FireStream 9270
VS
GeForce GTX 1650

FireStream 9270 vs GeForce GTX 1650

FireStream 9270

2008Core: 750 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz

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. The FireStream 9270 is positioned at rank #359 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 9270

#344
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
16599%
#359
FireStream 9270
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $20
100%
#360
Quadro 400
MSRP: $169|Avg: $500
99%
#361
FirePro 2260
MSRP: $129|Avg: $15
99%
#362
Quadro FX 380 LP
MSRP: $169|Avg: $15
97%
#364
Quadro FX 1800
MSRP: $489|Avg: $100
91%
#365
FirePro 3D V8700
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $1229
90%
#366
FirePro 3D V9800
MSRP: $3499|Avg: $80
90%
#367
Quadro 5000
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $100
89%
#368
FirePro V5700
MSRP: $599|Avg: $20
88%
#369
FirePro V9800
MSRP: $3499|Avg: $250
88%
#370
FirePro 3D V8750
MSRP: $1799|Avg: $500
80%
#371
FirePro 3D V7750
MSRP: $799|Avg: $20
76%
#372
GRID M10-2B
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $80
74%
#373
Quadro FX 370
MSRP: $129|Avg: $500
73%
#374
Quadro 6000
MSRP: $4399|Avg: $150
69%
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 1650 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2008). The GeForce GTX 1650 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FireStream 9270 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 486.8% 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 FireStream 9270.

InsightFireStream 9270GeForce GTX 1650
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-486.8%)
Leading raw performance (+486.8%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / TeraScale (2005−2013))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $20), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 56.5% better value per dollar than the FireStream 9270.

InsightFireStream 9270GeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+56.5%)
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($20)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)

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 FireStream 9270 and GeForce GTX 1650

AMD

FireStream 9270

The FireStream 9270 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in November 13 2008. It features the TeraScale architecture. The core clock speed is 750 MHz. It has 800 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,341 points.

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

The GeForce GTX 1650 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 23 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1485 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,869 points. Launch price was $149.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the FireStream 9270 scores 1,341 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 486.8%. The FireStream 9270 is built on TeraScale while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 55 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 800 (FireStream 9270) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 1.2 TFLOPS (FireStream 9270) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650).

FeatureFireStream 9270GeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score
1,341
7,869+487%
Architecture
TeraScale
Turing
Process Node
55 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
800
896+12%
Compute (TFLOPS)
1.2 TFLOPS
2.984 TFLOPS+149%
ROPs
16
32+100%
TMUs
40
56+40%
L1 Cache
160 KB
896 KB+460%
L2 Cache
0.25 MB
1 MB+300%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureFireStream 9270GeForce GTX 1650
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 9270 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (FireStream 9270) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureFireStream 9270GeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
4 GB+100%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
128-bit+100%
L2 Cache
0.25 MB
1 MB+300%
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 10.1 (FireStream 9270) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 3.

FeatureFireStream 9270GeForce GTX 1650
DirectX
10.1
12+19%
OpenGL
3.3
4.6+39%
Max Displays
1
3+200%
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (FireStream 9270) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: UVD 2.2 vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FireStream 9270) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).

FeatureFireStream 9270GeForce GTX 1650
Encoder
None
NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder
UVD 2.2
NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs
H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2
H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The FireStream 9270 draws 160W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 72.3% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FireStream 9270) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 241mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 70°C.

FeatureFireStream 9270GeForce GTX 1650
TDP
160W
75W-53%
Recommended PSU
350W
300W-14%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
None
Length
241mm
229mm
Height
111mm
111mm
Slots
2
2
Temp (Load)
85°C
70°C-18%
Perf/Watt
8.4
104.9+1149%
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Value Analysis

The FireStream 9270 launched at $1499 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The FireStream 9270 costs 73.3% less ($55 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 67.0 (FireStream 9270) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 56.6% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2008).

FeatureFireStream 9270GeForce GTX 1650
MSRP
$1499
$149-90%
Avg Price (30d)
$20-73%
$75
Performance per Dollar
67.0
104.9+57%
Codename
RV770
TU117
Release
November 13 2008
April 23 2019
Ranking
#790
#323