
FirePro RG220 vs FirePro 3D V3750

FirePro RG220
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FirePro 3D V3750
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar FirePro 3D V3750
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro 3D V3750 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FirePro RG220 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | FirePro RG220 | FirePro 3D V3750 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro RG220 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro RG220 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $25), it costs 20% less, resulting in a 22.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro RG220 | FirePro 3D V3750 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+22.8%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($20) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($25) |
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 RG220 and FirePro 3D V3750

FirePro RG220
The FirePro RG220 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in February 25 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 825 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 335 points. Launch price was $1,099.

FirePro 3D V3750
The FirePro 3D V3750 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 18 2014. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 850 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 274W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 341 points.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro RG220 scores 335 and the FirePro 3D V3750 reaches 341 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro RG220 is built on GCN 1.0 while the FirePro 3D V3750 uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 768 (FirePro RG220) vs 2,048 (FirePro 3D V3750). Raw compute: 1.267 TFLOPS (FirePro RG220) vs 3.482 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V3750).
| Feature | FirePro RG220 | FirePro 3D V3750 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 335 | 341+2% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 768 | 2048+167% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.267 TFLOPS | 3.482 TFLOPS+175% |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 48 | 128+167% |
| L1 Cache | 192 KB | 512 KB+167% |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 768 KB+50% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro RG220 | FirePro 3D V3750 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The FirePro RG220 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the FirePro 3D V3750 has 256 MB. The FirePro RG220 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (FirePro RG220) vs 768 KB (FirePro 3D V3750) — the FirePro 3D V3750 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | FirePro RG220 | FirePro 3D V3750 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB+100% | 0.25 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 768 KB+50% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.1 (FirePro RG220) vs 10.1 (FirePro 3D V3750). Vulkan: N/A vs None. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | FirePro RG220 | FirePro 3D V3750 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.1 | 10.1 |
| Vulkan | N/A | None |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 3.3 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (FirePro RG220) vs UVD 2.2 (FirePro 3D V3750). Decoder: None vs UVD 2.2.
| Feature | FirePro RG220 | FirePro 3D V3750 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | UVD 2.2 |
| Decoder | None | UVD 2.2 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro RG220 draws 150W versus the FirePro 3D V3750's 274W — a 58.5% difference. The FirePro RG220 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro RG220) vs 350W (FirePro 3D V3750). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 170mm vs 168mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: Unknown vs 70°C.
| Feature | FirePro RG220 | FirePro 3D V3750 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W-45% | 274W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 170mm | 168mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | Unknown-100% | 70°C |
| Perf/Watt | 2.2+83% | 1.2 |
Value Analysis
The FirePro RG220 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the FirePro 3D V3750 launched at $199 and now averages $25. The FirePro RG220 costs 20% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 16.8 (FirePro RG220) vs 13.6 (FirePro 3D V3750) — the FirePro RG220 offers 23.5% better value. The FirePro 3D V3750 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2013).
| Feature | FirePro RG220 | FirePro 3D V3750 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-20% | $25 |
| Performance per Dollar | 16.8+24% | 13.6 |
| Codename | Pitcairn | Tahiti |
| Release | February 25 2013 | January 18 2014 |
| Ranking | #619 | #423 |
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