Radeon HD 7800-serie
VS
Quadro K5000

Radeon HD 7800-serie vs Quadro K5000

AMD

Radeon HD 7800-serie

2012Core: 1000 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

Quadro K5000

2012Core: 706 MHzBoost: 706 MHz

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.

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 Quadro K5000

#116
Radeon Pro SSG
MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500
98%
#298
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
9233%
#313
Quadro K5000
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $60
100%
#314
Quadro 2000
MSRP: $599|Avg: $25
99%
#316
FirePro S7150
MSRP: $2399|Avg: $459
98%
#317
FirePro W9000
MSRP: $3999|Avg: $150
96%
#318
GRID M60-4Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120
96%
#319
Quadro K6000
MSRP: $5265|Avg: $300
95%
#320
FirePro V8800
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $100
95%
#321
NVS 510
MSRP: $449|Avg: $15
94%
#322
GRID M60-1Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $50
93%
#323
FirePro M2000
MSRP: $300|Avg: $50
89%
#324
GRID K280Q
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50
89%
#325
Tesla K20c
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500
87%
#326
GRID M6-1Q
MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100
86%
#327
Tesla C2050 / C2070
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30
86%
#328
Quadro FX 380
MSRP: $129|Avg: $15
86%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon HD 7800-serie is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro K5000 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

InsightRadeon HD 7800-serieQuadro K5000
Performance
Leading raw performance (+1%)
Lower raw frame rates (-1%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
Standard Size (267mm)

💎 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 $60), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 1% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightRadeon HD 7800-serieQuadro K5000
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+1%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing

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 Radeon HD 7800-serie and Quadro K5000

AMD

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.

NVIDIA

Quadro K5000

The Quadro K5000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 17 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 706 MHz to 706 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 122W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,989 points. Launch price was $2,499.

Graphics Performance

The Radeon HD 7800-serie scores 4,029 and the Quadro K5000 reaches 3,989 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon HD 7800-serie is built on GCN 1.0 while the Quadro K5000 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,280 (Radeon HD 7800-serie) vs 1,536 (Quadro K5000). Raw compute: 2.56 TFLOPS (Radeon HD 7800-serie) vs 2.169 TFLOPS (Quadro K5000).

FeatureRadeon HD 7800-serieQuadro K5000
G3D Mark Score
4,029+1%
3,989
Architecture
GCN 1.0
Kepler
Process Node
28 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
1280
1536+20%
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.56 TFLOPS+18%
2.169 TFLOPS
ROPs
32
32
TMUs
80
128+60%
L1 Cache
320 KB+150%
128 KB
L2 Cache
512 KB
512 KB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRadeon HD 7800-serieQuadro K5000
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 Quadro K5000 has 4 GB. The Quadro K5000 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 64-bit.

FeatureRadeon HD 7800-serieQuadro K5000
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 Quadro K5000's 122W — a 48.4% difference. The Quadro K5000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Radeon HD 7800-serie) vs 350W (Quadro K5000). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

FeatureRadeon HD 7800-serieQuadro K5000
TDP
200W
122W-39%
Recommended PSU
500W
350W-30%
Power Connector
2x 6-pin
PCIe-powered
Length
267mm
Slots
2
Perf/Watt
20.1
32.7+63%
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Value Analysis

The Radeon HD 7800-serie launched at $349 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the Quadro K5000 launched at $2499 and now averages $60. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 67.2 (Radeon HD 7800-serie) vs 66.5 (Quadro K5000) — the Radeon HD 7800-serie offers 1.1% better value.

FeatureRadeon HD 7800-serieQuadro K5000
MSRP
$349-86%
$2499
Avg Price (30d)
$60
$60
Performance per Dollar
67.2+1%
66.5
Codename
Pitcairn
GK104
Release
March 5 2012
August 17 2012
Ranking
#460
#492