FirePro W7100 vs GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

FirePro W7100

2014Core: 920 MHz

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

2020Core: 1410 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro W7100

150

5,065

0.0%

Radeon HD 6970

Radeon HD8970M

Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870

Radeon RX 560 (móvel)

20,312

+301.0%

GeForce RTX 2060 (Mobile)

GeForce RTX 2080 Super with Max-Q Design

GeForce GTX 1080 (móvel)

GeForce GTX 1070 SLI (móvel)

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti

GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Mobile

GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile

RTX 5000 Ada Generation

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 W7100 is positioned at rank #184 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 W7100

#81

Tesla T10

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $975

99%

#82

RTX A5000

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $1800

97%

#83

Radeon Pro Vega 64X

MSRP: $2200|Avg: $2200

96%

#84

Radeon PRO V710

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $2000

95%

#85

RTX A5500

MSRP: $3600|Avg: $2200

92%

#86

Radeon Pro WX 9100

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $550

88%

#169

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

2330%

#184

FirePro W7100

MSRP: $799|Avg: $114

100%

#185

P106-090

MSRP: $389|Avg: $30

100%

#186

Radeon Pro WX 4130

MSRP: $300|Avg: $100

99%

#188

Tesla M6

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $84

98%

#190

CMP 30HX

MSRP: $799|Avg: $60

97%

#191

FirePro W2100

MSRP: $139|Avg: $30

97%

#193

FirePro M6000

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

96%

#196

FirePro M4170

MSRP: $200|Avg: $80

92%

#197

GRID K140Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $500

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

100%

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

96%

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

95%

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

95%

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

95%

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

94%

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

93%

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

93%

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

92%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

91%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

90%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

90%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

89%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

88%

#15

Radeon RX 6500 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

88%

#16

GeForce RTX 3070

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is significantly newer (2020 vs 2014). The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro W7100 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 301% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro W7100.

Insight	FirePro W7100	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-301%)	✅Leading raw performance (+301%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 3.0 (2014−2019))	🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $280 (vs $114), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 63.3% better value per dollar than the FirePro W7100.

Insight	FirePro W7100	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+63.3%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($114)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($280)

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 W7100 Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro W7100 and GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

FirePro W7100

The FirePro W7100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 12 2014. It features the GCN 3.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 920 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,065 points.

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 1 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1410 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 4864 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 38 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 20,312 points. Launch price was $399.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the FirePro W7100 scores 5,065 versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 20,312 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 301%. The FirePro W7100 is built on GCN 3.0 while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 1,792 (FirePro W7100) vs 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Raw compute: 3.297 TFLOPS (FirePro W7100) vs 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti).

Feature	FirePro W7100	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
G3D Mark Score	5,065	20,312+301%
Architecture	GCN 3.0	Ampere
Process Node	28 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	1792	4864+171%
Compute (TFLOPS)	3.297 TFLOPS	16.2 TFLOPS+391%
ROPs	32	80+150%
TMUs	112	152+36%
L1 Cache	0.44 MB	4.8 MB+991%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	4 MB+700%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro W7100	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 8 GB of GDDR6. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (FirePro W7100) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	FirePro W7100	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Bus Width	128-bit	256-bit+100%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	4 MB+700%

🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_0) (FirePro W7100) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	FirePro W7100	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
DirectX	12 (12_0)	12 Ultimate (12_2)
Vulkan	1.2	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 3.0 (FirePro W7100) vs NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Decoder: UVD 5.0 vs NVDEC (Ampere). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,MPEG-4,VC-1 (FirePro W7100) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti).

Feature	FirePro W7100	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Encoder	VCE 3.0	NVENC (Ampere)
Decoder	UVD 5.0	NVDEC (Ampere)
Codecs	H.264,H.265,MPEG-4,VC-1	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro W7100 draws 150W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 200W — a 28.6% difference. The FirePro W7100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro W7100) vs 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 241mm vs 242mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 95 vs 75.

Feature	FirePro W7100	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
TDP	150W-25%	200W
Recommended PSU	350W-42%	600W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	8-pin
Length	241mm	242mm
Height	111mm	112mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	95	75-21%
Perf/Watt	33.8	101.6+201%

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Value Analysis

The FirePro W7100 launched at $799 MSRP and currently averages $114, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 and now averages $280. The FirePro W7100 costs 59.3% less ($166 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 44.4 (FirePro W7100) vs 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 63.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2014).