Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C vs FirePro M4170

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 RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C is positioned at rank 406 and the FirePro M4170 is on rank 196, so the FirePro M4170 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 Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C

#396

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1397%

#398

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1267%

#399

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1263%

#403

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1149%

#404

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1141%

#406

Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

100%

#407

Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

97%

#408

Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire

MSRP: $800|Avg: $200

97%

#409

GeForce GTX 285M SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

94%

#410

Radeon R7 M260X

MSRP: $139|Avg: $35

94%

#411

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual

MSRP: $120|Avg: $25

93%

#412

Radeon R7 A365

MSRP: $109|Avg: $55

92%

#413

Intel UHD Graphics 615

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

92%

#414

Radeon 3015e

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

92%

#415

Radeon HD 7620G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

92%

#416

Radeon R9 M390X

MSRP: $550|Avg: $120

91%

#417

Arc 8-Core iGPU

MSRP: $503|Avg: $400

90%

#418

Mobility Radeon HD 4670

MSRP: $67|Avg: $20

89%

#419

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

89%

#420

Radeon R9 M385

MSRP: $300|Avg: $60

88%

#421

Radeon R5 235

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar FirePro M4170

#86

Radeon Pro WX 9100

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $550

95%

#87

A10G

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2000

93%

#88

Tesla T4

MSRP: $1880|Avg: $1000

92%

#89

Tesla M40 24GB

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $120

91%

#90

Quadro P5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $400

87%

#181

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

2530%

#196

FirePro M4170

MSRP: $200|Avg: $80

100%

#197

GRID K140Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $500

100%

#200

Radeon Pro Duo

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $799

95%

#201

P102-100

MSRP: $600|Avg: $80

94%

#203

Quadro FX 2700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

93%

#206

FirePro V3900

MSRP: $119|Avg: $30

91%

#207

Radeon R7 PRO A10-9700B

MSRP: $119|Avg: $89

91%

#208

Tesla K8

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

88%

#210

GRID K240Q

MSRP: $500|Avg: $40

87%

#211

FirePro M4150

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

87%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro M4170 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FirePro M4170 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.2% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (4 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C.

Insight	Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C	FirePro M4170
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.2%)
Longevity	🏆Elite Architecture (Vega (2017−2020) / 7nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
Ecosystem	✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $50 versus $80 for the FirePro M4170, it costs 38% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 59.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C	FirePro M4170
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+59.7%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($50)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($80)

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.

Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C Benchmark Check

FirePro M4170 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C and FirePro M4170

Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C

The Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 7 2020. It features the Vega architecture. The boost clock speed is 2100 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,166 points.

FirePro M4170

The FirePro M4170 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: 1,168 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C scores 1,166 and the FirePro M4170 reaches 1,168 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C is built on Vega while the FirePro M4170 uses GCN 1.0, both on 7 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C) vs 384 (FirePro M4170). Boost clocks: 2100 MHz vs 900 MHz.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C	FirePro M4170
G3D Mark Score	1,166	1,168
Architecture	Vega	GCN 1.0
Process Node	7 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	512+33%	384
Boost Clock	2100 MHz+133%	900 MHz

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C	FirePro M4170
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the FirePro M4170 has 4 GB. The FirePro M4170 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C	FirePro M4170
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	4 GB
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR5
Bus Width	System	64-bit

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C draws 15W versus the FirePro M4170's 150W — a 163.6% difference. The Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C) vs 350W (FirePro M4170). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C	FirePro M4170
TDP	15W-90%	150W
Recommended PSU	1W-100%	350W
Power Connector	Integrated	PCIe-powered
Length	—	0mm
Height	—	0mm
Slots	—	1
Temp (Load)	—	70°C
Perf/Watt	77.7+896%	7.8

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the FirePro M4170 launched at $200 and now averages $80. The Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C costs 37.5% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 23.3 (Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C) vs 14.6 (FirePro M4170) — the Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C offers 59.6% better value. The Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).