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FirePro V3800

AMD

G3D Mark

321

MSRP

$129

AVG Price

$12

April 26 2010
74 Watt
TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)

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 V3800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 26 2010. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 690 MHz. It has 800 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 74W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 321 points. Launch price was $479.

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 FirePro V3800

#223
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119%
#224
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118%
#225
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115%
#226
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113%
#227
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113%
#228
Radeon Pro W5500
MSRP: $399|Avg: $300
111%
#229
GRID P6-4Q
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150
110%
#230
FirePro W2100
MSRP: $139|Avg: $30
106%
#231
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MSRP: $5699|Avg: $340
105%
#232
Tesla M60
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105%
#233
Quadro P400
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103%
#234
NVS 310
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103%
#235
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#236
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#237
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102%
#238
FirePro V3800
MSRP: $129|Avg: $12
100%
#239
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100%
#240
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100%
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99%
#242
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99%
#243
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98%
#244
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98%
#245
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98%
#246
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MSRP: $3099|Avg: $50
98%
#247
Quadro P4000 (móvel)
MSRP: $819|Avg: $290
97%
#248
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MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
96%
#249
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MSRP: $450|Avg: $450
94%
#250
GRID M40
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100
93%
#251
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93%
#252
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92%
#253
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MSRP: $400|Avg: $120
89%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of FirePro V3800 specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The FirePro V3800 scores 321 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 TeraScale 2 (2009−2015) architecture (codename: Juniper), manufactured on a 40 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 800 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 40 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 16 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 1.104 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.

SpecificationFirePro V3800
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score321
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationTeraScale 2 (2009−2015)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameJuniper
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient40 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute800
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling40
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending16
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency690 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance1.104 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second27.60 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x4
Transistor Count1,040 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#780
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro V3800 is equipped with 4 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationFirePro V3800
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 Cache80 kB
L2 Cache256 kB

Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 11.2, Vulkan N/A, OpenGL 4.4— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

SpecificationFirePro V3800
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version11.2
OpenGLLegacy graphics API4.4
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)OpenCL 1.2
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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x DVI, 1x DisplayPort — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: None, decoder: UVD 2.3— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1.

SpecificationFirePro V3800
DVI PortsNumber of DVI display connectors1x
DisplayPort PortsNumber of DisplayPort display connectors1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors2
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine versionNone
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine versionUVD 2.3
CodecsSupported video compression formatsH.264,MPEG-2,VC-1
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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro V3800 draws 74 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 168mm long, 69mm tall, occupying 1 expansion slots, weighing 300g— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 40 at idle, 80 under load.

SpecificationFirePro V3800
TDPPower consumption under load74 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typePCIe-powered
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance168mm
Card Height69mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied1-slot
Weight300g
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle40
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load80
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $12 (MSRP: $129), the FirePro V3800 delivers 27 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #780 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationFirePro V3800
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$129
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$12
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#780
Release DateApril 26 2010
Release Year2010

Specifications Reference

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Technical Specifications

16 specs

ROPs16
TMUs40
Vram4 GB
L1 Cache80 kB
L2 Cache256 kB
Core Clock690 MHz
Memory TypeGDDR5
Memory Speed8 Gbps
Shading Units800
PCIe GenerationPCIe 3.0 x4
Memory Bus Width64-bit
Transistor Count1,040 million
Texture Fill Rate27.60
Manufacturing Process40 nm
Power Consumption (TDP)74 Watt
Floating Point Performance1.104 TFLOPS

General Information

5 specs

CodenameJuniper
ArchitectureTeraScale 2 (2009−2015)
Launch Price$479
Release DateApril 26 2010
Performance Ranking Position780

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