GPU·Budget

FirePro V7800

AMD

G3D Mark

2,028

MSRP

$759

AVG Price

$96

May 24 2011
151 Watt
TeraScale 3 (2010−2013)

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 V7800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 24 2011. It features the TeraScale 3 architecture. The core clock speed is 725 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,028 points.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The FirePro V7800 is positioned at rank #257 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 V7800

#106
L40S
MSRP: $7500|Avg: $7500
100%
#107
Quadro P6000
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97%
#240
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
5533%
#256
Quadro K2000D
MSRP: $599|Avg: $35
100%
#257
FirePro V7800
MSRP: $759|Avg: $96
100%
#258
FirePro W8000
MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599
100%
#259
GRID P4-8Q
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $200
99%
#260
Quadro K2000
MSRP: $599|Avg: $500
99%
#262
FirePro 3D V5800
MSRP: $479|Avg: $30
96%
#263
GRID M3-3020
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50
94%
#264
GRID P40-8Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
94%
#265
GRID M40
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100
94%
#266
FirePro V3800
MSRP: $129|Avg: $12
93%
#267
FirePro V5800
MSRP: $479|Avg: $15
93%
#268
FirePro 3D V7800
MSRP: $759|Avg: $40
92%
#269
FirePro S9050
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825
92%
#270
FirePro R5000
MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150
90%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of FirePro V7800 specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The FirePro V7800 scores 2,028 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 1280 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 80 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 32 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 1.856 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.

SpecificationFirePro V7800
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score2,028
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationTeraScale 3 (2010−2013)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameCayman
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient40 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute1280
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling80
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending32
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency725 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance1.856 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second58.00 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x4
Transistor Count2,640 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#656
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro V7800 is equipped with 4 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationFirePro V7800
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 Cache320 kB
L2 Cache512 kB

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.

SpecificationFirePro V7800
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version11.2
VulkanCross-platform graphics APINone
OpenGLLegacy graphics API4.4
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)OpenCL 1.2
Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink supportCrossFire
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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x DVI, 2x DisplayPort 1.1 — supports up to 3 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,VC-1,MPEG-2.

SpecificationFirePro V7800
DVI PortsNumber of DVI display connectors1x
DisplayPort 1.1 PortsNumber of DisplayPort 1.1 display connectors2x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors3
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine versionNone
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine versionUVD 2.3
CodecsSupported video compression formatsH.264,VC-1,MPEG-2
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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro V7800 draws 151 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 254mm long, 111mm tall, occupying 1 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 50°C at idle, 85°C under load.

SpecificationFirePro V7800
TDPPower consumption under load151 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typePCIe-powered
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance254mm
Card Height111mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied1-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 $96 (MSRP: $759), the FirePro V7800 delivers 21 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #257 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #656 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationFirePro V7800
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$759
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$96
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position#257
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#656
Release DateMay 24 2011
Release Year2011

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