GRID M40 vs FireStream 9370

CPU

GPU

GRID M40

2016Core: 1033 MHzBoost: 1000 MHz

FireStream 9370

2010Core: 825 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GRID M40

2,500

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1650 (móvel)

GeForce RTX 2070 with Max-Q Design

RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

FireStream 9370

225

2,528

+1.1%

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 GRID M40 is positioned at rank 265 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 GRID M40

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

94%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

93%

#250

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

5909%

#265

GRID M40

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

100%

#266

GRID M3-3020

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

100%

#267

GRID P40-8Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

100%

#268

FirePro V3800

MSRP: $129|Avg: $12

100%

#269

FirePro V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $15

99%

#270

FirePro 3D V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $40

98%

#271

FirePro S9050

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825

98%

#272

FirePro R5000

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150

96%

#273

GRID M6-8Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

95%

#276

GRID K120Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $20

94%

#277

Tesla M60

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $250

93%

#279

FirePro V7900

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

90%

#280

GRID P6-4Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

88%

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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GRID M40 is significantly newer (2016 vs 2010). The GRID M40 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FireStream 9370 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FireStream 9370 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.1% 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 GRID M40.

Insight	GRID M40	FireStream 9370
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑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 $100), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 102.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID M40	FireStream 9370
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+102.2%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100)	✅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.

GRID M40 Benchmark Check

FireStream 9370 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID M40 and FireStream 9370

GRID M40

The GRID M40 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1033 MHz to 1000 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,500 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 GRID M40 scores 2,500 and the FireStream 9370 reaches 2,528 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M40 is built on Maxwell while the FireStream 9370 uses TeraScale 2, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 384 (GRID M40) vs 1,600 (FireStream 9370). Raw compute: 0.7933 TFLOPS (GRID M40) vs 2.64 TFLOPS (FireStream 9370).

Feature	GRID M40	FireStream 9370
G3D Mark Score	2,500	2,528+1%
Architecture	Maxwell	TeraScale 2
Process Node	28 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	384	1600+317%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.7933 TFLOPS	2.64 TFLOPS+233%
ROPs	16	32+100%
TMUs	32	80+150%
L1 Cache	192 KB+20%	160 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	0.5 MB

✨

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID M40	FireStream 9370
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 GRID M40 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: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID M40) vs 0.5 MB (FireStream 9370) — the GRID M40 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID M40	FireStream 9370
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	4 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	0.5 MB

🔌

Power & Dimensions

The GRID M40 draws 50W versus the FireStream 9370's 225W — a 127.3% difference. The GRID M40 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M40) vs 350W (FireStream 9370). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GRID M40	FireStream 9370
TDP	50W-78%	225W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	—	267mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	—	2
Temp (Load)	—	80°C
Perf/Watt	50.0+346%	11.2

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Value Analysis

The GRID M40 launched at $1000 MSRP and currently averages $100, while the FireStream 9370 launched at $800 and now averages $50. The FireStream 9370 costs 50% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 25.0 (GRID M40) vs 50.6 (FireStream 9370) — the FireStream 9370 offers 102.4% better value. The GRID M40 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2010).