Radeon Pro WX 3100 vs FireStream 9370
Radeon Pro WX 3100
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FireStream 9370
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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 Pro WX 3100 is positioned at rank 113 and the FireStream 9370 is on rank 246, so the Radeon Pro WX 3100 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon Pro WX 3100
Performance Per Dollar FireStream 9370
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon Pro WX 3100 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2010). The Radeon Pro WX 3100 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 Radeon Pro WX 3100 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FireStream 9370.
| Insight | Radeon Pro WX 3100 | FireStream 9370 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 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 $65), it costs 23% less, resulting in a 27.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon Pro WX 3100 | FireStream 9370 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+27.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($65) | ✅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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Radeon Pro WX 3100 and FireStream 9370
Radeon Pro WX 3100
The Radeon Pro WX 3100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 12 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 925 MHz to 1219 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 65W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,584 points. Launch price was $199.
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.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon Pro WX 3100 scores 2,584 and the FireStream 9370 reaches 2,528 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon Pro WX 3100 is built on GCN 4.0 while the FireStream 9370 uses TeraScale 2, both on 14 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon Pro WX 3100) vs 1,600 (FireStream 9370). Raw compute: 1.248 TFLOPS (Radeon Pro WX 3100) vs 2.64 TFLOPS (FireStream 9370).
| Feature | Radeon Pro WX 3100 | FireStream 9370 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,584+2% | 2,528 |
| Architecture | GCN 4.0 | TeraScale 2 |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 512 | 1600+213% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.248 TFLOPS | 2.64 TFLOPS+112% |
| ROPs | 16 | 32+100% |
| TMUs | 32 | 80+150% |
| L1 Cache | 128 KB | 160 KB+25% |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon Pro WX 3100 | FireStream 9370 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon Pro WX 3100 | FireStream 9370 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_0) (Radeon Pro WX 3100) vs 11.2 (FireStream 9370). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 1.
| Feature | Radeon Pro WX 3100 | FireStream 9370 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_0)+7% | 11.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6+5% | 4.4 |
| Max Displays | 3+200% | 1 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: VCE 3.4 (Polaris) (Radeon Pro WX 3100) vs None (FireStream 9370). Decoder: UVD 6.3 vs UVD 2.2. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC (Radeon Pro WX 3100) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FireStream 9370).
| Feature | Radeon Pro WX 3100 | FireStream 9370 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | VCE 3.4 (Polaris) | None |
| Decoder | UVD 6.3 | UVD 2.2 |
| Codecs | H.264,HEVC | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon Pro WX 3100 draws 65W versus the FireStream 9370's 225W — a 110.3% difference. The Radeon Pro WX 3100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon Pro WX 3100) vs 350W (FireStream 9370). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 168mm vs 267mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | Radeon Pro WX 3100 | FireStream 9370 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 65W-71% | 225W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 168mm | 267mm |
| Height | 69mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 39.8+255% | 11.2 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon Pro WX 3100 launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $65, while the FireStream 9370 launched at $800 and now averages $50. The FireStream 9370 costs 23.1% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 39.8 (Radeon Pro WX 3100) vs 50.6 (FireStream 9370) — the FireStream 9370 offers 27.1% better value. The Radeon Pro WX 3100 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2010).
| Feature | Radeon Pro WX 3100 | FireStream 9370 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $199-75% | $800 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $65 | $50-23% |
| Performance per Dollar | 39.8 | 50.6+27% |
| Codename | Lexa | Cypress |
| Release | June 12 2017 | June 23 2010 |
| Ranking | #624 | #631 |
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