GPU·Budget

FirePro S7150

AMD

G3D Mark

3,770

MSRP

$2399

AVG Price

$459

February 1 2016
150 Watt
GCN 3.0 (2014−2019)

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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.

Overview

The FirePro S7150 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in February 1 2016. It features the GCN 3.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 920 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,770 points. Launch price was $2,399.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The FirePro S7150 is positioned at rank #315 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 FirePro S7150

#116
Radeon Pro SSG
MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500
100%
#299
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
9410%
#315
FirePro S7150
MSRP: $2399|Avg: $459
100%
#316
FirePro W9000
MSRP: $3999|Avg: $150
98%
#317
GRID M60-4Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120
97%
#318
Quadro K6000
MSRP: $5265|Avg: $300
97%
#319
FirePro V8800
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $100
97%
#320
NVS 510
MSRP: $449|Avg: $15
96%
#321
GRID M60-1Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $50
94%
#322
FirePro M2000
MSRP: $300|Avg: $50
90%
#323
GRID K280Q
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50
90%
#324
Tesla K20c
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500
89%
#325
GRID M6-1Q
MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100
88%
#326
Quadro FX 380
MSRP: $129|Avg: $15
87%
#327
Tesla C2050 / C2070
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30
87%
#328
FirePro M7740
MSRP: $500|Avg: $500
85%
#329
Quadro FX 570
MSRP: $199|Avg: $15
83%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of FirePro S7150 specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The FirePro S7150 scores 3,770 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the GCN 3.0 (2014−2019) architecture (codename: Tonga), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 2048 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 128 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 32 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 3.768 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.

SpecificationFirePro S7150
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score3,770
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationGCN 3.0 (2014−2019)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameTonga
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute2048
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling128
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending32
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency920 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance3.768 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second117.8 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x4
Transistor Count5,000 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#521
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro S7150 is equipped with 4 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationFirePro S7150
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures4 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generationGDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth64-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate8 Gbps
L1 Cache512 kB
L2 Cache512 kB

Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 12, Vulkan 1.2, OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

SpecificationFirePro S7150
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version12
VulkanCross-platform graphics API1.2
OpenGLLegacy graphics API4.6
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)OpenCL 2.0
Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink supportMxGPU
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Display & Media

Display outputs: — supports up to 0 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: VCE 3.0, decoder: UVD 5.0— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265.

SpecificationFirePro S7150
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors0
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine versionVCE 3.0
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine versionUVD 5.0
CodecsSupported video compression formatsH.264,H.265
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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro S7150 draws 150 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 241mm long, 111mm tall, occupying 1 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 40°C at idle, 70°C under load.

SpecificationFirePro S7150
TDPPower consumption under load150 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typePCIe-powered
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance241mm
Card Height111mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied1-slot
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle40°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load70°C
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $459 (MSRP: $2399), the FirePro S7150 delivers 8 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #315 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #521 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationFirePro S7150
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$2399
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$459
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position#315
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#521
Release DateFebruary 1 2016
Release Year2016

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