FirePro W4100 vs UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H)
FirePro W4100
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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
⚠️ Generational Difference
The UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) is significantly newer (2021 vs 2014). The UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro W4100 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) 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 | UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | Gen. 12 (2021−2023) (10nm) |
| 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
While current pricing data is unavailable, the UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of FirePro W4100 and UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H)
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.
UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H)
The UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in May 11 2021. It features the Gen. 12 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 1450 MHz. It has 32 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,500 points.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro W4100 scores 1,496 and the UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) 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 UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) uses Gen. 12, both on 28 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 512 (FirePro W4100) vs 32 (UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H)).
| Feature | FirePro W4100 | UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,496 | 1,500 |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Gen. 12 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 10 nm |
| Shading Units | 512+1500% | 32 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro W4100 | UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) 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 | UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro W4100 draws 50W versus the UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H)'s 15W — a 107.7% difference. The UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro W4100) vs 1W (UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H)). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.
| Feature | FirePro W4100 | UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W | 15W-70% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Integrated |
| Length | 171mm | — |
| Height | 69mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 90°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 29.9 | 100.0+234% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro W4100 launched at $183 MSRP and currently averages $183, while the UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) launched at $0 and now averages $0. The UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) costs 100+% less ($183 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.2 (FirePro W4100) vs Infinity (UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H)) — the UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) offers Infinity% better value. The UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2014).
| Feature | FirePro W4100 | UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $183 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $183 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 8.2 | Infinity |
| Codename | Cape Verde | Tiger Lake Xe |
| Release | August 13 2014 | May 11 2021 |
| Ranking | #766 | #709 |
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