FirePro V8700 vs Iris Pro Graphics P6300
FirePro V8700
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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. 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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro V8700
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FirePro V8700 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | FirePro V8700 | Iris Pro Graphics P6300 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Generation 8.0 (2014−2015)) |
| 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 (254mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Iris Pro Graphics P6300 holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $170), it costs 71% less, resulting in a 249.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro V8700 | Iris Pro Graphics P6300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+249.5%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($170) | ✅More affordable ($50) |
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 V8700 and Iris Pro Graphics P6300
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.
Iris Pro Graphics P6300
The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 5 2014. It features the Generation 8.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 800 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,582 points.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro V8700 scores 1,539 and the Iris Pro Graphics P6300 reaches 1,582 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro V8700 is built on TeraScale 3 while the Iris Pro Graphics P6300 uses Generation 8.0, both on 40 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (FirePro V8700) vs 384 (Iris Pro Graphics P6300). Raw compute: 1.856 TFLOPS (FirePro V8700) vs 0.6144 TFLOPS (Iris Pro Graphics P6300).
| Feature | FirePro V8700 | Iris Pro Graphics P6300 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,539 | 1,582+3% |
| Architecture | TeraScale 3 | Generation 8.0 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 1280+233% | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.856 TFLOPS+202% | 0.6144 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32+433% | 6 |
| TMUs | 80+67% | 48 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro V8700 | Iris Pro Graphics P6300 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 V8700 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Iris Pro Graphics P6300 has 0 MB. The FirePro V8700 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.
| Feature | FirePro V8700 | Iris Pro Graphics P6300 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | System |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.1 (FirePro V8700) vs 12 (11_1) (Iris Pro Graphics P6300). Vulkan: None vs 1.1. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.6.
| Feature | FirePro V8700 | Iris Pro Graphics P6300 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.1 | 12 (11_1)+19% |
| Vulkan | None | 1.1 |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.6+39% |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro V8700 draws 150W versus the Iris Pro Graphics P6300's 15W — a 163.6% difference. The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro V8700) vs 1W (Iris Pro Graphics P6300). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated. Typical load temperature: 60 vs 75°C.
| Feature | FirePro V8700 | Iris Pro Graphics P6300 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 15W-90% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Integrated |
| Length | 254mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 60-20% | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 10.3 | 105.5+924% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro V8700 launched at $1499 MSRP and currently averages $170, while the Iris Pro Graphics P6300 launched at $150 and now averages $50. The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 costs 70.6% less ($120 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.1 (FirePro V8700) vs 31.6 (Iris Pro Graphics P6300) — the Iris Pro Graphics P6300 offers 247.3% better value. The Iris Pro Graphics P6300 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2011).
| Feature | FirePro V8700 | Iris Pro Graphics P6300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1499 | $150-90% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $170 | $50-71% |
| Performance per Dollar | 9.1 | 31.6+247% |
| Codename | Cayman | Broadwell GT3e |
| Release | May 24 2011 | September 5 2014 |
| Ranking | #656 | #755 |
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