FirePro V8700 vs GeForce GTX 1650

FirePro V8700

2011Core: 725 MHz

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro V8700

150

1,539

0.0%

Radeon R5 M435

Radeon HD 8600/8700M

Radeon R5 430 OEM

Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500U

7,869

+411.3%

GeForce GTX 880M SLI

GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448

GeForce GTX 960

GeForce GTX 1650 (móvel)

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

GeForce GTX 1080

GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER

GeForce RTX 3070 Ti

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 V8700 is positioned at rank #347 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar FirePro V8700

#332

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

14343%

#347

FirePro V8700

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $170

100%

#348

Quadro FX 3800

MSRP: $799|Avg: $20

100%

#350

GRID K520

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $50

95%

#351

GRID P40-12Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699

94%

#352

FirePro 2270

MSRP: $149|Avg: $30

92%

#353

FirePro 2460

MSRP: $180|Avg: $10

91%

#355

FirePro 3D V5700

MSRP: $599|Avg: $25

88%

#356

Quadro FX 580

MSRP: $199|Avg: $500

88%

#357

GRID M60-1B

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

87%

#359

FireStream 9270

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $20

86%

#360

Quadro 400

MSRP: $169|Avg: $500

85%

#361

FirePro 2260

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

85%

#362

Quadro FX 380 LP

MSRP: $169|Avg: $15

83%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1650 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2011). The GeForce GTX 1650 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro V8700 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 411.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro V8700.

Insight	FirePro V8700	GeForce GTX 1650
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-411.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+411.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (254mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $170 for the FirePro V8700, it costs 56% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 1059% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro V8700	GeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1059%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($170)	✅More affordable ($75)

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.

FirePro V8700 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1650 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro V8700 and GeForce GTX 1650

FirePro V8700

The FirePro V8700 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: 1,539 points.

GeForce GTX 1650

The GeForce GTX 1650 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 23 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1485 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,869 points. Launch price was $149.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the FirePro V8700 scores 1,539 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 411.3%. The FirePro V8700 is built on TeraScale 3 while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 40 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (FirePro V8700) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 1.856 TFLOPS (FirePro V8700) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650).

Feature	FirePro V8700	GeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score	1,539	7,869+411%
Architecture	TeraScale 3	Turing
Process Node	40 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	1280+43%	896
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.856 TFLOPS	2.984 TFLOPS+61%
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	80+43%	56
L1 Cache	320 KB	896 KB+180%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	1 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro V8700	GeForce GTX 1650
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (FirePro V8700) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	FirePro V8700	GeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	1 MB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 10.1 (FirePro V8700) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Vulkan: None vs 1.4. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.

Feature	FirePro V8700	GeForce GTX 1650
DirectX	10.1	12+19%
Vulkan	None	1.4
OpenGL	3.3	4.6+39%
Max Displays	2	3+50%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (FirePro V8700) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: UVD 2.0 vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro V8700) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).

Feature	FirePro V8700	GeForce GTX 1650
Encoder	None	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder	UVD 2.0	NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro V8700 draws 150W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 66.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro V8700) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 254mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 60 vs 70°C.

Feature	FirePro V8700	GeForce GTX 1650
TDP	150W	75W-50%
Recommended PSU	350W	300W-14%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	None
Length	254mm	229mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	60-14%	70°C
Perf/Watt	10.3	104.9+918%

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Value Analysis

The FirePro V8700 launched at $1499 MSRP and currently averages $170, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 55.9% less ($95 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.1 (FirePro V8700) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 1052.7% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2011).