%

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FirePro R5000

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150

91%

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GRID M6-8Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FirePro W8000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 7800-serie.

Insight	Radeon HD 7800-serie	FirePro W8000
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.7%)	✅Leading raw performance (+5.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	—	Standard Size (279mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon HD 7800-serie offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 7800-serie holds the technical lead. Priced at $60 (vs $1,599), it costs 96% less, resulting in a 2421.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon HD 7800-serie	FirePro W8000
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+2421.1%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($60)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,599)

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.

Radeon HD 7800-serie Benchmark Check

FirePro W8000 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon HD 7800-serie and FirePro W8000

Radeon HD 7800-serie

The Radeon HD 7800-serie is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 5 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 1000 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,029 points. Launch price was $349.

FirePro W8000

The FirePro W8000 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 14 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 900 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,259 points. Launch price was $1,599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon HD 7800-serie scores 4,029 versus the FirePro W8000's 4,259 — the FirePro W8000 leads by 5.7%. The Radeon HD 7800-serie is built on GCN 1.0 while the FirePro W8000 uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,280 (Radeon HD 7800-serie) vs 1,792 (FirePro W8000). Raw compute: 2.56 TFLOPS (Radeon HD 7800-serie) vs 3.226 TFLOPS (FirePro W8000).

Feature	Radeon HD 7800-serie	FirePro W8000
G3D Mark Score	4,029	4,259+6%
Architecture	GCN 1.0	GCN 1.0
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1280	1792+40%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.56 TFLOPS	3.226 TFLOPS+26%
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	80	112+40%
L1 Cache	320 KB	448 KB+40%
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon HD 7800-serie	FirePro W8000
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon HD 7800-serie comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the FirePro W8000 has 4 GB. The FirePro W8000 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	Radeon HD 7800-serie	FirePro W8000
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	4 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	256-bit+300%	64-bit
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon HD 7800-serie draws 200W versus the FirePro W8000's 225W — a 11.8% difference. The Radeon HD 7800-serie is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Radeon HD 7800-serie) vs 350W (FirePro W8000). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Radeon HD 7800-serie	FirePro W8000
TDP	200W-11%	225W
Recommended PSU	500W	350W-30%
Power Connector	2x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	—	279mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	—	2
Temp (Load)	—	58°C
Perf/Watt	20.1+6%	18.9

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Value Analysis

The Radeon HD 7800-serie launched at $349 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the FirePro W8000 launched at $1599 and now averages $1599. The Radeon HD 7800-serie costs 96.2% less ($1539 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 67.2 (Radeon HD 7800-serie) vs 2.7 (FirePro W8000) — the Radeon HD 7800-serie offers 2388.9% better value.