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FirePro 3D V8750
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The FirePro 3D V8750 is positioned at rank 370 and the Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) is on rank 164, so the Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) 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 V8750
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FirePro 3D V8750 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | FirePro 3D V8750 | Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN (2012−2015)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (254mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $500), it costs 93% less, resulting in a 1360% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro 3D V8750 | Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1360%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500) | ✅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 V8750 and Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)
FirePro 3D V8750
The FirePro 3D V8750 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: 1,272 points.
Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)
The Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 14 2014. It features the GCN architecture. The core clock speed is 720 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,300 points.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro 3D V8750 scores 1,272 and the Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) reaches 1,300 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro 3D V8750 is built on GCN 1.0 while the Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) uses GCN, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (FirePro 3D V8750) vs 512 (Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8750 | Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,272 | 1,300+2% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | GCN |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+300% | 512 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8750 | Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The FirePro 3D V8750 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) has 512 MB. The FirePro 3D V8750 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8750 | Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB+300% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.1 (FirePro 3D V8750) vs 12 (Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)). Vulkan: None vs 1.1. OpenGL: 3.2 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8750 | Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.1 | 12+19% |
| Vulkan | None | 1.1 |
| OpenGL | 3.2 | 4.5+41% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 3+50% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: UVD 2 (FirePro 3D V8750) vs VCE 2.0 (Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)). Decoder: UVD 2 vs UVD 4.2. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (FirePro 3D V8750) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8750 | Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | UVD 2 | VCE 2.0 |
| Decoder | UVD 2 | UVD 4.2 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro 3D V8750 draws 274W versus the Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)'s 30W — a 160.5% difference. The Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 3D V8750) vs 350W (Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Typical load temperature: 90°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8750 | Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 274W | 30W-89% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | 254mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 90°C | 80°C-11% |
| Perf/Watt | 4.6 | 43.3+841% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro 3D V8750 launched at $1799 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) launched at $173 and now averages $35. The Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) costs 93% less ($465 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 2.5 (FirePro 3D V8750) vs 37.1 (Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)) — the Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) offers 1384% better value.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8750 | Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1799 | $173-90% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $500 | $35-93% |
| Performance per Dollar | 2.5 | 37.1+1384% |
| Codename | Tahiti | Kaveri Spectre |
| Release | January 18 2014 | January 14 2014 |
| Ranking | #423 | #830 |
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