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FirePro 3D V8800
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UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs
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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 V8800 is positioned at rank #312 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 V8800
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is significantly newer (2020 vs 2010). The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro 3D V8800 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro 3D V8800 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.6% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (2 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs.
| Insight | FirePro 3D V8800 | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)) | Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $20 versus $30 for the FirePro 3D V8800, it costs 33% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 47.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro 3D V8800 | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+47.7%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($30) | ✅More affordable ($20) |
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 V8800 and UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs
FirePro 3D V8800
The FirePro 3D V8800 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: 2,438 points. Launch price was $479.
UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs
The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is manufactured by Intel. It was released in August 15 2020. It features the Gen. 11 Ice Lake architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 1450 MHz. It has 48 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 28W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,400 points.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro 3D V8800 scores 2,438 and the UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs reaches 2,400 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro 3D V8800 is built on TeraScale 2 while the UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs uses Gen. 11 Ice Lake, both on 40 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 800 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 48 (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,438+2% | 2,400 |
| Architecture | TeraScale 2 | Gen. 11 Ice Lake |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 10 nm |
| Shading Units | 800+1567% | 48 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs |
|---|---|---|
| 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 V8800 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs has 0 MB. The FirePro 3D V8800 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | System |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.2 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 12 (12_1) (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs). Vulkan: None vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.4 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.2 | 12 (12_1)+7% |
| Vulkan | None | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.4 | 4.6+5% |
| Max Displays | 4+33% | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (FirePro 3D V8800) vs Quick Sync (Tiger Lake) (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs). Decoder: UVD 2.3 vs Quick Sync (Tiger Lake). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | Quick Sync (Tiger Lake) |
| Decoder | UVD 2.3 | Quick Sync (Tiger Lake) |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro 3D V8800 draws 74W versus the UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs's 28W — a 90.2% difference. The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 1W (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated. Card length: 267mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 85.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 74W | 28W-62% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Integrated |
| Length | 267mm | 0mm |
| Height | 111mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 32.9 | 85.7+160% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro 3D V8800 launched at $1499 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs launched at $0 and now averages $20. The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs costs 33.3% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 81.3 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 120.0 (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) — the UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs offers 47.6% better value. The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2010).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1499 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30 | $20-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 81.3 | 120.0+48% |
| Codename | Juniper | Tiger Lake Xe |
| Release | April 26 2010 | August 15 2020 |
| Ranking | #780 | #712 |
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