GRID V100D-8Q vs FirePro W7000 Adapter
GRID V100D-8Q
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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 GRID V100D-8Q is positioned at rank 387 and the FirePro W7000 Adapter is on rank 219, so the FirePro W7000 Adapter offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID V100D-8Q
Performance Per Dollar FirePro W7000 Adapter
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro W7000 Adapter is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID V100D-8Q.
| Insight | GRID V100D-8Q | FirePro W7000 Adapter |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+5.5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro W7000 Adapter offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro W7000 Adapter holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $10,000), it costs 100% less, resulting in a 70208% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID V100D-8Q | FirePro W7000 Adapter |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+70208%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($10,000) | ✅More affordable ($15) |
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 GRID V100D-8Q and FirePro W7000 Adapter
GRID V100D-8Q
The GRID V100D-8Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1033 MHz to 1306 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,156 points.
FirePro W7000 Adapter
The FirePro W7000 Adapter is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 13 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 950 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,383 points. Launch price was $899.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GRID V100D-8Q scores 4,156 versus the FirePro W7000 Adapter's 4,383 — the FirePro W7000 Adapter leads by 5.5%. The GRID V100D-8Q is built on Maxwell while the FirePro W7000 Adapter uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 640 (GRID V100D-8Q) vs 1,280 (FirePro W7000 Adapter). Raw compute: 1.672 TFLOPS (GRID V100D-8Q) vs 2.432 TFLOPS (FirePro W7000 Adapter).
| Feature | GRID V100D-8Q | FirePro W7000 Adapter |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4,156 | 4,383+5% |
| Architecture | Maxwell | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 640 | 1280+100% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.672 TFLOPS | 2.432 TFLOPS+45% |
| ROPs | 16 | 32+100% |
| TMUs | 40 | 80+100% |
| L1 Cache | 320 KB | 320 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 0.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID V100D-8Q | FirePro W7000 Adapter |
|---|---|---|
| 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 GRID V100D-8Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the FirePro W7000 Adapter has 4 GB. The FirePro W7000 Adapter offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID V100D-8Q) vs 0.5 MB (FirePro W7000 Adapter) — the GRID V100D-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID V100D-8Q | FirePro W7000 Adapter |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 4 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 0.5 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID V100D-8Q draws 225W versus the FirePro W7000 Adapter's 150W — a 40% difference. The FirePro W7000 Adapter is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID V100D-8Q) vs 350W (FirePro W7000 Adapter). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GRID V100D-8Q | FirePro W7000 Adapter |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 150W-33% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 242mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 90°C |
| Perf/Watt | 18.5 | 29.2+58% |
Value Analysis
The GRID V100D-8Q launched at $10000 MSRP and currently averages $10000, while the FirePro W7000 Adapter launched at $899 and now averages $15. The FirePro W7000 Adapter costs 99.9% less ($9985 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.4 (GRID V100D-8Q) vs 292.2 (FirePro W7000 Adapter) — the FirePro W7000 Adapter offers 72950% better value. The GRID V100D-8Q is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2012).
| Feature | GRID V100D-8Q | FirePro W7000 Adapter |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $10000 | $899-91% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10000 | $15-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.4 | 292.2+72950% |
| Codename | GM107 | Pitcairn |
| Release | May 18 2016 | June 13 2012 |
| Ranking | #622 | #477 |
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