GeForce RTX 4070 vs FirePro 3D V8700
GeForce RTX 4070
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4070
Performance Per Dollar FirePro 3D V8700
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 4070 is significantly newer (2023 vs 2014). The GeForce RTX 4070 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro 3D V8700 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2132.1% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (12 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro 3D V8700.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 | FirePro 3D V8700 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2132.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2132.1%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (304mm) | Standard Size (254mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $550 versus $1,229 for the FirePro 3D V8700, it costs 55% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 4887.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 | FirePro 3D V8700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+4887.7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($550) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,229) |
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 GeForce RTX 4070 and FirePro 3D V8700
GeForce RTX 4070
The GeForce RTX 4070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1920 MHz to 2475 MHz. It has 5888 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 26,919 points. Launch price was $599.
FirePro 3D V8700
The FirePro 3D V8700 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: 1,206 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4070 scores 26,919 versus the FirePro 3D V8700's 1,206 — the GeForce RTX 4070 leads by 2132.1%. The GeForce RTX 4070 is built on Ada Lovelace while the FirePro 3D V8700 uses GCN 1.0, both on 5 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 5,888 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 2,048 (FirePro 3D V8700). Raw compute: 29.15 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 3.482 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V8700).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | FirePro 3D V8700 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 26,919+2132% | 1,206 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 5888+188% | 2048 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 29.15 TFLOPS+737% | 3.482 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 64+100% | 32 |
| TMUs | 184+44% | 128 |
| L1 Cache | 5.8 MB+1060% | 0.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 36 MB+4700% | 0.75 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The FirePro 3D V8700 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4070 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The FirePro 3D V8700 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | FirePro 3D V8700 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 4070 comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the FirePro 3D V8700 has 1 GB. The GeForce RTX 4070 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 192-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 36 MB (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 0.75 MB (FirePro 3D V8700) — the GeForce RTX 4070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | FirePro 3D V8700 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+1100% | 1 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 192-bit+200% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 36 MB+4700% | 0.75 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 10.1 (FirePro 3D V8700). Vulkan: 1.3 vs None. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | FirePro 3D V8700 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2+21% | 10.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | None |
| OpenGL | 4.6+39% | 3.3 |
| Max Displays | 4+100% | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 8th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce RTX 4070) vs UVD 2 (FirePro 3D V8700). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs UVD 2. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (FirePro 3D V8700).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | FirePro 3D V8700 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 8th Gen NVENC (2x) | UVD 2 |
| Decoder | 5th Gen NVDEC | UVD 2 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4070 draws 200W versus the FirePro 3D V8700's 274W — a 31.2% difference. The GeForce RTX 4070 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 350W (FirePro 3D V8700). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 304mm vs 254mm, occupying 3 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 70°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | FirePro 3D V8700 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W-27% | 274W |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 350W-46% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 304mm | 254mm |
| Height | 137mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 3 | 2-33% |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 70°C-13% |
| Perf/Watt | 134.6+2959% | 4.4 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4070 launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $550, while the FirePro 3D V8700 launched at $1499 and now averages $1229. The GeForce RTX 4070 costs 55.2% less ($679 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 48.9 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 1.0 (FirePro 3D V8700) — the GeForce RTX 4070 offers 4790% better value. The GeForce RTX 4070 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2014).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | FirePro 3D V8700 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $599-60% | $1499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $550-55% | $1229 |
| Performance per Dollar | 48.9+4790% | 1.0 |
| Codename | AD104 | Tahiti |
| Release | April 12 2023 | January 18 2014 |
| Ranking | #32 | #423 |
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