GPU·Budget

FirePro R5000

AMD

G3D Mark

2,647

MSRP

$1099

AVG Price

$150

February 25 2013
350 Watt
GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)

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.

Overview

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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The FirePro R5000 is positioned at rank #272 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 FirePro R5000

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100%
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Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of FirePro R5000 specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The FirePro R5000 scores 2,647 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the GCN 1.0 (2012−2020) architecture (codename: Pitcairn), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 768 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 48 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 32 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 1.267 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.

SpecificationFirePro R5000
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score2,647
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationGCN 1.0 (2012−2020)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenamePitcairn
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute768
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling48
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending32
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency825 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance1.267 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second39.60 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x4
Transistor Count2,800 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#619
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro R5000 is equipped with 4 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationFirePro R5000
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures4 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generationGDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth64-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate8 Gbps
L1 Cache192 kB
L2 Cache512 kB

Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 12, Vulkan 1.2, OpenGL 4.2— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

SpecificationFirePro R5000
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version12
VulkanCross-platform graphics API1.2
OpenGLLegacy graphics API4.2
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)OpenCL 1.2
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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x Ethernet, 2x Mini DisplayPort — supports up to 6 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0, decoder: UVD— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2.

SpecificationFirePro R5000
Ethernet PortsNumber of Ethernet display connectors1x
Mini DisplayPort PortsNumber of Mini DisplayPort display connectors2x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors6
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine versionVCE 1.0
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine versionUVD
CodecsSupported video compression formatsH.264,VC-1,MPEG-2
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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro R5000 draws 350 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 279mm long, 111mm tall, occupying 1 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 40°C at idle, 85°C under load.

SpecificationFirePro R5000
TDPPower consumption under load350 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typePCIe-powered
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance279mm
Card Height111mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied1-slot
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle40°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load85°C
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $150 (MSRP: $1099), the FirePro R5000 delivers 18 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #272 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #619 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationFirePro R5000
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$1099
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$150
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position#272
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#619
Release DateFebruary 25 2013
Release Year2013

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