FirePro W4300 vs Quadro K4100M
FirePro W4300
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Quadro K4100M
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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 W4300 is positioned at rank 168 and the Quadro K4100M is on rank 52, so the Quadro K4100M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro W4300
Performance Per Dollar Quadro K4100M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro K4100M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro W4300.
| Insight | FirePro W4300 | Quadro K4100M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| 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 FirePro W4300 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro W4300 holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $261), it costs 81% less, resulting in a 411.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro W4300 | Quadro K4100M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+411.8%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($50) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($261) |
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 W4300 and Quadro K4100M
FirePro W4300
The FirePro W4300 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in December 1 2015. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 930 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,719 points.
Quadro K4100M
The Quadro K4100M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 706 MHz. It has 1152 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,773 points. Launch price was $1,499.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro W4300 scores 2,719 and the Quadro K4100M reaches 2,773 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro W4300 is built on GCN 2.0 while the Quadro K4100M uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 768 (FirePro W4300) vs 1,152 (Quadro K4100M). Raw compute: 1.428 TFLOPS (FirePro W4300) vs 1.627 TFLOPS (Quadro K4100M).
| Feature | FirePro W4300 | Quadro K4100M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,719 | 2,773+2% |
| Architecture | GCN 2.0 | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 768 | 1152+50% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.428 TFLOPS | 1.627 TFLOPS+14% |
| ROPs | 16 | 32+100% |
| TMUs | 48 | 96+100% |
| L1 Cache | 192 KB+100% | 96 KB |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 512 KB+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro W4300 | Quadro K4100M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 4 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 256 KB (FirePro W4300) vs 512 KB (Quadro K4100M) — the Quadro K4100M has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | FirePro W4300 | Quadro K4100M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 512 KB+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro W4300 draws 50W versus the Quadro K4100M's 100W — a 66.7% difference. The FirePro W4300 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro W4300) vs 350W (Quadro K4100M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | FirePro W4300 | Quadro K4100M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W-50% | 100W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 171mm | — |
| Height | 69mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 71°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 54.4+96% | 27.7 |
Value Analysis
The FirePro W4300 launched at $379 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Quadro K4100M launched at $1499 and now averages $261. The FirePro W4300 costs 80.8% less ($211 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 54.4 (FirePro W4300) vs 10.6 (Quadro K4100M) — the FirePro W4300 offers 413.2% better value. The FirePro W4300 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).
| Feature | FirePro W4300 | Quadro K4100M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $379-75% | $1499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-81% | $261 |
| Performance per Dollar | 54.4+413% | 10.6 |
| Codename | Bonaire | GK104 |
| Release | December 1 2015 | July 23 2013 |
| Ranking | #590 | #604 |
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