Arc Graphics 130V vs FirePro S7000
Arc Graphics 130V
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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.
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. The Arc Graphics 130V is positioned at rank 302 and the FirePro S7000 is on rank 241, so the FirePro S7000 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Arc Graphics 130V
Performance Per Dollar FirePro S7000
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Arc Graphics 130V is significantly newer (2024 vs 2012). The Arc Graphics 130V likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro S7000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro S7000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (4 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Arc Graphics 130V.
| Insight | Arc Graphics 130V | FirePro S7000 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%) |
| Longevity | Xe² (2024) (3nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (292mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro S7000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $250 for the Arc Graphics 130V, it costs 84% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 526.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Arc Graphics 130V | FirePro S7000 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+526.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($250) | ✅More affordable ($40) |
Performance Check
Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.
Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Arc Graphics 130V and FirePro S7000
Arc Graphics 130V
The Arc Graphics 130V is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 24 2024. It features the Xe² architecture. The boost clock speed is 1850 MHz. It has 7 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 3 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,510 points.
FirePro S7000
The FirePro S7000 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 27 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 950 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,524 points. Launch price was $1,249.
Graphics Performance
The Arc Graphics 130V scores 4,510 and the FirePro S7000 reaches 4,524 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Arc Graphics 130V is built on Xe² while the FirePro S7000 uses GCN 1.0, both on 3 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 7 (Arc Graphics 130V) vs 1,280 (FirePro S7000).
| Feature | Arc Graphics 130V | FirePro S7000 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4,510 | 4,524 |
| Architecture | Xe² | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 3 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 7 | 1280+18186% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Arc Graphics 130V | FirePro S7000 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | XeSS | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Arc Graphics 130V comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the FirePro S7000 has 4 GB. The FirePro S7000 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Arc Graphics 130V | FirePro S7000 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | System | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (Arc Graphics 130V) vs 12 (11_1) (FirePro S7000). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 6.
| Feature | Arc Graphics 130V | FirePro S7000 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2+2% | 12 (11_1) |
| Vulkan | 1.3+8% | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 6+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: Xe Media Engine (Arc Graphics 130V) vs VCE 1.0 (FirePro S7000). Decoder: Xe Media Engine vs UVD 4.0. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,H.266 (Arc Graphics 130V) vs H.264 (FirePro S7000).
| Feature | Arc Graphics 130V | FirePro S7000 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Xe Media Engine | VCE 1.0 |
| Decoder | Xe Media Engine | UVD 4.0 |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,H.266 | H.264 |
Power & Dimensions
The Arc Graphics 130V draws 15W versus the FirePro S7000's 150W — a 163.6% difference. The Arc Graphics 130V is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Arc Graphics 130V) vs 350W (FirePro S7000). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 292mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 85.
| Feature | Arc Graphics 130V | FirePro S7000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-90% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | 292mm |
| Height | 0mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 300.7+896% | 30.2 |
Value Analysis
The Arc Graphics 130V launched at $300 MSRP and currently averages $250, while the FirePro S7000 launched at $1249 and now averages $40. The FirePro S7000 costs 84% less ($210 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 18.0 (Arc Graphics 130V) vs 113.1 (FirePro S7000) — the FirePro S7000 offers 528.3% better value. The Arc Graphics 130V is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2012).
| Feature | Arc Graphics 130V | FirePro S7000 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $300-76% | $1249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $250 | $40-84% |
| Performance per Dollar | 18.0 | 113.1+528% |
| Codename | Lunar Lake iGPU | Pitcairn |
| Release | September 24 2024 | August 27 2012 |
| Ranking | #463 | #462 |
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