FirePro W2100 vs FirePro 3D V4800
FirePro W2100
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FirePro 3D V4800
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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 W2100 is positioned at rank 190 and the FirePro 3D V4800 is on rank 227, so the FirePro W2100 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro W2100
Performance Per Dollar FirePro 3D V4800
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro 3D V4800 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FirePro W2100 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | FirePro W2100 | FirePro 3D V4800 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro 3D V4800 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro 3D V4800 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $30), it costs 33% less, resulting in a 50.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro W2100 | FirePro 3D V4800 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+50.5%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($30) | ✅More affordable ($20) |
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 W2100 and FirePro 3D V4800
FirePro W2100
The FirePro W2100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 12 2014. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 630 MHz to 680 MHz. It has 320 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 26W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 851 points.
FirePro 3D V4800
The FirePro 3D V4800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 26 2010. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 690 MHz. It has 800 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 74W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 854 points. Launch price was $479.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro W2100 scores 851 and the FirePro 3D V4800 reaches 854 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro W2100 is built on GCN 1.0 while the FirePro 3D V4800 uses TeraScale 2, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 320 (FirePro W2100) vs 800 (FirePro 3D V4800). Raw compute: 0.4352 TFLOPS (FirePro W2100) vs 1.104 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V4800).
| Feature | FirePro W2100 | FirePro 3D V4800 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 851 | 854 |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | TeraScale 2 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 320 | 800+150% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.4352 TFLOPS | 1.104 TFLOPS+154% |
| ROPs | 8 | 16+100% |
| TMUs | 20 | 40+100% |
| L1 Cache | 80 KB | 80 KB |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro W2100 | FirePro 3D V4800 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 W2100 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the FirePro 3D V4800 has 1 GB. The FirePro W2100 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | FirePro W2100 | FirePro 3D V4800 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB+100% | 1 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (FirePro W2100) vs 11.2 (FirePro 3D V4800). Vulkan: 1.2 vs None. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.
| Feature | FirePro W2100 | FirePro 3D V4800 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12+7% | 11.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | None |
| OpenGL | 4.6+5% | 4.4 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 3+50% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0 (FirePro W2100) vs UVD 2.3 (FirePro 3D V4800). Decoder: UVD 4.0 vs UVD 2.3. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2,MVC (FirePro W2100) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (FirePro 3D V4800).
| Feature | FirePro W2100 | FirePro 3D V4800 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | VCE 1.0 | UVD 2.3 |
| Decoder | UVD 4.0 | UVD 2.3 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2,MVC | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro W2100 draws 26W versus the FirePro 3D V4800's 74W — a 96% difference. The FirePro W2100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro W2100) vs 350W (FirePro 3D V4800). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 168mm vs 168mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 65°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | FirePro W2100 | FirePro 3D V4800 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 26W-65% | 74W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 168mm | 168mm |
| Height | 69mm | 69mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 65°C-13% | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 32.7+184% | 11.5 |
Value Analysis
The FirePro W2100 launched at $139 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the FirePro 3D V4800 launched at $189 and now averages $20. The FirePro 3D V4800 costs 33.3% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 28.4 (FirePro W2100) vs 42.7 (FirePro 3D V4800) — the FirePro 3D V4800 offers 50.4% better value. The FirePro W2100 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2010).
| Feature | FirePro W2100 | FirePro 3D V4800 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $139-26% | $189 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30 | $20-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 28.4 | 42.7+50% |
| Codename | Oland | Juniper |
| Release | August 12 2014 | April 26 2010 |
| Ranking | #910 | #780 |
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