Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS vs FirePro W8100

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 Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS is positioned at rank 197 and the FirePro W8100 is on rank 254, so the Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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

Performance Per Dollar Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS

#187

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

388%

#189

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

352%

#190

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

351%

#194

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

319%

#195

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

317%

#197

Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

100%

#203

GeForce GT 730M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $45

96%

#206

Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

93%

#208

Radeon RX Vega M GL

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

93%

#212

GeForce GTX 780M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar FirePro W8100

#106

L40S

MSRP: $7500|Avg: $7500

98%

#107

Quadro P6000

MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500

95%

#238

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

5411%

#253

L2

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $1500

100%

#254

FirePro W8100

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $200

100%

#255

Quadro K5200

MSRP: $2250|Avg: $70

100%

#257

Quadro K2000D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

98%

#258

FirePro V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $96

98%

#259

FirePro W8000

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599

97%

#260

Quadro K2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

97%

#261

GRID P4-8Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $200

97%

#263

FirePro 3D V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $30

94%

#264

GRID M40

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

92%

#265

GRID P40-8Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

92%

#266

GRID M3-3020

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

92%

#267

FirePro V3800

MSRP: $129|Avg: $12

91%

#268

FirePro V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $15

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS is significantly newer (2023 vs 2014). The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro W8100 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FirePro W8100 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS	FirePro W8100
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2.8%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.8%)
Longevity	Legacy (4nm)	🛑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

The FirePro W8100 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $200 versus $250 for the Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS, it costs 20% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 21.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS	FirePro W8100
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+21.6%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($250)	✅More affordable ($200)

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 SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS Benchmark Check

FirePro W8100 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS and FirePro W8100

Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS

The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in October 26 2023. The boost clock speed is 1500 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 40W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,000 points.

FirePro W8100

The FirePro W8100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 23 2014. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 824 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 220W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,812 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS scores 7,000 and the FirePro W8100 reaches 6,812 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 1,536 (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS) vs 2,560 (FirePro W8100).

Feature	Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS	FirePro W8100
G3D Mark Score	7,000+3%	6,812
Process Node	4 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1536	2560+67%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS	FirePro W8100
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 SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the FirePro W8100 has 8 GB. The FirePro W8100 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit.

Feature	Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS	FirePro W8100
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	8 GB
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR6
Bus Width	128-bit	256-bit+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS) vs 12 (FirePro W8100). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: ES 3.2 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 6.

Feature	Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS	FirePro W8100
DirectX	12.1	12
Vulkan	1.3+8%	1.2
OpenGL	ES 3.2	4.6+44%
Max Displays	3	6+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Adreno VPU (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS) vs VCE 2.0 (FirePro W8100). Decoder: Adreno VPU vs UVD 4.2. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2,MVC (FirePro W8100).

Feature	Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS	FirePro W8100
Encoder	Adreno VPU	VCE 2.0
Decoder	Adreno VPU	UVD 4.2
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2,MVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS draws 40W versus the FirePro W8100's 220W — a 138.5% difference. The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS) vs 350W (FirePro W8100). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 241mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS	FirePro W8100
TDP	40W-82%	220W
Recommended PSU	1W-100%	350W
Power Connector	Integrated	PCIe-powered
Length	0mm	241mm
Height	0mm	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	—	87°C
Perf/Watt	175.0+465%	31.0

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Value Analysis

The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS launched at $250 MSRP and currently averages $250, while the FirePro W8100 launched at $2499 and now averages $200. The FirePro W8100 costs 20% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 28.0 (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS) vs 34.1 (FirePro W8100) — the FirePro W8100 offers 21.8% better value. The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2014).