FirePro M7740
VS
GeForce RTX 2060

FirePro M7740 vs GeForce RTX 2060

FirePro M7740

2012Core: 675 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 2060

2019Core: 1365 MHzBoost: 1680 MHz

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. The FirePro M7740 is positioned at rank #329 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 FirePro M7740

#314
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
11108%
#329
FirePro M7740
MSRP: $500|Avg: $500
100%
#330
Quadro FX 570
MSRP: $199|Avg: $15
98%
#331
RTXA5000-24Q
MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100
97%
#332
GRID P40-1Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
96%
#334
Tesla M10
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500
95%
#335
Tesla C2050
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $95
95%
#336
FirePro S10000
MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500
95%
#337
Quadro FX 3450
MSRP: $119|Avg: $30
94%
#338
GRID P40-24Q
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $200
93%
#339
Quadro 4000
MSRP: $1199|Avg: $30
92%
#340
FireStream 9250
MSRP: $999|Avg: $49
88%
#341
GRID P40-3Q
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699
86%
#342
GRID M10-2Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150
81%
#343
Tesla K80
MSRP: $5000|Avg: $50
80%
#344
GRID M10-4Q
MSRP: $2805|Avg: $340
80%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 2060 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2012). The GeForce RTX 2060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro M7740 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 2060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2022.4% higher G3D Mark score and 500% more VRAM (6 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro M7740.

InsightFirePro M7740GeForce RTX 2060
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-2022.4%)
Leading raw performance (+2022.4%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $120 versus $500 for the FirePro M7740, it costs 76% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 8743.4% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightFirePro M7740GeForce RTX 2060
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+8743.4%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500)
More affordable ($120)

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 M7740 and GeForce RTX 2060

AMD

FirePro M7740

The FirePro M7740 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 27 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 675 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 665 points.

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 2060

The GeForce RTX 2060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 7 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1680 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 30 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 14,114 points. Launch price was $349.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the FirePro M7740 scores 665 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 2022.4%. The FirePro M7740 is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 512 (FirePro M7740) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 0.6912 TFLOPS (FirePro M7740) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060).

FeatureFirePro M7740GeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score
665
14,114+2022%
Architecture
GCN 1.0
Turing
Process Node
28 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
512
1920+275%
Compute (TFLOPS)
0.6912 TFLOPS
6.451 TFLOPS+833%
ROPs
16
48+200%
TMUs
32
120+275%
L1 Cache
0.13 MB
1.9 MB+1362%
L2 Cache
0.25 MB
3 MB+1100%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureFirePro M7740GeForce RTX 2060
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation
Not Supported
FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
NVIDIA Reflex
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro M7740 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2060 offers 500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (FirePro M7740) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureFirePro M7740GeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity
1 GB
6 GB+500%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR6
Bus Width
64-bit
192-bit+200%
L2 Cache
0.25 MB
3 MB+1100%
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 10.1 (FirePro M7740) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). Vulkan: None vs 1.3. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

FeatureFirePro M7740GeForce RTX 2060
DirectX
10.1
12 Ultimate (12_2)+19%
Vulkan
None
1.3
OpenGL
3.3
4.6+39%
Max Displays
2
4+100%
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (FirePro M7740) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: UVD 2 vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro M7740) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce RTX 2060).

FeatureFirePro M7740GeForce RTX 2060
Encoder
None
NVENC (Turing)
Decoder
UVD 2
NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs
H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2
H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1
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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro M7740 draws 33W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 131.6% difference. The FirePro M7740 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro M7740) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 229mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 72.

FeatureFirePro M7740GeForce RTX 2060
TDP
33W-79%
160W
Recommended PSU
350W-30%
500W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
8-pin
Length
0mm
229mm
Height
0mm
113mm
Slots
1-50%
2
Temp (Load)
85°C
72-15%
Perf/Watt
20.2
88.2+337%
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Value Analysis

The FirePro M7740 launched at $500 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. The GeForce RTX 2060 costs 76% less ($380 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.3 (FirePro M7740) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 8946.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2012).

FeatureFirePro M7740GeForce RTX 2060
MSRP
$500
$349-30%
Avg Price (30d)
$500
$120-76%
Performance per Dollar
1.3
117.6+8946%
Codename
Chelsea
TU106
Release
June 27 2012
January 7 2019
Ranking
#752
#168