CPU
GPU
Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual
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FirePro W4170M
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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 Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual is positioned at rank 419 and the FirePro W4170M is on rank 56, so the FirePro W4170M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual
Performance Per Dollar FirePro W4170M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro W4170M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.8% 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 Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual.
| Insight | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual | FirePro W4170M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+700%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the FirePro W4170M remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual and FirePro W4170M
Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual
The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 825 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,033 points.
FirePro W4170M
The FirePro W4170M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 23 2015. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 825 MHz to 900 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,052 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual scores 1,033 and the FirePro W4170M reaches 1,052 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 640 (Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual) vs 384 (FirePro W4170M).
| Feature | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual | FirePro W4170M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,033 | 1,052+2% |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 640+67% | 384 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual | FirePro W4170M |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the FirePro W4170M has 4 GB. The FirePro W4170M offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual | FirePro W4170M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 4 GB+700% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11_2 (Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual) vs 12 (11_1) (FirePro W4170M). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 2.
| Feature | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual | FirePro W4170M |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11_2 | 12 (11_1)+9% |
| Max Displays | 0 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: UVD 3 (Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual) vs VCE 1.0 (FirePro W4170M). Decoder: UVD 3 vs UVD 4.0.
| Feature | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual | FirePro W4170M |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | UVD 3 | VCE 1.0 |
| Decoder | UVD 3 | UVD 4.0 |
| Codecs | — | H.264,MPEG-4,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual draws 50W versus the FirePro W4170M's 150W — a 100% difference. The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual) vs 350W (FirePro W4170M). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 1mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual | FirePro W4170M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W-67% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 1mm | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75 |
| Perf/Watt | 20.7+196% | 7.0 |
Value Analysis
The FirePro W4170M is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).
| Feature | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual | FirePro W4170M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | — |
| Codename | — | Opal |
| Release | August 1 2013 | April 23 2015 |
| Ranking | #863 | #868 |
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