FirePro M4000 vs Radeon R9 M370X

CPU

GPU

FirePro M4000

2012Core: 675 MHz

Radeon R9 M370X

2015Core: 800 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro M4000

1,596

+1.7%

Radeon Vega 3

Radeon R7 M460

Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

Radeon R9 M370X

1,570

0.0%

Radeon R7 G

Radeon R7 250

Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon R9 M370X

#461

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

2076%

#463

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1882%

#464

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1877%

#468

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1707%

#469

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1695%

#471

Radeon R9 M370X

MSRP: $300|Avg: $100

100%

#472

Radeon HD 8280

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

100%

#473

GeForce GTX 850A

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

98%

#474

Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

97%

#475

Mobility Radeon HD 5730

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

97%

#476

Radeon R7 A10-7700K

MSRP: $152|Avg: $118

97%

#477

Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

97%

#479

Radeon HD 6990M Crossfire

MSRP: $699|Avg: $150

96%

#480

Radeon R5 M330

MSRP: $120|Avg: $20

95%

#481

Radeon HD 8510G + 8500M Dual

MSRP: $120|Avg: $35

95%

#482

Radeon HD 8650G + 7600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

95%

#483

GeForce GTX 760A

MSRP: $249|Avg: $40

94%

#484

Mobility Radeon HD 5470

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

92%

#485

Radeon R9 M270X

MSRP: $250|Avg: $40

92%

#486

Radeon R7 M260

MSRP: $110|Avg: $110

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FirePro M4000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon R9 M370X offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	FirePro M4000	Radeon R9 M370X
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / 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 M4000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro M4000 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $100), it costs 70% less, resulting in a 238.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro M4000	Radeon R9 M370X
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+238.9%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($30)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100)

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.

FirePro M4000 Benchmark Check

Radeon R9 M370X Benchmark Check

Counter-Strike 2

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League of Legends

League of Legends

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro M4000 and Radeon R9 M370X

FirePro M4000

The FirePro M4000 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 27 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 675 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,596 points.

Radeon R9 M370X

The Radeon R9 M370X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 19 2015. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,570 points.

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Graphics Performance

The FirePro M4000 scores 1,596 and the Radeon R9 M370X reaches 1,570 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro M4000 is built on GCN 1.0 while the Radeon R9 M370X uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 512 (FirePro M4000) vs 640 (Radeon R9 M370X).

Feature	FirePro M4000	Radeon R9 M370X
G3D Mark Score	1,596+2%	1,570
Architecture	GCN 1.0	GCN 1.0
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	512	640+25%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro M4000	Radeon R9 M370X
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro M4000 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon R9 M370X has 4 GB. The Radeon R9 M370X offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	FirePro M4000	Radeon R9 M370X
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	4 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FirePro M4000) vs 12 (FL 11_1) (Radeon R9 M370X). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 3.

Feature	FirePro M4000	Radeon R9 M370X
DirectX	12	12 (FL 11_1)
Vulkan	1.2	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	6+100%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0 (FirePro M4000) vs VCE 1.0 (Radeon R9 M370X). Decoder: UVD 4.0 vs UVD 4.0. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 (FirePro M4000) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (Radeon R9 M370X).

Feature	FirePro M4000	Radeon R9 M370X
Encoder	VCE 1.0	VCE 1.0
Decoder	UVD 4.0	UVD 4.0
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro M4000 draws 33W versus the Radeon R9 M370X's 75W — a 77.8% difference. The FirePro M4000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro M4000) vs 350W (Radeon R9 M370X). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile.

Feature	FirePro M4000	Radeon R9 M370X
TDP	33W-56%	75W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Mobile
Length	82mm	—
Height	0mm	—
Slots	1	0-100%
Temp (Load)	75°C	—
Perf/Watt	48.4+132%	20.9

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Value Analysis

The FirePro M4000 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the Radeon R9 M370X launched at $300 and now averages $100. The FirePro M4000 costs 70% less ($70 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 53.2 (FirePro M4000) vs 15.7 (Radeon R9 M370X) — the FirePro M4000 offers 238.9% better value. The Radeon R9 M370X is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2012).