FirePro M7740 vs Radeon R8 M535DX
FirePro M7740
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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 M7740 is positioned at rank 329 and the Radeon R8 M535DX is on rank 498, 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 R8 M535DX
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R8 M535DX is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% 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 R8 M535DX |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN (2012−2015)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon R8 M535DX offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R8 M535DX holds the technical lead. Priced at $150 (vs $500), it costs 70% less, resulting in a 235.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro M7740 | Radeon R8 M535DX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+235.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500) | ✅More affordable ($150) |
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 R8 M535DX
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 R8 M535DX
The Radeon R8 M535DX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 4 2014. It features the GCN architecture. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 670 points.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro M7740 scores 665 and the Radeon R8 M535DX reaches 670 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro M7740 is built on GCN 1.0 while the Radeon R8 M535DX uses GCN, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 512 (FirePro M7740) vs 896 (Radeon R8 M535DX).
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | Radeon R8 M535DX |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 665 | 670 |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | GCN |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 512 | 896+75% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | Radeon R8 M535DX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 R8 M535DX has 512 MB. The FirePro M7740 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | Radeon R8 M535DX |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB+100% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro M7740 draws 33W versus the Radeon R8 M535DX's 30W — a 9.5% difference. The Radeon R8 M535DX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro M7740) vs 350W (Radeon R8 M535DX). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | Radeon R8 M535DX |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 33W | 30W-9% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 20.2 | 22.3+10% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro M7740 launched at $500 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the Radeon R8 M535DX launched at $150 and now averages $150. The Radeon R8 M535DX costs 70% less ($350 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.3 (FirePro M7740) vs 4.5 (Radeon R8 M535DX) — the Radeon R8 M535DX offers 246.2% better value. The Radeon R8 M535DX is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2012).
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | Radeon R8 M535DX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $500 | $150-70% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $500 | $150-70% |
| Performance per Dollar | 1.3 | 4.5+246% |
| Codename | Chelsea | — |
| Release | June 27 2012 | June 4 2014 |
| Ranking | #752 | #800 |
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