FirePro 3D V8800 vs FireStream 9370
FirePro 3D V8800
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FireStream 9370
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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.
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 FirePro 3D V8800 is positioned at rank 312 and the FireStream 9370 is on rank 246, so the FireStream 9370 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro 3D V8800
Performance Per Dollar FireStream 9370
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FireStream 9370 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro 3D V8800.
| Insight | FirePro 3D V8800 | FireStream 9370 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)) | 🛑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) | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro 3D V8800 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro 3D V8800 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $50), it costs 40% less, resulting in a 60.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro 3D V8800 | FireStream 9370 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+60.7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) |
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 FirePro 3D V8800 and FireStream 9370
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.
FireStream 9370
The FireStream 9370 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 23 2010. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 825 MHz. It has 1600 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,528 points.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro 3D V8800 scores 2,438 and the FireStream 9370 reaches 2,528 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro 3D V8800 is built on TeraScale 2 while the FireStream 9370 uses TeraScale 2, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 800 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 1,600 (FireStream 9370). Raw compute: 1.104 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 2.64 TFLOPS (FireStream 9370).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | FireStream 9370 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,438 | 2,528+4% |
| Architecture | TeraScale 2 | TeraScale 2 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 800 | 1600+100% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.104 TFLOPS | 2.64 TFLOPS+139% |
| ROPs | 16 | 32+100% |
| TMUs | 40 | 80+100% |
| L1 Cache | 80 KB | 160 KB+100% |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 512 KB+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | FireStream 9370 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 FirePro 3D V8800 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the FireStream 9370 has 4 GB. The FireStream 9370 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 256 KB (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 512 KB (FireStream 9370) — the FireStream 9370 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | FireStream 9370 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 4 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 512 KB+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.2 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 11.2 (FireStream 9370). OpenGL: 4.4 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 1.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | FireStream 9370 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.2 | 11.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.4 | 4.4 |
| Max Displays | 4+300% | 1 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (FirePro 3D V8800) vs None (FireStream 9370). Decoder: UVD 2.3 vs UVD 2.2. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FireStream 9370).
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | FireStream 9370 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | None |
| Decoder | UVD 2.3 | UVD 2.2 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro 3D V8800 draws 74W versus the FireStream 9370's 225W — a 101% difference. The FirePro 3D V8800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 350W (FireStream 9370). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 80°C.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | FireStream 9370 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 74W-67% | 225W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 267mm | 267mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | 80°C-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 32.9+194% | 11.2 |
Value Analysis
The FirePro 3D V8800 launched at $1499 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the FireStream 9370 launched at $800 and now averages $50. The FirePro 3D V8800 costs 40% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 81.3 (FirePro 3D V8800) vs 50.6 (FireStream 9370) — the FirePro 3D V8800 offers 60.7% better value.
| Feature | FirePro 3D V8800 | FireStream 9370 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1499 | $800-47% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-40% | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | 81.3+61% | 50.6 |
| Codename | Juniper | Cypress |
| Release | April 26 2010 | June 23 2010 |
| Ranking | #780 | #631 |
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