FireStream 9170 vs GeForce GTX 1060

CPU

GPU

FireStream 9170

2010Core: 825 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FireStream 9170

225

647

0.0%

Mobility Radeon HD 565v

10,064

+1455.5%

GeForce GTX 680

GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE

GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile

GeForce GTX TITAN Z

GeForce GTX 980 Ti

GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

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. The FireStream 9170 is positioned at rank #393 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 FireStream 9170

#377

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

46166%

#392

RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q

MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565

100%

#393

FireStream 9170

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $20

100%

#394

Quadro FX 1700

MSRP: $699|Avg: $500

97%

#395

GRID P40-6Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

94%

#396

Quadro FX 540

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

84%

#397

Quadro FX 1500

MSRP: $699|Avg: $30

75%

#398

Quadro 7000

MSRP: $14499|Avg: $300

75%

#399

Tesla M2070-Q

MSRP: $5489|Avg: $50

75%

#400

Quadro FX 4700 X2

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $15

72%

#401

Quadro FX 3700

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $500

72%

#402

GRID M10-0B

MSRP: $4000|Avg: $1000

69%

#404

GRID K340

MSRP: $3299|Avg: $57

63%

#405

Quadro FX 4600

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $50

63%

#406

Quadro FX 5600

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $50

56%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1060 is significantly newer (2016 vs 2010). The GeForce GTX 1060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FireStream 9170 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1455.5% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (6 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FireStream 9170.

Insight	FireStream 9170	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1455.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1455.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+1100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 1060 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $60), it costs 67% less, resulting in a 418.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FireStream 9170	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+418.5%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($20)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60)

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.

FireStream 9170 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FireStream 9170 and GeForce GTX 1060

FireStream 9170

The FireStream 9170 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: 647 points.

GeForce GTX 1060

The GeForce GTX 1060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,064 points. Launch price was $599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the FireStream 9170 scores 647 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 1455.5%. The FireStream 9170 is built on TeraScale 2 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 40 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 1,600 (FireStream 9170) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 2.64 TFLOPS (FireStream 9170) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	FireStream 9170	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	647	10,064+1455%
Architecture	TeraScale 2	Pascal
Process Node	40 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	1600	2560+60%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.64 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+236%
ROPs	32	64+100%
TMUs	80	160+100%
L1 Cache	160 KB	960 KB+500%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FireStream 9170	GeForce GTX 1060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FireStream 9170 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (FireStream 9170) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	FireStream 9170	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	6 GB+1100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 10.1 (FireStream 9170) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	FireStream 9170	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	10.1	12+19%
OpenGL	3.3	4.5+36%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (FireStream 9170) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: UVD+ vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FireStream 9170) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	FireStream 9170	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	None	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	UVD+	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The FireStream 9170 draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 22.2% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FireStream 9170) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 241mm vs 173mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	FireStream 9170	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	225W	180W-20%
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	241mm	173mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	—
Perf/Watt	2.9	55.9+1828%

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Value Analysis

The FireStream 9170 launched at $1999 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The FireStream 9170 costs 66.7% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 32.4 (FireStream 9170) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 417.6% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2010).