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 V5900 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 24 2011. It features the TeraScale 3 architecture. The core clock speed is 600 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,232 points.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The FirePro V5900 is positioned at rank #290 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 V5900

#112

GRID RTX6000-1Q

MSRP: $6299|Avg: $1500

97%

#113

Quadro RTX 8000

MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9999

97%

#114

Quadro GP100

MSRP: $7000|Avg: $1335

95%

#115

Radeon Instinct MI60

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $600

94%

#275

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

7171%

#290

FirePro V5900

MSRP: $599|Avg: $15

100%

#291

FirePro S9000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $156

98%

#294

GRID P40-4Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

96%

#295

RTXA5000-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500

96%

#296

GRID P6-2Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

95%

#300

FirePro W9100

MSRP: $4000|Avg: $200

94%

#301

GRID K220Q

MSRP: $469|Avg: $40

94%

#302

GRID T4-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $1000

92%

#303

FirePro 3D V3700

MSRP: $99|Avg: $10

88%

#304

GRID T4-1Q

MSRP: $1880|Avg: $600

85%

#305

GRID M60-2Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

84%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for FirePro V5900 across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of FirePro V5900 specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The FirePro V5900 scores 1,232 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 3 (2010−2013) architecture (codename: Cayman), manufactured on a 40 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 512 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 32 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 32 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 0.6144 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.

Specification	FirePro V5900
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	1,232
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	TeraScale 3 (2010−2013)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	Cayman
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	40 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	512
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling	32
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending	32
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	600 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance	0.6144 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second	19.20 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 3.0 x4
Transistor Count	2,640 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#812

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro V5900 is equipped with 2 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

Specification	FirePro V5900
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures	2 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	128 kB
L2 Cache	512 kB

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Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 11.2, Vulkan None, OpenGL 4.4— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	FirePro V5900
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	11.2
VulkanCross-platform graphics API	None
OpenGLLegacy graphics API	4.4
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)	OpenCL 1.2
Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink support	CrossFire Pro

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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x DVI, 2x DisplayPort 1.2 — supports up to 3 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: None, decoder: UVD 3.1— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2.

Specification	FirePro V5900
DVI PortsNumber of DVI display connectors	1x
DisplayPort 1.2 PortsNumber of DisplayPort 1.2 display connectors	2x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	3
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	None
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	UVD 3.1
CodecsSupported video compression formats	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro V5900 draws 75 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 229mm long, 112mm tall, occupying 1 expansion slots, weighing 1360g— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 40 at idle, 80 under load.

Specification	FirePro V5900
TDPPower consumption under load	75 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	PCIe-powered
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance	229mm
Card Height	112mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied	1-slot
Weight	1360g
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 $15 (MSRP: $599), the FirePro V5900 delivers 82 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #290 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #812 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	FirePro V5900
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$599
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$15
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position	#290
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#812
Release Date	May 24 2011
Release Year	2011