FirePro 3D V3700 vs GeForce GT 120
FirePro 3D V3700
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GeForce GT 120
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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 FirePro 3D V3700 is positioned at rank 303 and the GeForce GT 120 is on rank 317, so the FirePro 3D V3700 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro 3D V3700
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 120
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 120 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (512 MB vs 256 MB). 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 GT 120 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| 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 280.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro 3D V3700 | GeForce GT 120 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+280.9%) | ❌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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of FirePro 3D V3700 and GeForce GT 120
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 GT 120
The GeForce GT 120 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1228 MHz to 1468 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 188 points. Launch price was $79.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the FirePro 3D V3700 scores 179 versus the GeForce GT 120's 188 — the GeForce GT 120 leads by 5%. The FirePro 3D V3700 is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce GT 120 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (FirePro 3D V3700) vs 384 (GeForce GT 120). Raw compute: 3.482 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V3700) vs 1.127 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 120).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V3700 | GeForce GT 120 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 179 | 188+5% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Pascal |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+433% | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 3.482 TFLOPS+209% | 1.127 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32+100% | 16 |
| TMUs | 128+433% | 24 |
| L1 Cache | 512 KB+256% | 144 KB |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+50% | 512 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro 3D V3700 | GeForce GT 120 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The FirePro 3D V3700 comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 120 has 512 MB. The GeForce GT 120 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 768 KB (FirePro 3D V3700) vs 512 KB (GeForce GT 120) — the FirePro 3D V3700 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V3700 | GeForce GT 120 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.25 GB | 0.5 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+50% | 512 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.1 (FirePro 3D V3700) vs 10.0 (GeForce GT 120). Vulkan: None vs None. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V3700 | GeForce GT 120 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.1 | 10.0 |
| Vulkan | None | None |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 3.3 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: UVD (FirePro 3D V3700) vs No (GeForce GT 120). Decoder: UVD vs PureVideo HD VP3. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (FirePro 3D V3700) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (GeForce GT 120).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V3700 | GeForce GT 120 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | UVD | No |
| Decoder | UVD | PureVideo HD VP3 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro 3D V3700 draws 274W versus the GeForce GT 120's 30W — a 160.5% difference. The GeForce GT 120 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 3D V3700) vs 350W (GeForce GT 120). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 168mm vs 168mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 65°C vs 65°C.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V3700 | GeForce GT 120 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 274W | 30W-89% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 168mm | 168mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 65°C | 65°C |
| Perf/Watt | 0.7 | 6.3+800% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro 3D V3700 launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $10, while the GeForce GT 120 launched at $100 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 4.7 (GeForce GT 120) — the FirePro 3D V3700 offers 280.9% better value. The GeForce GT 120 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2014).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V3700 | GeForce GT 120 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $99-1% | $100 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10-75% | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | 17.9+281% | 4.7 |
| Codename | Tahiti | GP108 |
| Release | January 18 2014 | May 17 2017 |
| Ranking | #423 | #641 |
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