FirePro W5100 vs Radeon R7 260

FirePro W5100

2014Core: 930 MHz

Radeon R7 260

2013Boost: 1100 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro W5100

2,987

+3.3%

Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G

2,892

0.0%

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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FirePro W5100 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.3% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (4 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R7 260.

Insight	FirePro W5100	Radeon R7 260
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+3.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+300%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The FirePro W5100 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro W5100 holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $110), it costs 55% less, resulting in a 127.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro W5100	Radeon R7 260
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+127.2%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($50)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($110)

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

Radeon R7 260 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro W5100 and Radeon R7 260

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.

Radeon R7 260

The Radeon R7 260 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in December 17 2013. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1100 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 95W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,892 points. Launch price was $109.

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Graphics Performance

The FirePro W5100 scores 2,987 and the Radeon R7 260 reaches 2,892 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro W5100 is built on GCN 2.0 while the Radeon R7 260 uses GCN 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 768 (FirePro W5100) vs 768 (Radeon R7 260). Raw compute: 1.428 TFLOPS (FirePro W5100) vs 1.536 TFLOPS (Radeon R7 260).

Feature	FirePro W5100	Radeon R7 260
G3D Mark Score	2,987+3%	2,892
Architecture	GCN 2.0	GCN 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	768	768
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.428 TFLOPS	1.536 TFLOPS+8%
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	48	48
L1 Cache	192 KB	192 KB
L2 Cache	256 KB	256 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro W5100	Radeon R7 260
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro W5100 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon R7 260 has 1 GB. The FirePro W5100 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	FirePro W5100	Radeon R7 260
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+300%	1 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	256 KB	256 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FirePro W5100) vs 12 (12_0) (Radeon R7 260). Vulkan: 1.2.170 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 3.

Feature	FirePro W5100	Radeon R7 260
DirectX	12	12 (12_0)
Vulkan	1.2.170	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	6+100%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 2.0 (FirePro W5100) vs VCE 2.0 (Radeon R7 260). Decoder: UVD 4.2 vs UVD 4.2. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (FirePro W5100) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MVC (Radeon R7 260).

Feature	FirePro W5100	Radeon R7 260
Encoder	VCE 2.0	VCE 2.0
Decoder	UVD 4.2	UVD 4.2
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MVC

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro W5100 draws 50W versus the Radeon R7 260's 95W — a 62.1% difference. The FirePro W5100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro W5100) vs 400W (Radeon R7 260). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 173mm vs 170mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 80.

Feature	FirePro W5100	Radeon R7 260
TDP	50W-47%	95W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	1x 6-pin
Length	173mm	170mm
Height	111mm	112mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	70°C-13%	80
Perf/Watt	59.7+96%	30.4

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Value Analysis

The FirePro W5100 launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Radeon R7 260 launched at $109 and now averages $110. The FirePro W5100 costs 54.5% less ($60 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 59.7 (FirePro W5100) vs 26.3 (Radeon R7 260) — the FirePro W5100 offers 127% better value. The FirePro W5100 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2013).

Feature	FirePro W5100	Radeon R7 260
MSRP	$399	$109-73%
Avg Price (30d)	$50-55%	$110
Performance per Dollar	59.7+127%	26.3
Codename	Bonaire	Bonaire
Release	March 31 2014	December 17 2013
Ranking	#582	#591