FirePro S9000 vs Arc Graphics 140V
FirePro S9000
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Arc Graphics 140V
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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 S9000 is positioned at rank 291 and the Arc Graphics 140V is on rank 308, so the FirePro S9000 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro S9000
Performance Per Dollar Arc Graphics 140V
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Arc Graphics 140V is significantly newer (2024 vs 2012). The Arc Graphics 140V likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro S9000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Arc Graphics 140V is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FirePro S9000 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | FirePro S9000 | Arc Graphics 140V |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | Xe² (2024) (3nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro S9000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $156 versus $300 for the Arc Graphics 140V, it costs 48% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 88.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro S9000 | Arc Graphics 140V |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+88.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($156) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($300) |
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 S9000 and Arc Graphics 140V
FirePro S9000
The FirePro S9000 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 24 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 900 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,059 points. Launch price was $2,499.
Arc Graphics 140V
The Arc Graphics 140V is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 24 2024. It features the Xe² architecture. The boost clock speed is 2050 MHz. It has 8 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 3 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,168 points.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro S9000 scores 5,059 and the Arc Graphics 140V reaches 5,168 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro S9000 is built on GCN 1.0 while the Arc Graphics 140V uses Xe², both on 28 nm vs 3 nm. Shader units: 1,792 (FirePro S9000) vs 8 (Arc Graphics 140V).
| Feature | FirePro S9000 | Arc Graphics 140V |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,059 | 5,168+2% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Xe² |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 3 nm |
| Shading Units | 1792+22300% | 8 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro S9000 | Arc Graphics 140V |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | XeSS |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The FirePro S9000 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Arc Graphics 140V has 0 MB. The FirePro S9000 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | FirePro S9000 | Arc Graphics 140V |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | Shared |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | Shared |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (FirePro S9000) vs 12.2 (Arc Graphics 140V). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 3.
| Feature | FirePro S9000 | Arc Graphics 140V |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.3+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 6+100% | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0 (FirePro S9000) vs Xe Media Engine (Arc Graphics 140V). Decoder: UVD 3.2 vs Xe Media Engine. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2 (FirePro S9000) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,H.266 (Arc Graphics 140V).
| Feature | FirePro S9000 | Arc Graphics 140V |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | VCE 1.0 | Xe Media Engine |
| Decoder | UVD 3.2 | Xe Media Engine |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2 | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,H.266 |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro S9000 draws 225W versus the Arc Graphics 140V's 15W — a 175% difference. The Arc Graphics 140V is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro S9000) vs 350W (Arc Graphics 140V). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated. Card length: 267mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 90°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | FirePro S9000 | Arc Graphics 140V |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 15W-93% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Integrated |
| Length | 267mm | 0mm |
| Height | 111mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 90°C | 85°C-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 22.5 | 344.5+1431% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro S9000 launched at $2499 MSRP and currently averages $156, while the Arc Graphics 140V launched at $350 and now averages $300. The FirePro S9000 costs 48% less ($144 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 32.4 (FirePro S9000) vs 17.2 (Arc Graphics 140V) — the FirePro S9000 offers 88.4% better value. The Arc Graphics 140V is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2012).
| Feature | FirePro S9000 | Arc Graphics 140V |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2499 | $350-86% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $156-48% | $300 |
| Performance per Dollar | 32.4+88% | 17.2 |
| Codename | Tahiti | Lunar Lake iGPU |
| Release | August 24 2012 | September 24 2024 |
| Ranking | #441 | #434 |
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