GRID K1 vs FireStream 9170

GRID K1

2013Core: 745 MHz

FireStream 9170

2010Core: 825 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GRID K1

225

651

+0.6%

GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB

GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER

FireStream 9170

225

647

0.0%

Mobility Radeon HD 565v

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 GRID K1 is positioned at rank 410 and the FireStream 9170 is on rank 393, so the FireStream 9170 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 GRID K1

#394

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

92331%

#409

Quadro FX 1400

MSRP: $799|Avg: $30

100%

#410

GRID K1

MSRP: $4140|Avg: $120

100%

#412

GRID P4-1Q

MSRP: $5890|Avg: $185

75%

#413

GRID RTX6000-2Q

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1500

63%

#416

GRID M60-0B

MSRP: $19900|Avg: $19900

56%

#417

Quadro FX 4500 X2

MSRP: $2799|Avg: $2799

50%

#418

Quadro FX 5500

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $30

50%

#419

Quadro FX 1000

MSRP: $500|Avg: $30

44%

#420

Quadro FX 1300

MSRP: $599|Avg: $15

38%

#421

Quadro FX 3400/4400

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $50

38%

#422

Quadro FX 4000

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $50

31%

#423

RADEON IGP 320

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

25%

#424

Quadro FX 500/FX 600

MSRP: $449|Avg: $15

13%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar FireStream 9170

#377

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

46166%

#392

RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q

MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565

100%

#393

FireStream 9170

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $20

100%

#394

Quadro FX 1700

MSRP: $699|Avg: $500

97%

#395

GRID P40-6Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

94%

#396

Quadro FX 540

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

84%

#397

Quadro FX 1500

MSRP: $699|Avg: $30

75%

#398

Quadro 7000

MSRP: $14499|Avg: $300

75%

#399

Tesla M2070-Q

MSRP: $5489|Avg: $50

75%

#400

Quadro FX 4700 X2

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $15

72%

#401

Quadro FX 3700

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $500

72%

#402

GRID M10-0B

MSRP: $4000|Avg: $1000

69%

#404

GRID K340

MSRP: $3299|Avg: $57

63%

#405

Quadro FX 4600

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $50

63%

#406

Quadro FX 5600

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $50

56%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID K1 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FireStream 9170.

Insight	GRID K1	FireStream 9170
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.6%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The FireStream 9170 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FireStream 9170 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $120), it costs 83% less, resulting in a 496.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID K1	FireStream 9170
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+496.3%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120)	✅More affordable ($20)

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.

GRID K1 Benchmark Check

FireStream 9170 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID K1 and FireStream 9170

GRID K1

The GRID K1 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 11 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 651 points. Launch price was $5,199.

FireStream 9170

The FireStream 9170 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: 647 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID K1 scores 651 and the FireStream 9170 reaches 647 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID K1 is built on Kepler while the FireStream 9170 uses TeraScale 2, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID K1) vs 1,600 (FireStream 9170). Raw compute: 2.289 TFLOPS ×2 (GRID K1) vs 2.64 TFLOPS (FireStream 9170).

Feature	GRID K1	FireStream 9170
G3D Mark Score	651	647
Architecture	Kepler	TeraScale 2
Process Node	28 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	1536 ×2	1600+4%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.289 TFLOPS ×2	2.64 TFLOPS+15%
ROPs	32 ×2	32
TMUs	128 ×2+60%	80
L1 Cache	128 KB	160 KB+25%
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID K1	FireStream 9170
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GRID K1	FireStream 9170
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_0 (GRID K1) vs 10.1 (FireStream 9170). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 2.

Feature	GRID K1	FireStream 9170
DirectX	12_0+19%	10.1
Max Displays	0	2

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID K1 draws 225W versus the FireStream 9170's 225W — a 0% difference. The FireStream 9170 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID K1) vs 350W (FireStream 9170). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 241mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GRID K1	FireStream 9170
TDP	225W	225W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	267mm	241mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	—	85°C
Perf/Watt	2.9	2.9

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Value Analysis

The GRID K1 launched at $4140 MSRP and currently averages $120, while the FireStream 9170 launched at $1999 and now averages $20. The FireStream 9170 costs 83.3% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.4 (GRID K1) vs 32.4 (FireStream 9170) — the FireStream 9170 offers 500% better value. The GRID K1 is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2010).