Radeon Ryzen 5 150 vs FirePro R5000
Radeon Ryzen 5 150
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar Radeon Ryzen 5 150
Performance Per Dollar FirePro R5000
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro R5000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2% 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 Ryzen 5 150.
| Insight | Radeon Ryzen 5 150 | FirePro R5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (279mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro R5000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro R5000 holds the technical lead. Priced at $150 (vs $350), it costs 57% less, resulting in a 138% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon Ryzen 5 150 | FirePro R5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+138%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($350) | ✅More affordable ($150) |
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 Ryzen 5 150 and FirePro R5000
Radeon Ryzen 5 150
The Radeon Ryzen 5 150 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 20 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1100 MHz to 1183 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,595 points. Launch price was $79.
FirePro R5000
The FirePro R5000 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in February 25 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 825 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,647 points. Launch price was $1,099.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon Ryzen 5 150 scores 2,595 and the FirePro R5000 reaches 2,647 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon Ryzen 5 150 is built on GCN 4.0 while the FirePro R5000 uses GCN 1.0, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon Ryzen 5 150) vs 768 (FirePro R5000). Raw compute: 1.211 TFLOPS (Radeon Ryzen 5 150) vs 1.267 TFLOPS (FirePro R5000).
| Feature | Radeon Ryzen 5 150 | FirePro R5000 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,595 | 2,647+2% |
| Architecture | GCN 4.0 | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 512 | 768+50% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.211 TFLOPS | 1.267 TFLOPS+5% |
| ROPs | 16 | 32+100% |
| TMUs | 32 | 48+50% |
| L1 Cache | 128 KB | 192 KB+50% |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon Ryzen 5 150 | FirePro R5000 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon Ryzen 5 150 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the FirePro R5000 has 4 GB. The FirePro R5000 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon Ryzen 5 150 | FirePro R5000 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 4 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | System | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon Ryzen 5 150 draws 50W versus the FirePro R5000's 150W — a 100% difference. The Radeon Ryzen 5 150 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon Ryzen 5 150) vs 350W (FirePro R5000). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Radeon Ryzen 5 150 | FirePro R5000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W-67% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 279mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 51.9+195% | 17.6 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon Ryzen 5 150 launched at $350 MSRP and currently averages $350, while the FirePro R5000 launched at $1099 and now averages $150. The FirePro R5000 costs 57.1% less ($200 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 7.4 (Radeon Ryzen 5 150) vs 17.6 (FirePro R5000) — the FirePro R5000 offers 137.8% better value. The Radeon Ryzen 5 150 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2013).
| Feature | Radeon Ryzen 5 150 | FirePro R5000 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $350-68% | $1099 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $350 | $150-57% |
| Performance per Dollar | 7.4 | 17.6+138% |
| Codename | Lexa | Pitcairn |
| Release | April 20 2017 | February 25 2013 |
| Ranking | #617 | #619 |
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