FirePro M6100 vs GRID M3-3020
FirePro M6100
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GRID M3-3020
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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
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar GRID M3-3020
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID M3-3020 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro M6100.
| Insight | FirePro M6100 | GRID M3-3020 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 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 $50), it costs 40% less, resulting in a 66.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro M6100 | GRID M3-3020 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+66.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) |
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 M6100 and GRID M3-3020
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.
GRID M3-3020
The GRID M3-3020 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1033 MHz to 1306 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,500 points.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro M6100 scores 2,495 and the GRID M3-3020 reaches 2,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro M6100 is built on GCN 2.0 while the GRID M3-3020 uses Maxwell, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 896 (FirePro M6100) vs 640 (GRID M3-3020). Raw compute: 1.971 TFLOPS (FirePro M6100) vs 1.672 TFLOPS (GRID M3-3020).
| Feature | FirePro M6100 | GRID M3-3020 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,495 | 2,500 |
| Architecture | GCN 2.0 | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 896+40% | 640 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.971 TFLOPS+18% | 1.672 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 16 | 16 |
| TMUs | 56+40% | 40 |
| L1 Cache | 224 KB | 320 KB+43% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 2 MB+700% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro M6100 | GRID M3-3020 |
|---|---|---|
| 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: 0.25 MB (FirePro M6100) vs 2 MB (GRID M3-3020) — the GRID M3-3020 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | FirePro M6100 | GRID M3-3020 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 2 MB+700% |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro M6100 draws 150W versus the GRID M3-3020's 250W — a 50% difference. The FirePro M6100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro M6100) vs 350W (GRID M3-3020). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | FirePro M6100 | GRID M3-3020 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W-40% | 250W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 16.6+66% | 10.0 |
Value Analysis
The FirePro M6100 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GRID M3-3020 launched at $1000 and now averages $50. The FirePro M6100 costs 40% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 83.2 (FirePro M6100) vs 50.0 (GRID M3-3020) — the FirePro M6100 offers 66.4% better value. The GRID M3-3020 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2014).
| Feature | FirePro M6100 | GRID M3-3020 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $1000 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-40% | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | 83.2+66% | 50.0 |
| Codename | Emerald | GM107 |
| Release | May 27 2014 | May 18 2016 |
| Ranking | #638 | #587 |
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