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FirePro M6000
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FirePro 3D V7800
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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 M6000 is positioned at rank 193 and the FirePro 3D V7800 is on rank 270, so the FirePro M6000 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro M6000
Performance Per Dollar FirePro 3D V7800
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro 3D V7800 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro M6000.
| Insight | FirePro M6000 | FirePro 3D V7800 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (254mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro 3D V7800 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro 3D V7800 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $50), it costs 20% less, resulting in a 28.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro M6000 | FirePro 3D V7800 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+28.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) | ✅More affordable ($40) |
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 M6000 and FirePro 3D V7800
FirePro M6000
The FirePro M6000 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in July 1 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 43W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,820 points.
FirePro 3D V7800
The FirePro 3D V7800 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: 1,867 points.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro M6000 scores 1,820 and the FirePro 3D V7800 reaches 1,867 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro M6000 is built on GCN 1.0 while the FirePro 3D V7800 uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 640 (FirePro M6000) vs 2,048 (FirePro 3D V7800). Raw compute: 1.024 TFLOPS (FirePro M6000) vs 3.482 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V7800).
| Feature | FirePro M6000 | FirePro 3D V7800 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,820 | 1,867+3% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 640 | 2048+220% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.024 TFLOPS | 3.482 TFLOPS+240% |
| ROPs | 16 | 32+100% |
| TMUs | 40 | 128+220% |
| L1 Cache | 160 KB | 512 KB+220% |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 768 KB+200% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro M6000 | FirePro 3D V7800 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 256 KB (FirePro M6000) vs 768 KB (FirePro 3D V7800) — the FirePro 3D V7800 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | FirePro M6000 | FirePro 3D V7800 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 768 KB+200% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.1 (FirePro M6000) vs 11.0 (FirePro 3D V7800). Vulkan: N/A vs None. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.1. Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 3.
| Feature | FirePro M6000 | FirePro 3D V7800 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.1 | 11.0 |
| Vulkan | N/A | None |
| OpenGL | 4.6+12% | 4.1 |
| Max Displays | 6+100% | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0 (FirePro M6000) vs UVD 2.3 (FirePro 3D V7800). Decoder: UVD 4.0 vs UVD 2.3. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264,MPEG-4 (FirePro M6000) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (FirePro 3D V7800).
| Feature | FirePro M6000 | FirePro 3D V7800 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | VCE 1.0 | UVD 2.3 |
| Decoder | UVD 4.0 | UVD 2.3 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264,MPEG-4 | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro M6000 draws 43W versus the FirePro 3D V7800's 274W — a 145.7% difference. The FirePro M6000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro M6000) vs 350W (FirePro 3D V7800). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 254mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 85°C.
| Feature | FirePro M6000 | FirePro 3D V7800 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 43W-84% | 274W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | 254mm |
| Height | 0mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 42.3+522% | 6.8 |
Value Analysis
The FirePro M6000 launched at $300 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the FirePro 3D V7800 launched at $759 and now averages $40. The FirePro 3D V7800 costs 20% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 36.4 (FirePro M6000) vs 46.7 (FirePro 3D V7800) — the FirePro 3D V7800 offers 28.3% better value. The FirePro 3D V7800 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2012).
| Feature | FirePro M6000 | FirePro 3D V7800 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $300-60% | $759 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $40-20% |
| Performance per Dollar | 36.4 | 46.7+28% |
| Codename | Heathrow | Tahiti |
| Release | July 1 2012 | January 18 2014 |
| Ranking | #710 | #423 |
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