FirePro V5700 vs Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual
FirePro V5700
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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 V5700 is positioned at rank 368 and the Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual is on rank 585, so the FirePro V5700 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro V5700
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro V5700 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.9% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual.
| Insight | FirePro V5700 | Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+700%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro V5700 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro V5700 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $35), it costs 43% less, resulting in a 80% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro V5700 | Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+80%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($20) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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 V5700 and Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual
FirePro V5700
The FirePro V5700 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 24 2011. It features the TeraScale 3 architecture. The core clock speed is 725 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 465 points.
Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual
The Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M 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: 452 points.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro V5700 scores 465 and the Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual reaches 452 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 1,280 (FirePro V5700) vs 768 (Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual).
| Feature | FirePro V5700 | Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 465+3% | 452 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1280+67% | 768 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro V5700 | Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M 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 V5700 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual has 512 MB. The FirePro V5700 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | FirePro V5700 | Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+700% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro V5700 draws 150W versus the Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual's 50W — a 100% difference. The Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro V5700) vs 350W (Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | FirePro V5700 | Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 50W-67% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 168mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 75 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 3.1 | 9.0+190% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro V5700 launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual launched at $150 and now averages $35. The FirePro V5700 costs 42.9% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 23.3 (FirePro V5700) vs 12.9 (Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual) — the FirePro V5700 offers 80.6% better value. The Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2011).
| Feature | FirePro V5700 | Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $599 | $150-75% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-43% | $35 |
| Performance per Dollar | 23.3+81% | 12.9 |
| Codename | Cayman | — |
| Release | May 24 2011 | August 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #656 | #881 |
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