FirePro 3D V7800 vs FirePro M5100

FirePro 3D V7800

2014Core: 850 MHz

FirePro M5100

2013Core: 725 MHzBoost: 775 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro 3D V7800

274

1,867

0.0%

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual

Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual

Radeon Vega 6 Ryzen 3 3350U

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB

FirePro M5100

150

1,874

+0.4%

Radeon HD 6750

Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual

Radeon Vega 6 Ryzen 3 3350U

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB

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. The FirePro 3D V7800 is positioned at rank #270 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 V7800

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

96%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

95%

#255

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

6005%

#270

FirePro 3D V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $40

100%

#271

FirePro S9050

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825

100%

#272

FirePro R5000

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150

98%

#273

GRID M6-8Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

97%

#276

GRID K120Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $20

95%

#278

Tesla M60

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $250

95%

#279

FirePro V7900

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

92%

#280

GRID P6-4Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

90%

#281

GRID M60-8A

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

90%

#283

Quadro K4000

MSRP: $1269|Avg: $100

87%

#285

GRID P4-2Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235

86%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FirePro M5100 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro 3D V7800.

Insight	FirePro 3D V7800	FirePro M5100
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (254mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The FirePro M5100 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro M5100 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $40), it costs 25% less, resulting in a 33.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro 3D V7800	FirePro M5100
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+33.8%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40)	✅More affordable ($30)

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro 3D V7800 and FirePro M5100

FirePro 3D V7800

The FirePro 3D V7800 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: 1,867 points.

FirePro M5100

The FirePro M5100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 16 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 725 MHz to 775 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,874 points.

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Graphics Performance

The FirePro 3D V7800 scores 1,867 and the FirePro M5100 reaches 1,874 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro 3D V7800 is built on GCN 1.0 while the FirePro M5100 uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (FirePro 3D V7800) vs 640 (FirePro M5100). Raw compute: 3.482 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V7800) vs 0.992 TFLOPS (FirePro M5100).

Feature	FirePro 3D V7800	FirePro M5100
G3D Mark Score	1,867	1,874
Architecture	GCN 1.0	GCN 1.0
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	2048+220%	640
Compute (TFLOPS)	3.482 TFLOPS+251%	0.992 TFLOPS
ROPs	32+100%	16
TMUs	128+220%	40
L1 Cache	512 KB+220%	160 KB
L2 Cache	768 KB+200%	256 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro 3D V7800	FirePro M5100
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 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 768 KB (FirePro 3D V7800) vs 256 KB (FirePro M5100) — the FirePro 3D V7800 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	FirePro 3D V7800	FirePro M5100
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	768 KB+200%	256 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.0 (FirePro 3D V7800) vs 12 (FL11_1) (FirePro M5100). Vulkan: None vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.1 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 1.

Feature	FirePro 3D V7800	FirePro M5100
DirectX	11.0	12 (FL11_1)+9%
Vulkan	None	1.2
OpenGL	4.1	4.6+12%
Max Displays	3+200%	1

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: UVD 2.3 (FirePro 3D V7800) vs VCE 1.0 (FirePro M5100). Decoder: UVD 2.3 vs UVD 4.0. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (FirePro 3D V7800) vs H.264,VC-1 (FirePro M5100).

Feature	FirePro 3D V7800	FirePro M5100
Encoder	UVD 2.3	VCE 1.0
Decoder	UVD 2.3	UVD 4.0
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1	H.264,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro 3D V7800 draws 274W versus the FirePro M5100's 150W — a 58.5% difference. The FirePro M5100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 3D V7800) vs 350W (FirePro M5100). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 254mm vs 82mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 75°C.

Feature	FirePro 3D V7800	FirePro M5100
TDP	274W	150W-45%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	254mm	82mm
Height	111mm	70mm
Slots	1	1
Temp (Load)	85°C	75°C-12%
Perf/Watt	6.8	12.5+84%

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Value Analysis

The FirePro 3D V7800 launched at $759 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the FirePro M5100 launched at $0 and now averages $30. The FirePro M5100 costs 25% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 46.7 (FirePro 3D V7800) vs 62.5 (FirePro M5100) — the FirePro M5100 offers 33.8% better value. The FirePro 3D V7800 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2013).