FirePro W8000 vs Quadro K4200

FirePro W8000

2012Core: 900 MHz

Quadro K4200

2014Core: 771 MHzBoost: 784 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro W8000

225

4,259

0.0%

Radeon RX 550X

Radeon HD 6970

Mobility Radeon HD 5870 Crossfire

4,332

+1.7%

GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 5050

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

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 W8000 is positioned at rank #260 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 W8000

#107

Quadro P6000

MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500

97%

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

88%

#245

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

5554%

#260

FirePro W8000

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599

100%

#261

Quadro K2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

99%

#262

GRID P4-8Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $200

99%

#264

FirePro 3D V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $30

97%

#265

GRID P40-8Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

94%

#266

GRID M3-3020

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

94%

#267

GRID M40

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

94%

#268

FirePro V3800

MSRP: $129|Avg: $12

94%

#269

FirePro V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $15

93%

#270

FirePro 3D V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $40

92%

#271

FirePro S9050

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825

92%

#272

FirePro R5000

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150

91%

#273

GRID M6-8Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

89%

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 Quadro K4200 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro W8000.

Insight	FirePro W8000	Quadro K4200
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (279mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro K4200 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro K4200 holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $1,599), it costs 97% less, resulting in a 3152.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro W8000	Quadro K4200
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+3152.8%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,599)	✅More affordable ($50)

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 W8000 Benchmark Check

Quadro K4200 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro W8000 and Quadro K4200

FirePro W8000

The FirePro W8000 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 14 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 900 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,259 points. Launch price was $1,599.

Quadro K4200

The Quadro K4200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 22 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 771 MHz to 784 MHz. It has 1344 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 108W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,332 points. Launch price was $854.99.

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Graphics Performance

The FirePro W8000 scores 4,259 and the Quadro K4200 reaches 4,332 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro W8000 is built on GCN 1.0 while the Quadro K4200 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,792 (FirePro W8000) vs 1,344 (Quadro K4200). Raw compute: 3.226 TFLOPS (FirePro W8000) vs 2.107 TFLOPS (Quadro K4200).

Feature	FirePro W8000	Quadro K4200
G3D Mark Score	4,259	4,332+2%
Architecture	GCN 1.0	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1792+33%	1344
Compute (TFLOPS)	3.226 TFLOPS+53%	2.107 TFLOPS
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	112	112
L1 Cache	448 KB+300%	112 KB
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro W8000	Quadro K4200
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)

Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	FirePro W8000	Quadro K4200
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FirePro W8000) vs 12_0 (Quadro K4200). Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 3.

Feature	FirePro W8000	Quadro K4200
DirectX	12	12_0
Max Displays	6+100%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0 (FirePro W8000) vs NVENC 2nd Gen (Quadro K4200). Decoder: UVD 3.2 vs NVDEC 1st Gen.

Feature	FirePro W8000	Quadro K4200
Encoder	VCE 1.0	NVENC 2nd Gen
Decoder	UVD 3.2	NVDEC 1st Gen
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	—

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro W8000 draws 225W versus the Quadro K4200's 108W — a 70.3% difference. The Quadro K4200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro W8000) vs 350W (Quadro K4200). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 279mm vs 241mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots.

Feature	FirePro W8000	Quadro K4200
TDP	225W	108W-52%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	279mm	241mm
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	1-50%
Temp (Load)	58°C	—
Perf/Watt	18.9	40.1+112%

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Value Analysis

The FirePro W8000 launched at $1599 MSRP and currently averages $1599, while the Quadro K4200 launched at $0 and now averages $50. The Quadro K4200 costs 96.9% less ($1549 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 2.7 (FirePro W8000) vs 86.6 (Quadro K4200) — the Quadro K4200 offers 3107.4% better value. The Quadro K4200 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2012).