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FirePro 3D V3800
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Radeon R5 M320
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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 V3800 is positioned at rank 238 and the Radeon R5 M320 is on rank 578, so the FirePro 3D V3800 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 V3800
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R5 M320
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R5 M320 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro 3D V3800.
| Insight | FirePro 3D V3800 | Radeon R5 M320 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN (2012−2015)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro 3D V3800 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro 3D V3800 holds the technical lead. Priced at $12 (vs $150), it costs 92% less, resulting in a 1142.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro 3D V3800 | Radeon R5 M320 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1142.1%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($12) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) |
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 V3800 and Radeon R5 M320
FirePro 3D V3800
The FirePro 3D V3800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 26 2010. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 690 MHz. It has 800 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 74W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 472 points. Launch price was $479.
Radeon R5 M320
The Radeon R5 M320 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 9 2015. It features the GCN architecture. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 475 points.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro 3D V3800 scores 472 and the Radeon R5 M320 reaches 475 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro 3D V3800 is built on TeraScale 2 while the Radeon R5 M320 uses GCN, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 800 (FirePro 3D V3800) vs 1,024 (Radeon R5 M320).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V3800 | Radeon R5 M320 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 472 | 475 |
| Architecture | TeraScale 2 | GCN |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 800 | 1024+28% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro 3D V3800 | Radeon R5 M320 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V3800 | Radeon R5 M320 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro 3D V3800 draws 74W versus the Radeon R5 M320's 75W — a 1.3% difference. The FirePro 3D V3800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 3D V3800) vs 350W (Radeon R5 M320). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V3800 | Radeon R5 M320 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 74W-1% | 75W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Mobile |
| Length | 168mm | — |
| Height | 64mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 65°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 6.4+2% | 6.3 |
Value Analysis
The FirePro 3D V3800 launched at $129 MSRP and currently averages $12, while the Radeon R5 M320 launched at $150 and now averages $150. The FirePro 3D V3800 costs 92% less ($138 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 39.3 (FirePro 3D V3800) vs 3.2 (Radeon R5 M320) — the FirePro 3D V3800 offers 1128.1% better value. The Radeon R5 M320 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2010).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V3800 | Radeon R5 M320 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $129-14% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $12-92% | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 39.3+1128% | 3.2 |
| Codename | Juniper | Pitcairn |
| Release | April 26 2010 | June 9 2015 |
| Ranking | #780 | #522 |
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