FirePro M6100 vs FirePro 3D V8800

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar FirePro 3D V8800

#116

Radeon Pro SSG

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500

96%

#297

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

9063%

#312

FirePro 3D V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $30

100%

#313

Quadro K5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $60

98%

#314

Quadro 2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $25

97%

#315

FirePro S7150

MSRP: $2399|Avg: $459

96%

#317

FirePro W9000

MSRP: $3999|Avg: $150

94%

#318

GRID M60-4Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

94%

#319

FirePro V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $100

93%

#320

Quadro K6000

MSRP: $5265|Avg: $300

93%

#321

NVS 510

MSRP: $449|Avg: $15

93%

#322

GRID M60-1Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $50

91%

#323

GRID K280Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50

87%

#324

FirePro M2000

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

87%

#325

Tesla K20c

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500

85%

#326

GRID M6-1Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

85%

#327

Quadro FX 380

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

84%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FirePro M6100 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro 3D V8800.

Insight	FirePro M6100	FirePro 3D V8800
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The FirePro M6100 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro M6100 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $30), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 2.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro M6100	FirePro 3D V8800
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+2.3%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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 M6100 and FirePro 3D V8800

FirePro M6100

The FirePro M6100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 27 2014. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 1100 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,495 points.

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.

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Graphics Performance

The FirePro M6100 scores 2,495 and the FirePro 3D V8800 reaches 2,438 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro M6100 is built on GCN 2.0 while the FirePro 3D V8800 uses TeraScale 2, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 896 (FirePro M6100) vs 800 (FirePro 3D V8800). Raw compute: 1.971 TFLOPS (FirePro M6100) vs 1.104 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V8800).

Feature	FirePro M6100	FirePro 3D V8800
G3D Mark Score	2,495+2%	2,438
Architecture	GCN 2.0	TeraScale 2
Process Node	28 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	896+12%	800
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.971 TFLOPS+79%	1.104 TFLOPS
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	56+40%	40
L1 Cache	224 KB+180%	80 KB
L2 Cache	256 KB	256 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro M6100	FirePro 3D V8800
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	FirePro M6100	FirePro 3D V8800
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	256 KB	256 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FirePro M6100) vs 11.2 (FirePro 3D V8800). Vulkan: 1.2 vs None. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	FirePro M6100	FirePro 3D V8800
DirectX	12+7%	11.2
Vulkan	1.2	None
OpenGL	4.6+5%	4.4
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 2.0 (FirePro M6100) vs None (FirePro 3D V8800). Decoder: UVD 4.2 vs UVD 2.3. Supported codecs: H.264 (FirePro M6100) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro 3D V8800).

Feature	FirePro M6100	FirePro 3D V8800
Encoder	VCE 2.0	None
Decoder	UVD 4.2	UVD 2.3
Codecs	H.264	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro M6100 draws 150W versus the FirePro 3D V8800's 74W — a 67.9% difference. The FirePro 3D V8800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro M6100) vs 350W (FirePro 3D V8800). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 267mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 85.

Feature	FirePro M6100	FirePro 3D V8800
TDP	150W	74W-51%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	0mm	267mm
Height	0mm	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	85	85
Perf/Watt	16.6	32.9+98%

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Value Analysis

The FirePro M6100 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the FirePro 3D V8800 launched at $1499 and now averages $30. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 83.2 (FirePro M6100) vs 81.3 (FirePro 3D V8800) — the FirePro M6100 offers 2.3% better value. The FirePro M6100 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2010).