Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU vs FirePro W5100

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar FirePro W5100

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Quadro RTX 5000

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FirePro W5100

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Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU uses modern memory architecture. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro W5100 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.6% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FirePro W5100 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU	FirePro W5100
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.6%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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.

Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU and FirePro W5100

Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,035 points.

FirePro W5100

The FirePro W5100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 31 2014. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 930 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,987 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU scores 3,035 and the FirePro W5100 reaches 2,987 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.

Feature	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU	FirePro W5100
G3D Mark Score	3,035+2%	2,987
Process Node	7 nm	28 nm

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU	FirePro W5100
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the FirePro W5100 has 4 GB. The FirePro W5100 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.

Feature	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU	FirePro W5100
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	4 GB
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR5
Bus Width	System	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU) vs 12 (FirePro W5100). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2.170. OpenGL: ES 3.2 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 6.

Feature	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU	FirePro W5100
DirectX	12.1	12
Vulkan	1.3+8%	1.2.170
OpenGL	ES 3.2	4.6+44%
Max Displays	3	6+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VPU (Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU) vs VCE 2.0 (FirePro W5100). Decoder: VPU vs UVD 4.2. Supported codecs: AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 (Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (FirePro W5100).

Feature	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU	FirePro W5100
Encoder	VPU	VCE 2.0
Decoder	VPU	UVD 4.2
Codecs	AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU draws 7W versus the FirePro W5100's 50W — a 150.9% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU) vs 350W (FirePro W5100). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU	FirePro W5100
TDP	7W-86%	50W
Recommended PSU	1W-100%	350W
Power Connector	Integrated	PCIe-powered
Length	—	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	—	1
Temp (Load)	—	70°C
Perf/Watt	433.6+626%	59.7

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Value Analysis

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the FirePro W5100 launched at $399 and now averages $50. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU costs 100+% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU) vs 59.7 (FirePro W5100) — the Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU offers Infinity% better value. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 GPU is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2014).