FirePro 3D V8700 vs GeForce GTX 1650
FirePro 3D V8700
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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 V8700 is positioned at rank #365 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro 3D V8700
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce GTX 1650 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce GTX 1650 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro 3D V8700 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 552.5% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (4 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro 3D V8700.
| Insight | FirePro 3D V8700 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-552.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+552.5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (254mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $1,229 for the FirePro 3D V8700, it costs 94% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 10592.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro 3D V8700 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+10592.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,229) | ✅More affordable ($75) |
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 V8700 and GeForce GTX 1650
FirePro 3D V8700
The FirePro 3D V8700 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: 1,206 points.
GeForce GTX 1650
The GeForce GTX 1650 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 23 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1485 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,869 points. Launch price was $149.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the FirePro 3D V8700 scores 1,206 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 552.5%. The FirePro 3D V8700 is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (FirePro 3D V8700) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 3.482 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V8700) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8700 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,206 | 7,869+552% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Turing |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+129% | 896 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 3.482 TFLOPS+17% | 2.984 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 128+129% | 56 |
| L1 Cache | 512 KB | 896 KB+75% |
| L2 Cache | 0.75 MB | 1 MB+33% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8700 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The FirePro 3D V8700 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.75 MB (FirePro 3D V8700) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8700 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB | 4 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 0.75 MB | 1 MB+33% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.1 (FirePro 3D V8700) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Vulkan: None vs 1.4. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8700 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.1 | 12+19% |
| Vulkan | None | 1.4 |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.6+39% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 3+50% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: UVD 2 (FirePro 3D V8700) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: UVD 2 vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (FirePro 3D V8700) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8700 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | UVD 2 | NVENC 5th gen (Volta) |
| Decoder | UVD 2 | NVDEC 4th gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro 3D V8700 draws 274W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 114% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 3D V8700) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 254mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 70°C.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8700 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 274W | 75W-73% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 300W-14% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | 254mm | 229mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 70°C | 70°C |
| Perf/Watt | 4.4 | 104.9+2284% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro 3D V8700 launched at $1499 MSRP and currently averages $1229, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 93.9% less ($1154 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.0 (FirePro 3D V8700) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 10390% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2014).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8700 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1499 | $149-90% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1229 | $75-94% |
| Performance per Dollar | 1.0 | 104.9+10390% |
| Codename | Tahiti | TU117 |
| Release | January 18 2014 | April 23 2019 |
| Ranking | #423 | #323 |
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