GeForce GTX 470M SLI vs FireStream 9370

CPU

GPU

GeForce GTX 470M SLI

2010Core: 535 MHz

FireStream 9370

2010Core: 825 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 470M SLI

2,540

+0.5%

GeForce RTX 2070 with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 2060 12GB

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

FireStream 9370

225

2,528

0.0%

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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is positioned at rank 276 and the FireStream 9370 is on rank 246, so the FireStream 9370 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 470M SLI

#266

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

641%

#268

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

581%

#269

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

580%

#273

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

527%

#274

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

524%

#276

GeForce GTX 470M SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60

100%

#277

Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G

MSRP: $99|Avg: $70

100%

#279

Radeon RX Vega 9

MSRP: $99|Avg: $50

99%

#282

Iris Xe Graphics G7

MSRP: $200|Avg: $100

98%

#283

Radeon R9 M395

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

97%

#285

GeForce GT 755M SLI

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

97%

#286

GeForce GTX 950A

MSRP: $159|Avg: $30

97%

#288

Radeon 540X

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

95%

#289

GeForce 930MX

MSRP: $80|Avg: $25

94%

#291

GeForce MX250

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

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 Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.5% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FireStream 9370 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	FireStream 9370
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.5%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The FireStream 9370 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FireStream 9370 holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $60), it costs 17% less, resulting in a 19.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	FireStream 9370
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+19.4%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60)	✅More affordable ($50)

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.

GeForce GTX 470M SLI Benchmark Check

FireStream 9370 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 470M SLI and FireStream 9370

GeForce GTX 470M SLI

The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 1 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 535 MHz. It has 576 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,540 points.

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.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 470M SLI scores 2,540 and the FireStream 9370 reaches 2,528 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is built on Fermi while the FireStream 9370 uses TeraScale 2, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 576 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 1,600 (FireStream 9370).

Feature	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	FireStream 9370
G3D Mark Score	2,540	2,528
Architecture	Fermi	TeraScale 2
Process Node	40 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	576	1600+178%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	FireStream 9370
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 470M SLI comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the FireStream 9370 has 4 GB. The FireStream 9370 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	FireStream 9370
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	4 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 11.2 (FireStream 9370). OpenGL: 4.0 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 1.

Feature	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	FireStream 9370
DirectX	11	11.2+2%
OpenGL	4.0	4.4+10%
Max Displays	3+200%	1

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs None (FireStream 9370). Decoder: VP4 vs UVD 2.2. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FireStream 9370).

Feature	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	FireStream 9370
Encoder	None	None
Decoder	VP4	UVD 2.2
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 470M SLI draws 75W versus the FireStream 9370's 225W — a 100% difference. The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 350W (FireStream 9370). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 267mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 90 vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	FireStream 9370
TDP	75W-67%	225W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	0mm	267mm
Height	0mm	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	90	80°C-11%
Perf/Watt	33.9+203%	11.2

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Value Analysis

The FireStream 9370 costs 16.7% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 42.3 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 50.6 (FireStream 9370) — the FireStream 9370 offers 19.6% better value.