FirePro W4100 vs Iris Plus Graphics 650
FirePro W4100
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Iris Plus Graphics 650
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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 W4100 is positioned at rank #160 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 W4100
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Iris Plus Graphics 650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FirePro W4100 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | FirePro W4100 | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Iris Plus Graphics 650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Iris Plus Graphics 650 holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $183), it costs 92% less, resulting in a 1123.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro W4100 | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1123.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($183) | ✅More affordable ($15) |
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 W4100 and Iris Plus Graphics 650
FirePro W4100
The FirePro W4100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 13 2014. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 630 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,496 points.
Iris Plus Graphics 650
The Iris Plus Graphics 650 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 3 2017. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1150 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm++ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,500 points.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro W4100 scores 1,496 and the Iris Plus Graphics 650 reaches 1,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro W4100 is built on GCN 1.0 while the Iris Plus Graphics 650 uses Generation 9.5, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm++. Shader units: 512 (FirePro W4100) vs 384 (Iris Plus Graphics 650). Raw compute: 0.6451 TFLOPS (FirePro W4100) vs 0.8832 TFLOPS (Iris Plus Graphics 650).
| Feature | FirePro W4100 | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,496 | 1,500 |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Generation 9.5 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 14 nm++ |
| Shading Units | 512+33% | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6451 TFLOPS | 0.8832 TFLOPS+37% |
| ROPs | 16+167% | 6 |
| TMUs | 32 | 48+50% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro W4100 | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 W4100 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Iris Plus Graphics 650 has 0 MB. The FirePro W4100 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.
| Feature | FirePro W4100 | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | System |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (FirePro W4100) vs 12 (12_1) (Iris Plus Graphics 650). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.
| Feature | FirePro W4100 | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 | 12 (12_1) |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.3+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4+33% | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0 (FirePro W4100) vs QuickSync (Iris Plus Graphics 650). Decoder: UVD 4.0 vs QuickSync. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2,MVC (FirePro W4100) vs H.264,H.265,VP9 (Iris Plus Graphics 650).
| Feature | FirePro W4100 | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | VCE 1.0 | QuickSync |
| Decoder | UVD 4.0 | QuickSync |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2,MVC | H.264,H.265,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro W4100 draws 50W versus the Iris Plus Graphics 650's 15W — a 107.7% difference. The Iris Plus Graphics 650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro W4100) vs 1W (Iris Plus Graphics 650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated. Card length: 171mm vs 0mm, occupying 1 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 90°C vs 85.
| Feature | FirePro W4100 | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W | 15W-70% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Integrated |
| Length | 171mm | 0mm |
| Height | 69mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 1 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 90°C | 85-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 29.9 | 100.0+234% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro W4100 launched at $183 MSRP and currently averages $183, while the Iris Plus Graphics 650 launched at $0 and now averages $15. The Iris Plus Graphics 650 costs 91.8% less ($168 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.2 (FirePro W4100) vs 100.0 (Iris Plus Graphics 650) — the Iris Plus Graphics 650 offers 1119.5% better value. The Iris Plus Graphics 650 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2014).
| Feature | FirePro W4100 | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $183 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $183 | $15-92% |
| Performance per Dollar | 8.2 | 100.0+1120% |
| Codename | Cape Verde | Kaby Lake GT3e |
| Release | August 13 2014 | January 3 2017 |
| Ranking | #766 | #718 |
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