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FireStream 9270
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Quadro K2100M
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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 FireStream 9270 is positioned at rank 359 and the Quadro K2100M is on rank 108, so the Quadro K2100M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FireStream 9270
Performance Per Dollar Quadro K2100M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro K2100M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FireStream 9270.
| Insight | FireStream 9270 | Quadro K2100M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / TeraScale (2005−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Quadro K2100M remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 Quadro K2100M
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.
Quadro K2100M
The Quadro K2100M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 667 MHz. It has 576 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,370 points. Launch price was $84.95.
Graphics Performance
The FireStream 9270 scores 1,341 and the Quadro K2100M reaches 1,370 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FireStream 9270 is built on TeraScale while the Quadro K2100M uses Kepler, both on 55 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 800 (FireStream 9270) vs 576 (Quadro K2100M). Raw compute: 1.2 TFLOPS (FireStream 9270) vs 0.7684 TFLOPS (Quadro K2100M).
| Feature | FireStream 9270 | Quadro K2100M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,341 | 1,370+2% |
| Architecture | TeraScale | Kepler |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 800+39% | 576 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.2 TFLOPS+56% | 0.7684 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 16 | 16 |
| TMUs | 40 | 48+20% |
| L1 Cache | 160 KB+233% | 48 KB |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FireStream 9270 | Quadro K2100M |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | FireStream 9270 | Quadro K2100M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.1 (FireStream 9270) vs 12 (11_0) (Quadro K2100M). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 4.
| Feature | FireStream 9270 | Quadro K2100M |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.1 | 12 (11_0)+19% |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.6+39% |
| Max Displays | 1 | 4+300% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (FireStream 9270) vs 1st Gen NVENC (Quadro K2100M). Decoder: UVD 2.2 vs 1st Gen NVDEC (VP5). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FireStream 9270) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 (Quadro K2100M).
| Feature | FireStream 9270 | Quadro K2100M |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | 1st Gen NVENC |
| Decoder | UVD 2.2 | 1st Gen NVDEC (VP5) |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 |
Power & Dimensions
The FireStream 9270 draws 160W versus the Quadro K2100M's 55W — a 97.7% difference. The Quadro K2100M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FireStream 9270) vs 350W (Quadro K2100M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | FireStream 9270 | Quadro K2100M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 160W | 55W-66% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 241mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 80°C-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 8.4 | 24.9+196% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro K2100M is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).
| Feature | FireStream 9270 | Quadro K2100M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1499 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20 | — |
| Codename | RV770 | GK106 |
| Release | November 13 2008 | July 23 2013 |
| Ranking | #790 | #788 |
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