GPU·Budget

FirePro V4900

AMD

G3D Mark

1,009

MSRP

$200

AVG Price

$47

November 1 2011
75 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 V4900 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in November 1 2011. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 480 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,009 points.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The FirePro V4900 is positioned at rank #212 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 V4900

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99%
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#212
FirePro V4900
MSRP: $200|Avg: $47
100%
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98%
#219
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97%
#220
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96%
#223
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95%
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Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of FirePro V4900 specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The FirePro V4900 scores 1,009 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: Turks), manufactured on a 40 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 480 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 24 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 8 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 0.768 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.

SpecificationFirePro V4900
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score1,009
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationTeraScale 2 (2009−2015)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameTurks
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient40 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute480
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling24
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending8
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency800 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance0.768 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second19.20 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x4
Transistor Count716 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#882
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro V4900 is equipped with 1 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationFirePro V4900
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures1 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generationGDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth64-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate8 Gbps
L1 Cache48 kB
L2 Cache256 kB

Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 11, Vulkan None, OpenGL 4.4— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

SpecificationFirePro V4900
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version11
VulkanCross-platform graphics APINone
OpenGLLegacy graphics API4.4
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)OpenCL 1.2
Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink supportEyefinity
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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x Dual-Link DVI, 2x DisplayPort 1.2 — supports up to 3 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0, decoder: UVD 3.1— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1.

SpecificationFirePro V4900
Dual-Link DVI PortsNumber of Dual-Link DVI display connectors1x
DisplayPort 1.2 PortsNumber of DisplayPort 1.2 display connectors2x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors3
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine versionVCE 1.0
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine versionUVD 3.1
CodecsSupported video compression formatsH.264,MPEG-2,VC-1
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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro V4900 draws 75 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 163mm long, 111mm tall, occupying 1 expansion slots, weighing 500g— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 45°C at idle, 75°C under load.

SpecificationFirePro V4900
TDPPower consumption under load75 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typePCIe-powered
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance163mm
Card Height111mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied1-slot
Weight500g
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle45°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load75°C
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $47 (MSRP: $200), the FirePro V4900 delivers 21 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #212 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #882 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationFirePro V4900
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$200
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$47
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position#212
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#882
Release DateNovember 1 2011
Release Year2011

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