FirePro 3D V8750 vs Quadro FX 3500
FirePro 3D V8750
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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 FirePro 3D V8750 is positioned at rank 370 and the Quadro FX 3500 is on rank 408, so the FirePro 3D V8750 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro 3D V8750
Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 3500
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The FirePro 3D V8750 is significantly newer (2014 vs 2008). The FirePro 3D V8750 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 3500 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro 3D V8750 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 380% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (2 GB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro FX 3500.
| Insight | FirePro 3D V8750 | Quadro FX 3500 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+380%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-380%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+700%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (254mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro 3D V8750 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro 3D V8750 holds the technical lead. Priced at $500 (vs $1,599), it costs 69% less, resulting in a 1435% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro 3D V8750 | Quadro FX 3500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1435%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($500) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,599) |
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 3D V8750 and Quadro FX 3500
FirePro 3D V8750
The FirePro 3D V8750 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: 1,272 points.
Quadro FX 3500
The Quadro FX 3500 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 11 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 610 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 189W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 265 points. Launch price was $3,499.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the FirePro 3D V8750 scores 1,272 versus the Quadro FX 3500's 265 — the FirePro 3D V8750 leads by 380%. The FirePro 3D V8750 is built on GCN 1.0 while the Quadro FX 3500 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (FirePro 3D V8750) vs 240 (Quadro FX 3500). Raw compute: 3.482 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V8750) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 3500).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8750 | Quadro FX 3500 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,272+380% | 265 |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Tesla 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 55 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+753% | 240 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 3.482 TFLOPS+460% | 0.6221 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 128+60% | 80 |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+200% | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8750 | Quadro FX 3500 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 FirePro 3D V8750 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro FX 3500 has 256 MB. The FirePro 3D V8750 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 768 KB (FirePro 3D V8750) vs 256 KB (Quadro FX 3500) — the FirePro 3D V8750 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8750 | Quadro FX 3500 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB+700% | 0.25 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+200% | 256 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro 3D V8750 draws 274W versus the Quadro FX 3500's 189W — a 36.7% difference. The Quadro FX 3500 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 3D V8750) vs 350W (Quadro FX 3500). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8750 | Quadro FX 3500 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 274W | 189W-31% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 254mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 90°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 4.6+229% | 1.4 |
Value Analysis
The FirePro 3D V8750 launched at $1799 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the Quadro FX 3500 launched at $1599 and now averages $1599. The FirePro 3D V8750 costs 68.7% less ($1099 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 2.5 (FirePro 3D V8750) vs 0.2 (Quadro FX 3500) — the FirePro 3D V8750 offers 1150% better value. The FirePro 3D V8750 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2008).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8750 | Quadro FX 3500 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1799 | $1599-11% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $500-69% | $1599 |
| Performance per Dollar | 2.5+1150% | 0.2 |
| Codename | Tahiti | GT200B |
| Release | January 18 2014 | November 11 2008 |
| Ranking | #423 | #815 |
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