FirePro 3D V3700 vs GeForce 6800 GS

FirePro 3D V3700

2014Core: 850 MHz

GeForce 6800 GS

2008Core: 500 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro 3D V3700

274

179

0.0%

Mobility Radeon HD 4250

192

+7.3%

GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop 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 FirePro 3D V3700 is positioned at rank 303 and the GeForce 6800 GS is on rank 712, so the FirePro 3D V3700 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 3D V3700

#116

Radeon Pro SSG

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500

87%

#288

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

8162%

#303

FirePro 3D V3700

MSRP: $99|Avg: $10

100%

#304

GRID T4-1Q

MSRP: $1880|Avg: $600

97%

#305

GRID M60-2Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

96%

#306

NVS 310

MSRP: $159|Avg: $10

96%

#307

FirePro 3D V3750

MSRP: $199|Avg: $25

94%

#309

NVS 810

MSRP: $700|Avg: $80

94%

#310

GRID P40-2Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $340

93%

#311

Quadro 2000D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $40

91%

#312

FirePro 3D V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $30

90%

#313

Quadro K5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $60

88%

#314

Quadro 2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $25

87%

#315

FirePro S7150

MSRP: $2399|Avg: $459

87%

#317

FirePro W9000

MSRP: $3999|Avg: $150

85%

#318

GRID M60-4Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

85%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce 6800 GS

#702

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

14100%

#704

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

12782%

#705

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

12748%

#709

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

11592%

#710

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

11513%

#712

GeForce 6800 GS

MSRP: $249|Avg: $40

100%

#713

RADEON E4690

MSRP: $558|Avg: $558

95%

#714

MOBILITY RADEON 9600

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

95%

#715

GeForce 6150

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

95%

#716

MOBILITY RADEON X300

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

88%

#717

MOBILITY RADEON X700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

87%

#718

Mobility Radeon HD 4225

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

86%

#719

RADEON X800 SE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $15

84%

#720

MOBILITY RADEON 9700

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

71%

#721

Mobility Radeon HD 2300

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

66%

#722

GeForce 7800 GTX

MSRP: $599|Avg: $40

58%

#723

RADEON 9600SE

MSRP: $65|Avg: $65

55%

#724

Radeon X1200

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

53%

#725

Radeon 2100

MSRP: $149|Avg: $49

52%

#726

GeForce 6800

MSRP: $299|Avg: $50

49%

#727

Radeon 3100

MSRP: $199|Avg: $30

48%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The FirePro 3D V3700 is significantly newer (2014 vs 2008). The FirePro 3D V3700 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 6800 GS lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce 6800 GS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 7.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro 3D V3700.

Insight	FirePro 3D V3700	GeForce 6800 GS
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-7.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+7.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The FirePro 3D V3700 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro 3D V3700 holds the technical lead. Priced at $10 (vs $40), it costs 75% less, resulting in a 272.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro 3D V3700	GeForce 6800 GS
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+272.9%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($10)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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.

FirePro 3D V3700 Benchmark Check

GeForce 6800 GS Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro 3D V3700 and GeForce 6800 GS

FirePro 3D V3700

The FirePro 3D V3700 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 18 2014. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 850 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 274W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 179 points.

GeForce 6800 GS

The GeForce 6800 GS is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 15 2008. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 500 MHz. It has 224 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 192 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the FirePro 3D V3700 scores 179 versus the GeForce 6800 GS's 192 — the GeForce 6800 GS leads by 7.3%. The FirePro 3D V3700 is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce 6800 GS uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (FirePro 3D V3700) vs 224 (GeForce 6800 GS).

Feature	FirePro 3D V3700	GeForce 6800 GS
G3D Mark Score	179	192+7%
Architecture	GCN 1.0	G9x
Process Node	28 nm	65 nm
Shading Units	2048+814%	224

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro 3D V3700	GeForce 6800 GS
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 256 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	FirePro 3D V3700	GeForce 6800 GS
VRAM Capacity	0.25 GB	0.25 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 10.1 (FirePro 3D V3700) vs 9.0c (GeForce 6800 GS). Vulkan: None vs None. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 2.1. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.

Feature	FirePro 3D V3700	GeForce 6800 GS
DirectX	10.1+12%	9.0c
Vulkan	None	None
OpenGL	3.3+57%	2.1
Max Displays	2	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: UVD (FirePro 3D V3700) vs No (GeForce 6800 GS). Decoder: UVD vs PureVideo. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (FirePro 3D V3700) vs MPEG-2 (GeForce 6800 GS).

Feature	FirePro 3D V3700	GeForce 6800 GS
Encoder	UVD	No
Decoder	UVD	PureVideo
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1	MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro 3D V3700 draws 274W versus the GeForce 6800 GS's 150W — a 58.5% difference. The GeForce 6800 GS is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 3D V3700) vs 350W (GeForce 6800 GS). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy. Card length: 168mm vs 216mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 65°C vs 85°C.

Feature	FirePro 3D V3700	GeForce 6800 GS
TDP	274W	150W-45%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Legacy
Length	168mm	216mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	1	1
Temp (Load)	65°C-24%	85°C
Perf/Watt	0.7	1.3+86%

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Value Analysis

The FirePro 3D V3700 launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $10, while the GeForce 6800 GS launched at $249 and now averages $40. The FirePro 3D V3700 costs 75% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 17.9 (FirePro 3D V3700) vs 4.8 (GeForce 6800 GS) — the FirePro 3D V3700 offers 272.9% better value. The FirePro 3D V3700 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2008).