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Firepro M4100
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU uses modern memory architecture. The Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Firepro M4100 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Firepro M4100 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Firepro M4100 | Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Firepro M4100 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $30 versus $100 for the Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU, it costs 70% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 229.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Firepro M4100 | Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+229.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100) |
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 M4100 and Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU
Firepro M4100
The Firepro M4100 is manufactured by an unknown manufacturer. It was released in October 16 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 670 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,059 points.
Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU
The Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,072 points.
Graphics Performance
The Firepro M4100 scores 1,059 and the Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU reaches 1,072 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.
| Feature | Firepro M4100 | Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,059 | 1,072+1% |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 5 nm |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Firepro M4100 | Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| 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 M4100 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU has 0 MB. The Firepro M4100 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.
| Feature | Firepro M4100 | Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Firepro M4100 draws 30W versus the Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU's 7W — a 124.3% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Firepro M4100) vs 1W (Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.
| Feature | Firepro M4100 | Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W | 7W-77% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Integrated |
| Length | 82mm | — |
| Height | 70mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 35.3 | 153.1+334% |
Value Analysis
The Firepro M4100 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU launched at $200 and now averages $100. The Firepro M4100 costs 70% less ($70 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 35.3 (Firepro M4100) vs 10.7 (Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU) — the Firepro M4100 offers 229.9% better value. The Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2013).
| Feature | Firepro M4100 | Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $200 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-70% | $100 |
| Performance per Dollar | 35.3+230% | 10.7 |
| Codename | Mars | — |
| Release | October 16 2013 | December 6 2018 |
| Ranking | #866 | #860 |
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