FirePro M7740 vs Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual
FirePro M7740
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Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual
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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.
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 M7740 is positioned at rank 329 and the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual is on rank 495, so the FirePro M7740 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro M7740
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FirePro M7740 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | FirePro M7740 | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $500), it costs 93% less, resulting in a 1354.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro M7740 | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1354.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500) | ✅More affordable ($35) |
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 Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual
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.
Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual
The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 775 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 677 points.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro M7740 scores 665 and the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual reaches 677 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 512 (FirePro M7740) vs 768 (Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual).
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 665 | 677+2% |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 512 | 768+50% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The FirePro M7740 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual has 512 MB. The FirePro M7740 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB+100% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro M7740 draws 33W versus the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual's 50W — a 41% difference. The FirePro M7740 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro M7740) vs 350W (Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 33W-34% | 50W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 20.2+50% | 13.5 |
Value Analysis
The FirePro M7740 launched at $500 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual launched at $150 and now averages $35. The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual costs 93% less ($465 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.3 (FirePro M7740) vs 19.3 (Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual) — the Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual offers 1384.6% better value. The Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2012).
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $500 | $150-70% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $500 | $35-93% |
| Performance per Dollar | 1.3 | 19.3+1385% |
| Codename | Chelsea | — |
| Release | June 27 2012 | August 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #752 | #881 |
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