FirePro W5100 vs Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU

FirePro W5100

2014Core: 930 MHz

Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU

2018

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro W5100

2,987

0.0%

Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G

Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU

3,035

+1.6%

Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU

Qualcomm Adreno 630 GPU

Qualcomm Adreno 675 GPU

Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU

Qualcomm Adreno 680 GPU

Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU

Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3

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 W5100 is positioned at rank #166 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar FirePro W5100

#75

Radeon Pro Vega II

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $1800

95%

#76

Radeon PRO W7900

MSRP: $3999|Avg: $3500

94%

#77

Radeon Pro VII

MSRP: $1899|Avg: $1400

93%

#78

Quadro RTX 5000

MSRP: $2299|Avg: $692

90%

#79

Quadro RTX 5000 (móvel)

MSRP: $2299|Avg: $692

89%

#151

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

1972%

#166

FirePro W5100

MSRP: $399|Avg: $50

100%

#167

Radeon Pro WX 4170

MSRP: $400|Avg: $120

96%

#168

FirePro W4300

MSRP: $379|Avg: $50

96%

#169

Quadro K2200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $40

96%

#173

Radeon R7 PRO A8-9600

MSRP: $119|Avg: $86

94%

#175

Radeon Pro 560

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

93%

#176

Radeon Pro 460

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

92%

#180

Radeon R7 PRO A10-9700E

MSRP: $139|Avg: $85

89%

#181

FirePro M5950

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU uses modern memory architecture. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro W5100 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.6% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FirePro W5100 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	FirePro W5100	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy)
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 Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU 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.

FirePro W5100 Benchmark Check

Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro W5100 and Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU

FirePro W5100

The FirePro W5100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 31 2014. 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: 2,987 points.

Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,035 points.

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Graphics Performance

The FirePro W5100 scores 2,987 and the Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU reaches 3,035 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.

Feature	FirePro W5100	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU
G3D Mark Score	2,987	3,035+2%
Process Node	28 nm	7 nm

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro W5100	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro W5100 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU has 0 MB. The FirePro W5100 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.

Feature	FirePro W5100	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Bus Width	64-bit	System

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FirePro W5100) vs 12.1 (Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU). Vulkan: 1.2.170 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs ES 3.2. Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 3.

Feature	FirePro W5100	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU
DirectX	12	12.1
Vulkan	1.2.170	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.6+44%	ES 3.2
Max Displays	6+100%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 2.0 (FirePro W5100) vs VPU (Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU). Decoder: UVD 4.2 vs VPU. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (FirePro W5100) vs AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 (Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU).

Feature	FirePro W5100	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU
Encoder	VCE 2.0	VPU
Decoder	UVD 4.2	VPU
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1	AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro W5100 draws 50W versus the Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU's 7W — a 150.9% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro W5100) vs 1W (Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.

Feature	FirePro W5100	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU
TDP	50W	7W-86%
Recommended PSU	350W	1W-100%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Integrated
Length	173mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	1	—
Temp (Load)	70°C	—
Perf/Watt	59.7	433.6+626%

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Value Analysis

The FirePro W5100 launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU costs 100+% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 59.7 (FirePro W5100) vs Infinity (Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU) — the Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU offers Infinity% better value. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2014).