FirePro V8700 vs Radeon RX Vega 8

CPU

GPU

FirePro V8700

2011Core: 725 MHz

Radeon RX Vega 8

2018Core: 720 MHzBoost: 1190 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro V8700

150

1,539

0.0%

1,540

+0.1%

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 Radeon RX Vega 8 is significantly newer (2018 vs 2011). The Radeon RX Vega 8 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 Radeon RX Vega 8 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.1% 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	Radeon RX Vega 8
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 5.0 (2017−2020))
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

While current pricing data is unavailable, the Radeon RX Vega 8 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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

Radeon RX Vega 8 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro V8700 and Radeon RX Vega 8

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.

Radeon RX Vega 8

The Radeon RX Vega 8 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in February 1 2018. It features the GCN 5.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 720 MHz to 1190 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,540 points.

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Graphics Performance

The FirePro V8700 scores 1,539 and the Radeon RX Vega 8 reaches 1,540 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro V8700 is built on TeraScale 3 while the Radeon RX Vega 8 uses GCN 5.0, both on 40 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (FirePro V8700) vs 512 (Radeon RX Vega 8).

Feature	FirePro V8700	Radeon RX Vega 8
G3D Mark Score	1,539	1,540
Architecture	TeraScale 3	GCN 5.0
Process Node	40 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	1280+150%	512
ROPs	32+300%	8
TMUs	80+150%	32

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro V8700	Radeon RX Vega 8
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro V8700 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX Vega 8 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	Radeon RX Vega 8
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Bus Width	64-bit	System

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 10.1 (FirePro V8700) vs 12 (Radeon RX Vega 8). Vulkan: None vs 1.2. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.

Feature	FirePro V8700	Radeon RX Vega 8
DirectX	10.1	12+19%
Vulkan	None	1.2
OpenGL	3.3	4.6+39%
Max Displays	2	3+50%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (FirePro V8700) vs VCN 1.0 (Radeon RX Vega 8). Decoder: UVD 2.0 vs VCN 1.0. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro V8700) vs H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Radeon RX Vega 8).

Feature	FirePro V8700	Radeon RX Vega 8
Encoder	None	VCN 1.0
Decoder	UVD 2.0	VCN 1.0
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,HEVC,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro V8700 draws 150W versus the Radeon RX Vega 8's 15W — a 163.6% difference. The Radeon RX Vega 8 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro V8700) vs 1W (Radeon RX Vega 8). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated. Typical load temperature: 60 vs 85°C.

Feature	FirePro V8700	Radeon RX Vega 8
TDP	150W	15W-90%
Recommended PSU	350W	1W-100%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Integrated
Length	254mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	60-29%	85°C
Perf/Watt	10.3	102.7+897%

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Value Analysis

The FirePro V8700 launched at $1499 MSRP and currently averages $170, while the Radeon RX Vega 8 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Radeon RX Vega 8 costs 100+% less ($170 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.1 (FirePro V8700) vs Infinity (Radeon RX Vega 8) — the Radeon RX Vega 8 offers Infinity% better value. The Radeon RX Vega 8 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2011).