FirePro 3D V8700 vs Quadro 2000 D
FirePro 3D V8700
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Quadro 2000 D
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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 V8700 is positioned at rank 365 and the Quadro 2000 D is on rank 288, so the Quadro 2000 D 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 V8700
Performance Per Dollar Quadro 2000 D
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro 2000 D is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.7% 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 | Quadro 2000 D |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| 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 Quadro 2000 D offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro 2000 D holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $1,229), it costs 97% less, resulting in a 3507.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro 3D V8700 | Quadro 2000 D |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+3507.5%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,229) | ✅More affordable ($35) |
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 Quadro 2000 D
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.
Quadro 2000 D
The Quadro 2000 D is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 5 2011. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 625 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 62W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,239 points. Launch price was $599.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro 3D V8700 scores 1,206 and the Quadro 2000 D reaches 1,239 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro 3D V8700 is built on GCN 1.0 while the Quadro 2000 D uses Fermi, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (FirePro 3D V8700) vs 192 (Quadro 2000 D). Raw compute: 3.482 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V8700) vs 0.48 TFLOPS (Quadro 2000 D).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8700 | Quadro 2000 D |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,206 | 1,239+3% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Fermi |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+967% | 192 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 3.482 TFLOPS+625% | 0.48 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32+100% | 16 |
| TMUs | 128+300% | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 512 KB+100% | 256 KB |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+200% | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8700 | Quadro 2000 D |
|---|---|---|
| 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 V8700 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro 2000 D has 4 GB. The Quadro 2000 D offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 768 KB (FirePro 3D V8700) vs 256 KB (Quadro 2000 D) — the FirePro 3D V8700 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8700 | Quadro 2000 D |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB | 4 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+200% | 256 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.1 (FirePro 3D V8700) vs 12 (11_0) (Quadro 2000 D). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8700 | Quadro 2000 D |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.1 | 12 (11_0)+19% |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.6+39% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Decoder: UVD 2 vs NVDEC 1. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (FirePro 3D V8700) vs MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 (Quadro 2000 D).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8700 | Quadro 2000 D |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | UVD 2 | — |
| Decoder | UVD 2 | NVDEC 1 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 | MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro 3D V8700 draws 274W versus the Quadro 2000 D's 62W — a 126.2% difference. The Quadro 2000 D is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 3D V8700) vs 350W (Quadro 2000 D). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 254mm vs 178mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8700 | Quadro 2000 D |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 274W | 62W-77% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 254mm | 178mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 1-50% |
| Temp (Load) | 70°C-7% | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 4.4 | 20.0+355% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro 3D V8700 launched at $1499 MSRP and currently averages $1229, while the Quadro 2000 D launched at $599 and now averages $35. The Quadro 2000 D costs 97.2% less ($1194 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.0 (FirePro 3D V8700) vs 35.4 (Quadro 2000 D) — the Quadro 2000 D offers 3440% better value. The FirePro 3D V8700 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2011).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8700 | Quadro 2000 D |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1499 | $599-60% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1229 | $35-97% |
| Performance per Dollar | 1.0 | 35.4+3440% |
| Codename | Tahiti | GF106 |
| Release | January 18 2014 | October 5 2011 |
| Ranking | #423 | #892 |
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