FirePro M7740 vs GeForce RTX 4070 Ti
FirePro M7740
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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. 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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro M7740
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4070 Ti
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is significantly newer (2023 vs 2012). The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti 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 4070 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4648.6% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (12 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro M7740.
| Insight | FirePro M7740 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-4648.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+4648.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 4nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (285mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $590 (vs $500), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 3924.2% better value per dollar than the FirePro M7740.
| Insight | FirePro M7740 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+3924.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($500) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($590) |
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 M7740 and GeForce RTX 4070 Ti
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.
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 3 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2310 MHz to 2610 MHz. It has 7680 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 285W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. It features 60 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 31,578 points. Launch price was $799.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the FirePro M7740 scores 665 versus the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti's 31,578 — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti leads by 4648.6%. The FirePro M7740 is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti uses Ada Lovelace, both on 28 nm vs 4 nm. Shader units: 512 (FirePro M7740) vs 7,680 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti). Raw compute: 0.6912 TFLOPS (FirePro M7740) vs 40.09 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti).
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 665 | 31,578+4649% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 4 nm |
| Shading Units | 512 | 7680+1400% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6912 TFLOPS | 40.09 TFLOPS+5700% |
| ROPs | 16 | 80+400% |
| TMUs | 32 | 240+650% |
| L1 Cache | 0.13 MB | 7.5 MB+5669% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 48 MB+19100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The FirePro M7740 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The FirePro M7740 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti has 12 GB. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti offers 1100% 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 48 MB (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB | 12 GB+1100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6X |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 192-bit+200% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 48 MB+19100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.1 (FirePro M7740) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti). Vulkan: None vs 1.3. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.1 | 12 Ultimate+19% |
| Vulkan | None | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.6+39% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (FirePro M7740) vs NVENC (8th Gen) (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti). Decoder: UVD 2 vs NVDEC (5th Gen). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro M7740) vs AV1,H.264,H.265,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti).
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | NVENC (8th Gen) |
| Decoder | UVD 2 | NVDEC (5th Gen) |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | AV1,H.264,H.265,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro M7740 draws 33W versus the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti's 285W — a 158.5% difference. The FirePro M7740 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro M7740) vs 700W (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 285mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 70°C.
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 33W-88% | 285W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-50% | 700W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 0mm | 285mm |
| Height | 0mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 70°C-18% |
| Perf/Watt | 20.2 | 110.8+449% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro M7740 launched at $500 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti launched at $799 and now averages $590. The FirePro M7740 costs 15.3% less ($90 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.3 (FirePro M7740) vs 53.5 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti offers 4015.4% better value. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2012).
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $500-37% | $799 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $500-15% | $590 |
| Performance per Dollar | 1.3 | 53.5+4015% |
| Codename | Chelsea | AD104 |
| Release | June 27 2012 | January 3 2023 |
| Ranking | #752 | #11 |
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