GPU·Budget

FirePro S10000

AMD

G3D Mark

4,537

MSRP

$3599

AVG Price

$500

November 12 2012
750 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 S10000 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in November 12 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 825 MHz to 950 MHz. It has 4096 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 375W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,537 points. Launch price was $3,599.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The FirePro S10000 is positioned at rank #336 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 S10000

#117
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83%
#321
Tesla K20m
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11725%
#336
FirePro S10000
MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500
100%
#337
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99%
#338
GRID P40-24Q
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#339
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98%
#340
FireStream 9250
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93%
#341
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91%
#342
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86%
#343
Tesla K80
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85%
#344
GRID M10-4Q
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84%
#346
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83%
#347
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82%
#348
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82%
#350
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78%
#351
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77%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of FirePro S10000 specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The FirePro S10000 scores 4,537 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Budget tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the GCN 1.0 (2012−2020) architecture (codename: Tahiti), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 4096 ×2 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 112 ×2 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 32 ×2 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 3.405 TFLOPS ×2 — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 950 MHz from a base of 825 MHz.

SpecificationFirePro S10000
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score4,537
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationGCN 1.0 (2012−2020)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameTahiti
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute4096 ×2
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling112 ×2
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending32 ×2
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load950 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency825 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance3.405 TFLOPS ×2
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second106.4 ×2 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x4
Transistor Count4,313 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#461
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro S10000 is equipped with 4 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationFirePro S10000
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 Cache448 kB
L2 Cache768 kB

Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 12, Vulkan 1.2, OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

SpecificationFirePro S10000
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version12
VulkanCross-platform graphics API1.2
OpenGLLegacy graphics API4.6
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)OpenCL 1.2
Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink supportCrossFire
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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x DVI, 4x Mini DisplayPort — supports up to 6 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0, decoder: UVD 3.2— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2.

SpecificationFirePro S10000
DVI PortsNumber of DVI display connectors1x
Mini DisplayPort PortsNumber of Mini DisplayPort display connectors4x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors6
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine versionVCE 1.0
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine versionUVD 3.2
CodecsSupported video compression formatsH.264,VC-1,MPEG-2
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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro S10000 draws 750 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 305mm long, 111mm tall, occupying 2 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 50°C at idle, 85°C under load.

SpecificationFirePro S10000
TDPPower consumption under load750 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typePCIe-powered
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance305mm
Card Height111mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied2-slot
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle50°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load85°C
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $500 (MSRP: $3599), the FirePro S10000 delivers 9 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #336 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #461 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationFirePro S10000
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$3599
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$500
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position#336
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#461
Release DateNovember 12 2012
Release Year2012

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