Quadro K4100M vs FirePro V9800
Quadro K4100M
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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 Quadro K4100M is positioned at rank 52 and the FirePro V9800 is on rank 368, so the Quadro K4100M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro K4100M
Performance Per Dollar FirePro V9800
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro K4100M 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 V9800.
| Insight | Quadro K4100M | FirePro V9800 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro V9800 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro V9800 holds the technical lead. Priced at $250 (vs $261), it costs 4% less, resulting in a 2.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro K4100M | FirePro V9800 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+2.7%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($261) | ✅More affordable ($250) |
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 Quadro K4100M and FirePro V9800
Quadro K4100M
The Quadro K4100M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 706 MHz. It has 1152 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,773 points. Launch price was $1,499.
FirePro V9800
The FirePro V9800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 24 2011. It features the TeraScale 3 architecture. The core clock speed is 725 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,727 points.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro K4100M scores 2,773 and the FirePro V9800 reaches 2,727 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro K4100M is built on Kepler while the FirePro V9800 uses TeraScale 3, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 1,152 (Quadro K4100M) vs 1,280 (FirePro V9800). Raw compute: 1.627 TFLOPS (Quadro K4100M) vs 1.856 TFLOPS (FirePro V9800).
| Feature | Quadro K4100M | FirePro V9800 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,773+2% | 2,727 |
| Architecture | Kepler | TeraScale 3 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 1152 | 1280+11% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.627 TFLOPS | 1.856 TFLOPS+14% |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 96+20% | 80 |
| L1 Cache | 96 KB | 320 KB+233% |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro K4100M | FirePro V9800 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Quadro K4100M | FirePro V9800 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro K4100M draws 100W versus the FirePro V9800's 150W — a 40% difference. The Quadro K4100M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K4100M) vs 350W (FirePro V9800). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Quadro K4100M | FirePro V9800 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 100W-33% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 267mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 27.7+52% | 18.2 |
Value Analysis
The Quadro K4100M launched at $1499 MSRP and currently averages $261, while the FirePro V9800 launched at $3499 and now averages $250. The FirePro V9800 costs 4.2% less ($11 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 10.6 (Quadro K4100M) vs 10.9 (FirePro V9800) — the FirePro V9800 offers 2.8% better value. The Quadro K4100M is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2011).
| Feature | Quadro K4100M | FirePro V9800 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1499-57% | $3499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $261 | $250-4% |
| Performance per Dollar | 10.6 | 10.9+3% |
| Codename | GK104 | Cayman |
| Release | July 23 2013 | May 24 2011 |
| Ranking | #604 | #656 |
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