
FirePro 3D V3700 vs Quadro FX 580

FirePro 3D V3700
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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 Quadro FX 580 is on rank 355, 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 Quadro FX 580
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 Quadro FX 580 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro FX 580 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.1% 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 | Quadro FX 580 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) |
| 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 | — |
💎 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 $500), it costs 98% less, resulting in a 4844.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro 3D V3700 | Quadro FX 580 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+4844.8%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($10) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500) |
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 Quadro FX 580

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.

Quadro FX 580
The Quadro FX 580 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 11 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 610 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 189W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 181 points. Launch price was $3,499.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro 3D V3700 scores 179 and the Quadro FX 580 reaches 181 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro 3D V3700 is built on GCN 1.0 while the Quadro FX 580 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (FirePro 3D V3700) vs 240 (Quadro FX 580). Raw compute: 3.482 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V3700) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 580).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V3700 | Quadro FX 580 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 179 | 181+1% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Tesla 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 55 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+753% | 240 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 3.482 TFLOPS+460% | 0.6221 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 128+60% | 80 |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+200% | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro 3D V3700 | Quadro FX 580 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Quadro FX 580 has 512 MB. The Quadro FX 580 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 256 KB (Quadro FX 580) — the FirePro 3D V3700 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V3700 | Quadro FX 580 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.25 GB | 0.5 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+200% | 256 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro 3D V3700 draws 274W versus the Quadro FX 580's 189W — a 36.7% difference. The Quadro FX 580 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 3D V3700) vs 350W (Quadro FX 580). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V3700 | Quadro FX 580 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 274W | 189W-31% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 168mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 65°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 0.7 | 1.0+43% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro 3D V3700 launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $10, while the Quadro FX 580 launched at $199 and now averages $500. The FirePro 3D V3700 costs 98% less ($490 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 17.9 (FirePro 3D V3700) vs 0.4 (Quadro FX 580) — the FirePro 3D V3700 offers 4375% better value. The FirePro 3D V3700 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2008).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V3700 | Quadro FX 580 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $99-50% | $199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10-98% | $500 |
| Performance per Dollar | 17.9+4375% | 0.4 |
| Codename | Tahiti | GT200B |
| Release | January 18 2014 | November 11 2008 |
| Ranking | #423 | #815 |
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