UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs vs FirePro 3D V8800
UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs
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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
Performance Per Dollar FirePro 3D V8800
Performance Comparison
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⚠️ Generational Difference
The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is significantly newer (2020 vs 2010). The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro 3D V8800 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro 3D V8800 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.6% 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 UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs.
| Insight | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | FirePro 3D V8800 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.6%) |
| Longevity | Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $20 versus $30 for the FirePro 3D V8800, it costs 33% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 47.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | FirePro 3D V8800 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+47.7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($20) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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 UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs and FirePro 3D V8800
UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs
The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is manufactured by Intel. It was released in August 15 2020. It features the Gen. 11 Ice Lake architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 1450 MHz. It has 48 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 28W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,400 points.
FirePro 3D V8800
The FirePro 3D V8800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 26 2010. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 690 MHz. It has 800 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 74W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,438 points. Launch price was $479.
Graphics Performance
The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs scores 2,400 and the FirePro 3D V8800 reaches 2,438 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is built on Gen. 11 Ice Lake while the FirePro 3D V8800 uses TeraScale 2, both on 10 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 48 (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) vs 800 (FirePro 3D V8800).
| Feature | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | FirePro 3D V8800 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,400 | 2,438+2% |
| Architecture | Gen. 11 Ice Lake | TeraScale 2 |
| Process Node | 10 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 48 | 800+1567% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | FirePro 3D V8800 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the FirePro 3D V8800 has 2 GB. The FirePro 3D V8800 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.
| Feature | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | FirePro 3D V8800 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | System | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) vs 11.2 (FirePro 3D V8800). Vulkan: 1.3 vs None. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.
| Feature | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | FirePro 3D V8800 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1)+7% | 11.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | None |
| OpenGL | 4.6+5% | 4.4 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 4+33% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: Quick Sync (Tiger Lake) (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) vs None (FirePro 3D V8800). Decoder: Quick Sync (Tiger Lake) vs UVD 2.3. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro 3D V8800).
| Feature | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | FirePro 3D V8800 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Quick Sync (Tiger Lake) | None |
| Decoder | Quick Sync (Tiger Lake) | UVD 2.3 |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs draws 28W versus the FirePro 3D V8800's 74W — a 90.2% difference. The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) vs 350W (FirePro 3D V8800). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 267mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 85.
| Feature | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | FirePro 3D V8800 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 28W-62% | 74W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | 267mm |
| Height | 0mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 85.7+160% | 32.9 |
Value Analysis
The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the FirePro 3D V8800 launched at $1499 and now averages $30. The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs costs 33.3% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 120.0 (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) vs 81.3 (FirePro 3D V8800) — the UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs offers 47.6% better value. The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2010).
| Feature | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | FirePro 3D V8800 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $1499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-33% | $30 |
| Performance per Dollar | 120.0+48% | 81.3 |
| Codename | Tiger Lake Xe | Juniper |
| Release | August 15 2020 | April 26 2010 |
| Ranking | #712 | #780 |
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