GeForce GTX 1650 vs FireStream 9170

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.

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

Performance Per Dollar

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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1650 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2010). The GeForce GTX 1650 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FireStream 9170 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1116.2% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FireStream 9170.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	FireStream 9170
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1116.2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1116.2%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+700%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $20), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 224.3% better value per dollar than the FireStream 9170.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	FireStream 9170
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+224.3%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)	✅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.

GeForce GTX 1650 Benchmark Check

FireStream 9170 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and FireStream 9170

GeForce GTX 1650

The GeForce GTX 1650 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 23 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1485 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,869 points. Launch price was $149.

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

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the FireStream 9170's 647 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 1116.2%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the FireStream 9170 uses TeraScale 2, both on 12 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1,600 (FireStream 9170). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 2.64 TFLOPS (FireStream 9170).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FireStream 9170
G3D Mark Score	7,869+1116%	647
Architecture	Turing	TeraScale 2
Process Node	12 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	896	1600+79%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+13%	2.64 TFLOPS
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	56	80+43%
L1 Cache	896 KB+460%	160 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FireStream 9170
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 1650 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the FireStream 9170 has 512 MB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.5 MB (FireStream 9170) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FireStream 9170
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+700%	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	0.5 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 10.1 (FireStream 9170). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FireStream 9170
DirectX	12+19%	10.1
OpenGL	4.6+39%	3.3
Max Displays	3+50%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs None (FireStream 9170). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs UVD+. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FireStream 9170).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FireStream 9170
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	None
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	UVD+
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the FireStream 9170's 225W — a 100% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (FireStream 9170). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 241mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 85°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FireStream 9170
TDP	75W-67%	225W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	229mm	241mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	70°C-18%	85°C
Perf/Watt	104.9+3517%	2.9

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the FireStream 9170 launched at $1999 and now averages $20. The FireStream 9170 costs 73.3% less ($55 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 32.4 (FireStream 9170) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 223.8% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2010).