Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE vs FirePro M5100
Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE
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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. The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE is positioned at rank #254 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro M5100 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.1% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (2 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE.
| Insight | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE | FirePro M5100 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Vega (2017−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| 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 M5100 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro M5100 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $60), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 100.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE | FirePro M5100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+100.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60) | ✅More affordable ($30) |
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 Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE and FirePro M5100
Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE
The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 26 2017. It features the Vega architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1200 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,872 points.
FirePro M5100
The FirePro M5100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 16 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 725 MHz to 775 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,874 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE scores 1,872 and the FirePro M5100 reaches 1,874 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE is built on Vega while the FirePro M5100 uses GCN 1.0, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE) vs 640 (FirePro M5100). Raw compute: 1.843 TFLOPS (Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE) vs 0.992 TFLOPS (FirePro M5100). Boost clocks: 1200 MHz vs 775 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE | FirePro M5100 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,872 | 1,874 |
| Architecture | Vega | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 512 | 640+25% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.843 TFLOPS+86% | 0.992 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1200 MHz+55% | 775 MHz |
| ROPs | 8 | 16+100% |
| TMUs | 32 | 40+25% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE | FirePro M5100 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the FirePro M5100 has 2 GB. The FirePro M5100 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE | FirePro M5100 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | System | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE draws 15W versus the FirePro M5100's 150W — a 163.6% difference. The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE) vs 350W (FirePro M5100). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE | FirePro M5100 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-90% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 82mm |
| Height | — | 70mm |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 124.8+898% | 12.5 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the FirePro M5100 launched at $0 and now averages $30. The FirePro M5100 costs 50% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 31.2 (Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE) vs 62.5 (FirePro M5100) — the FirePro M5100 offers 100.3% better value. The Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2013).
| Feature | Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE | FirePro M5100 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $99 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60 | $30-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 31.2 | 62.5+100% |
| Codename | Vega Raven Ridge | Venus |
| Release | October 26 2017 | October 16 2013 |
| Ranking | #721 | #701 |
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