FirePro V7900 vs Quadro K3100M
FirePro V7900
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Quadro K3100M
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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 V7900 is positioned at rank 279 and the Quadro K3100M is on rank 48, so the Quadro K3100M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro V7900
Performance Per Dollar Quadro K3100M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro K3100M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro V7900.
| Insight | FirePro V7900 | Quadro K3100M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (279mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro V7900 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro V7900 holds the technical lead. Priced at $120 (vs $400), it costs 70% less, resulting in a 230.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro V7900 | Quadro K3100M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+230.1%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($120) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($400) |
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 V7900 and Quadro K3100M
FirePro V7900
The FirePro V7900 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: 2,261 points.
Quadro K3100M
The Quadro K3100M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 706 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,283 points. Launch price was $1,999.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro V7900 scores 2,261 and the Quadro K3100M reaches 2,283 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro V7900 is built on TeraScale 3 while the Quadro K3100M uses Kepler, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (FirePro V7900) vs 768 (Quadro K3100M). Raw compute: 1.856 TFLOPS (FirePro V7900) vs 1.084 TFLOPS (Quadro K3100M).
| Feature | FirePro V7900 | Quadro K3100M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,261 | 2,283 |
| Architecture | TeraScale 3 | Kepler |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1280+67% | 768 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.856 TFLOPS+71% | 1.084 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 80+25% | 64 |
| L1 Cache | 320 KB+400% | 64 KB |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro V7900 | Quadro K3100M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 V7900 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro K3100M has 4 GB. The Quadro K3100M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | FirePro V7900 | Quadro K3100M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 4 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro V7900 draws 150W versus the Quadro K3100M's 75W — a 66.7% difference. The Quadro K3100M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro V7900) vs 350W (Quadro K3100M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | FirePro V7900 | Quadro K3100M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 75W-50% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 279mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 100°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 15.1 | 30.4+101% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro V7900 costs 70% less ($280 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 18.8 (FirePro V7900) vs 5.7 (Quadro K3100M) — the FirePro V7900 offers 229.8% better value. The Quadro K3100M is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2011).
| Feature | FirePro V7900 | Quadro K3100M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $999 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $120-70% | $400 |
| Performance per Dollar | 18.8+230% | 5.7 |
| Codename | Cayman | GK104 |
| Release | May 24 2011 | July 23 2013 |
| Ranking | #656 | #653 |
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