FireStream 9370 vs Radeon HD 6850 X2

CPU

GPU

FireStream 9370

2010Core: 825 MHz

Radeon HD 6850 X2

2011Core: 800 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FireStream 9370

225

2,528

0.0%

Radeon RX 470 (móvel)

Radeon RX 7400

Radeon RX 7800M

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB

Radeon HD 6850 X2

254

2,534

+0.2%

Radeon RX 470 (móvel)

Radeon RX 7400

Radeon RX 7800M

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB

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.

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 9370

#103

Radeon Pro W6800X Duo

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $4999

93%

#104

Radeon Pro W6900X

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $5000

92%

#105

Quadro RTX 6000

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1800

90%

#106

L40S

MSRP: $7500|Avg: $7500

84%

#231

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

4675%

#246

FireStream 9370

MSRP: $800|Avg: $50

100%

#247

GRID K260Q

MSRP: $937|Avg: $15

100%

#249

Quadro 600

MSRP: $179|Avg: $20

92%

#251

Quadro 410

MSRP: $149|Avg: $25

91%

#253

FirePro W600

MSRP: $599|Avg: $30

90%

#254

FirePro W8100

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $200

86%

#255

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $1500

86%

#256

Quadro K5200

MSRP: $2250|Avg: $70

86%

#257

Quadro K2000D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

84%

#258

FirePro V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $96

84%

#260

FirePro W8000

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599

84%

#261

GRID P4-8Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $200

84%

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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon HD 6850 X2 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FireStream 9370 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	FireStream 9370	Radeon HD 6850 X2
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	Standard Size (285mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon HD 6850 X2 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 6850 X2 holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $50), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 0.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FireStream 9370	Radeon HD 6850 X2
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+0.2%)
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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 9370 Benchmark Check

Radeon HD 6850 X2 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

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League of Legends

League of Legends

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Valorant

Valorant

No prediction data available

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FireStream 9370 and Radeon HD 6850 X2

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.

Radeon HD 6850 X2

The Radeon HD 6850 X2 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in September 19 2011. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 960 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 254W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,534 points.

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Graphics Performance

The FireStream 9370 scores 2,528 and the Radeon HD 6850 X2 reaches 2,534 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FireStream 9370 is built on TeraScale 2 while the Radeon HD 6850 X2 uses TeraScale 2, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 1,600 (FireStream 9370) vs 960 (Radeon HD 6850 X2). Raw compute: 2.64 TFLOPS (FireStream 9370) vs 1.536 TFLOPS ×2 (Radeon HD 6850 X2).

Feature	FireStream 9370	Radeon HD 6850 X2
G3D Mark Score	2,528	2,534
Architecture	TeraScale 2	TeraScale 2
Process Node	40 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	1600+67%	960 ×2
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.64 TFLOPS+72%	1.536 TFLOPS ×2
ROPs	32	32 ×2
TMUs	80+67%	48 ×2
L1 Cache	160 KB	192 KB+20%
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FireStream 9370	Radeon HD 6850 X2
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 FireStream 9370 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 6850 X2 has 2 GB. The FireStream 9370 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	FireStream 9370	Radeon HD 6850 X2
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.2 (FireStream 9370) vs 11.2 (Radeon HD 6850 X2). Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 4.

Feature	FireStream 9370	Radeon HD 6850 X2
DirectX	11.2	11.2
Max Displays	1	4+300%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (FireStream 9370) vs UVD 2.2 (Radeon HD 6850 X2). Decoder: UVD 2.2 vs UVD 2.2.

Feature	FireStream 9370	Radeon HD 6850 X2
Encoder	None	UVD 2.2
Decoder	UVD 2.2	UVD 2.2
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	—

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Power & Dimensions

The FireStream 9370 draws 225W versus the Radeon HD 6850 X2's 254W — a 12.1% difference. The FireStream 9370 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FireStream 9370) vs 600W (Radeon HD 6850 X2). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 285mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	FireStream 9370	Radeon HD 6850 X2
TDP	225W-11%	254W
Recommended PSU	350W-42%	600W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	2x 8-pin
Length	267mm	285mm
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	11.2+12%	10.0

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Value Analysis

The FireStream 9370 launched at $800 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Radeon HD 6850 X2 launched at $350 and now averages $50. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 50.6 (FireStream 9370) vs 50.7 (Radeon HD 6850 X2) — the Radeon HD 6850 X2 offers 0.2% better value. The Radeon HD 6850 X2 is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2010).