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GeForce GT 120
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FirePro 3D V3700
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GeForce GT 120 is positioned at rank 317 and the FirePro 3D V3700 is on rank 303, so the FirePro 3D V3700 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 120
Performance Per Dollar FirePro 3D V3700
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 120 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (512 MB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro 3D V3700.
| Insight | GeForce GT 120 | FirePro 3D V3700 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+5%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro 3D V3700 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro 3D V3700 holds the technical lead. Priced at $10 (vs $40), it costs 75% less, resulting in a 280.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GT 120 | FirePro 3D V3700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+280.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40) | ✅More affordable ($10) |
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 GeForce GT 120 and FirePro 3D V3700
GeForce GT 120
The GeForce GT 120 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1228 MHz to 1468 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 188 points. Launch price was $79.
FirePro 3D V3700
The FirePro 3D V3700 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 18 2014. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 850 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 274W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 179 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce GT 120 scores 188 versus the FirePro 3D V3700's 179 — the GeForce GT 120 leads by 5%. The GeForce GT 120 is built on Pascal while the FirePro 3D V3700 uses GCN 1.0, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 120) vs 2,048 (FirePro 3D V3700). Raw compute: 1.127 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 120) vs 3.482 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V3700).
| Feature | GeForce GT 120 | FirePro 3D V3700 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 188+5% | 179 |
| Architecture | Pascal | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 2048+433% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.127 TFLOPS | 3.482 TFLOPS+209% |
| ROPs | 16 | 32+100% |
| TMUs | 24 | 128+433% |
| L1 Cache | 144 KB | 512 KB+256% |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 768 KB+50% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 120 | FirePro 3D V3700 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GT 120 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the FirePro 3D V3700 has 256 MB. The GeForce GT 120 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (GeForce GT 120) vs 768 KB (FirePro 3D V3700) — the FirePro 3D V3700 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GT 120 | FirePro 3D V3700 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB+100% | 0.25 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 768 KB+50% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce GT 120) vs 10.1 (FirePro 3D V3700). Vulkan: None vs None. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce GT 120 | FirePro 3D V3700 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.0 | 10.1 |
| Vulkan | None | None |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 3.3 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce GT 120) vs UVD (FirePro 3D V3700). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP3 vs UVD. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (GeForce GT 120) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (FirePro 3D V3700).
| Feature | GeForce GT 120 | FirePro 3D V3700 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | UVD |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP3 | UVD |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 120 draws 30W versus the FirePro 3D V3700's 274W — a 160.5% difference. The GeForce GT 120 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 120) vs 350W (FirePro 3D V3700). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 168mm vs 168mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 65°C vs 65°C.
| Feature | GeForce GT 120 | FirePro 3D V3700 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-89% | 274W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 168mm | 168mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 65°C | 65°C |
| Perf/Watt | 6.3+800% | 0.7 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 120 launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the FirePro 3D V3700 launched at $99 and now averages $10. The FirePro 3D V3700 costs 75% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.7 (GeForce GT 120) vs 17.9 (FirePro 3D V3700) — the FirePro 3D V3700 offers 280.9% better value. The GeForce GT 120 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2014).
| Feature | GeForce GT 120 | FirePro 3D V3700 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100 | $99-1% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | $10-75% |
| Performance per Dollar | 4.7 | 17.9+281% |
| Codename | GP108 | Tahiti |
| Release | May 17 2017 | January 18 2014 |
| Ranking | #641 | #423 |
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