FirePro W9100 vs GeForce RTX 3060
FirePro W9100
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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 W9100 is positioned at rank #299 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro W9100
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3060 is significantly newer (2021 vs 2014). The GeForce RTX 3060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro W9100 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 119.3% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FirePro W9100 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | FirePro W9100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-119.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+119.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017)) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+33.3%) | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (275mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $289 (vs $200), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 51.8% better value per dollar than the FirePro W9100.
| Insight | FirePro W9100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+51.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($200) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($289) |
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 W9100 and GeForce RTX 3060
FirePro W9100
The FirePro W9100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 26 2014. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 930 MHz. It has 2816 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 275W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,748 points.
GeForce RTX 3060
The GeForce RTX 3060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1320 MHz to 1777 MHz. It has 3584 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 170W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 28 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,995 points. Launch price was $329.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the FirePro W9100 scores 7,748 versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 16,995 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 119.3%. The FirePro W9100 is built on GCN 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3060 uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 2,816 (FirePro W9100) vs 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060). Raw compute: 5.238 TFLOPS (FirePro W9100) vs 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060).
| Feature | FirePro W9100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 7,748 | 16,995+119% |
| Architecture | GCN 2.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 2816 | 3584+27% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 5.238 TFLOPS | 12.74 TFLOPS+143% |
| ROPs | 64+33% | 48 |
| TMUs | 176+57% | 112 |
| L1 Cache | 0.69 MB | 3.5 MB+407% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 3 MB+200% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro W9100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The FirePro W9100 comes with 16 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 has 12 GB. The FirePro W9100 offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (FirePro W9100) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 3060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | FirePro W9100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 16 GB+33% | 12 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+33% | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 3 MB+200% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (FirePro W9100) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 4.
| Feature | FirePro W9100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.3+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 6+50% | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: VCE 2.0 (FirePro W9100) vs NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060). Decoder: UVD 4.2 vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: H.264 (FirePro W9100) vs AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060).
| Feature | FirePro W9100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | VCE 2.0 | NVENC 7th Gen |
| Decoder | UVD 4.2 | NVDEC 5th Gen |
| Codecs | H.264 | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro W9100 draws 275W versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 170W — a 47.2% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro W9100) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 3060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 275mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 93 vs 75.
| Feature | FirePro W9100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 275W | 170W-38% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-36% | 550W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 275mm | 242mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 93 | 75-19% |
| Perf/Watt | 28.2 | 100.0+255% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro W9100 launched at $4000 MSRP and currently averages $200, while the GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 and now averages $289. The FirePro W9100 costs 30.8% less ($89 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 38.7 (FirePro W9100) vs 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 51.9% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2014).
| Feature | FirePro W9100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $4000 | $329-92% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200-31% | $289 |
| Performance per Dollar | 38.7 | 58.8+52% |
| Codename | Hawaii | GA106 |
| Release | March 26 2014 | January 12 2021 |
| Ranking | #328 | #114 |
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