CPU
GPU
FirePro W4100
Popular choices:
Quadro 4000
Popular choices:
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 W4100 is positioned at rank 160 and the Quadro 4000 is on rank 339, so the FirePro W4100 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro W4100
Performance Per Dollar Quadro 4000
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro W4100 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro 4000.
| Insight | FirePro W4100 | Quadro 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.4%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro 4000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro 4000 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $183), it costs 84% less, resulting in a 501.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro W4100 | Quadro 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+501.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($183) | ✅More affordable ($30) |
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 Quadro 4000
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.
Quadro 4000
The Quadro 4000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 2 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 475 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 142W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,475 points. Launch price was $1,199.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro W4100 scores 1,496 and the Quadro 4000 reaches 1,475 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro W4100 is built on GCN 1.0 while the Quadro 4000 uses Fermi, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 512 (FirePro W4100) vs 256 (Quadro 4000). Raw compute: 0.6451 TFLOPS (FirePro W4100) vs 0.4864 TFLOPS (Quadro 4000).
| Feature | FirePro W4100 | Quadro 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,496+1% | 1,475 |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Fermi |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 512+100% | 256 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6451 TFLOPS+33% | 0.4864 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 16 | 32+100% |
| TMUs | 32 | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 128 KB | 512 KB+300% |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 512 KB+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro W4100 | Quadro 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 256 KB (FirePro W4100) vs 512 KB (Quadro 4000) — the Quadro 4000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | FirePro W4100 | Quadro 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 512 KB+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro W4100 draws 50W versus the Quadro 4000's 142W — a 95.8% difference. The FirePro W4100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro W4100) vs 350W (Quadro 4000). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | FirePro W4100 | Quadro 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W-65% | 142W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 171mm | — |
| Height | 69mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 90°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 29.9+188% | 10.4 |
Value Analysis
The FirePro W4100 launched at $183 MSRP and currently averages $183, while the Quadro 4000 launched at $1199 and now averages $30. The Quadro 4000 costs 83.6% less ($153 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.2 (FirePro W4100) vs 49.2 (Quadro 4000) — the Quadro 4000 offers 500% better value. The FirePro W4100 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2010).
| Feature | FirePro W4100 | Quadro 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $183-85% | $1199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $183 | $30-84% |
| Performance per Dollar | 8.2 | 49.2+500% |
| Codename | Cape Verde | GF100 |
| Release | August 13 2014 | November 2 2010 |
| Ranking | #766 | #770 |
Top Performing GPUs
The most powerful gpus ranked by G3D Mark benchmark scores.
You May Also Compare
Similar GPU comparisons based on FirePro W4100 and Quadro 4000
