
FireStream 9370
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FirePro M6100
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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. The FireStream 9370 is positioned at rank #246 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FireStream 9370
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FireStream 9370 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.3% 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 M6100.
| Insight | FireStream 9370 | FirePro M6100 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro M6100 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro M6100 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $50), it costs 40% less, resulting in a 64.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FireStream 9370 | FirePro M6100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+64.5%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) | ✅More affordable ($30) |
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 9370 and FirePro M6100

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.

FirePro M6100
The FirePro M6100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 27 2014. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 1100 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,495 points.
Graphics Performance
The FireStream 9370 scores 2,528 and the FirePro M6100 reaches 2,495 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FireStream 9370 is built on TeraScale 2 while the FirePro M6100 uses GCN 2.0, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 1,600 (FireStream 9370) vs 896 (FirePro M6100). Raw compute: 2.64 TFLOPS (FireStream 9370) vs 1.971 TFLOPS (FirePro M6100).
| Feature | FireStream 9370 | FirePro M6100 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,528+1% | 2,495 |
| Architecture | TeraScale 2 | GCN 2.0 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1600+79% | 896 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.64 TFLOPS+34% | 1.971 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32+100% | 16 |
| TMUs | 80+43% | 56 |
| L1 Cache | 160 KB | 224 KB+40% |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB+100% | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FireStream 9370 | FirePro M6100 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 FireStream 9370 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the FirePro M6100 has 2 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: 512 KB (FireStream 9370) vs 256 KB (FirePro M6100) — the FireStream 9370 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | FireStream 9370 | FirePro M6100 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+100% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB+100% | 256 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.2 (FireStream 9370) vs 12 (FirePro M6100). OpenGL: 4.4 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 4.
| Feature | FireStream 9370 | FirePro M6100 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.2 | 12+7% |
| OpenGL | 4.4 | 4.6+5% |
| Max Displays | 1 | 4+300% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (FireStream 9370) vs VCE 2.0 (FirePro M6100). Decoder: UVD 2.2 vs UVD 4.2. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FireStream 9370) vs H.264 (FirePro M6100).
| Feature | FireStream 9370 | FirePro M6100 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | VCE 2.0 |
| Decoder | UVD 2.2 | UVD 4.2 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264 |
Power & Dimensions
The FireStream 9370 draws 225W versus the FirePro M6100's 150W — a 40% difference. The FirePro M6100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FireStream 9370) vs 350W (FirePro M6100). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 85.
| Feature | FireStream 9370 | FirePro M6100 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 150W-33% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 267mm | 0mm |
| Height | 111mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C-6% | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 11.2 | 16.6+48% |
Value Analysis
The FireStream 9370 launched at $800 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the FirePro M6100 launched at $0 and now averages $30. The FirePro M6100 costs 40% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 50.6 (FireStream 9370) vs 83.2 (FirePro M6100) — the FirePro M6100 offers 64.4% better value. The FirePro M6100 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2010).
| Feature | FireStream 9370 | FirePro M6100 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $800 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $30-40% |
| Performance per Dollar | 50.6 | 83.2+64% |
| Codename | Cypress | Emerald |
| Release | June 23 2010 | May 27 2014 |
| Ranking | #631 | #638 |
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