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. The FirePro V3800 is positioned at rank #268 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 V3800

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

94%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

94%

#253

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

5933%

#268

FirePro V3800

MSRP: $129|Avg: $12

100%

#269

FirePro V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $15

99%

#270

FirePro 3D V7800

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99%

#271

FirePro S9050

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825

98%

#272

FirePro R5000

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150

97%

#274

GRID M6-8Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

96%

#276

GRID K120Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $20

94%

#277

Tesla M60

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $250

94%

#279

FirePro V7900

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

91%

#280

GRID P6-4Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

89%

#281

GRID M60-8A

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

89%

#283

Quadro K4000

MSRP: $1269|Avg: $100

86%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for FirePro V3800 across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of FirePro V3800 specifications and capabilities.

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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.

Specification	FirePro V3800
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	321
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	Juniper
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	40 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	800
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling	40
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending	16
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	690 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance	1.104 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second	27.60 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 3.0 x4
Transistor Count	1,040 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.

Specification	FirePro V3800
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures	4 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generation	GDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth	64-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate	8 Gbps
L1 Cache	80 kB
L2 Cache	256 kB

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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.

Specification	FirePro V3800
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	11.2
OpenGLLegacy graphics API	4.4
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.

Specification	FirePro V3800
DVI PortsNumber of DVI display connectors	1x
DisplayPort PortsNumber of DisplayPort display connectors	1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	2
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	None
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	UVD 2.3
CodecsSupported video compression formats	H.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.

Specification	FirePro V3800
TDPPower consumption under load	74 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	PCIe-powered
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance	168mm
Card Height	69mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied	1-slot
Weight	300g
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle	40
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load	80

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $12 (MSRP: $129), the FirePro V3800 delivers 27 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #268 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #780 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	FirePro V3800
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$129
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$12
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position	#268
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#780
Release Date	April 26 2010
Release Year	2010