GeForce RTX 4070 Ti vs FireStream 9170
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4070 Ti
Performance Per Dollar FireStream 9170
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is significantly newer (2023 vs 2010). The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti 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 RTX 4070 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4780.7% higher G3D Mark score and 2300% more VRAM (12 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 RTX 4070 Ti | FireStream 9170 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+4780.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-4780.7%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 4nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (285mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $590 (vs $20), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 65.4% better value per dollar than the FireStream 9170.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | FireStream 9170 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+65.4%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($590) | ✅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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4070 Ti and FireStream 9170
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 3 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2310 MHz to 2610 MHz. It has 7680 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 285W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. It features 60 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 31,578 points. Launch price was $799.
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.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti scores 31,578 versus the FireStream 9170's 647 — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti leads by 4780.7%. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is built on Ada Lovelace while the FireStream 9170 uses TeraScale 2, both on 4 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 7,680 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs 1,600 (FireStream 9170). Raw compute: 40.09 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs 2.64 TFLOPS (FireStream 9170).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | FireStream 9170 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 31,578+4781% | 647 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | TeraScale 2 |
| Process Node | 4 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 7680+380% | 1600 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 40.09 TFLOPS+1419% | 2.64 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 80+150% | 32 |
| TMUs | 240+200% | 80 |
| L1 Cache | 7.5 MB+4588% | 0.16 MB |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB+9500% | 0.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The FireStream 9170 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The FireStream 9170 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | FireStream 9170 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the FireStream 9170 has 512 MB. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti offers 2300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 192-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 48 MB (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs 0.5 MB (FireStream 9170) — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | FireStream 9170 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+2300% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 192-bit+200% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB+9500% | 0.5 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs 10.1 (FireStream 9170). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | FireStream 9170 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate+19% | 10.1 |
| OpenGL | 4.6+39% | 3.3 |
| Max Displays | 4+100% | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (8th Gen) (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs None (FireStream 9170). Decoder: NVDEC (5th Gen) vs UVD+. Supported codecs: AV1,H.264,H.265,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FireStream 9170).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | FireStream 9170 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (8th Gen) | None |
| Decoder | NVDEC (5th Gen) | UVD+ |
| Codecs | AV1,H.264,H.265,VP9 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti draws 285W versus the FireStream 9170's 225W — a 23.5% difference. The FireStream 9170 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 700W (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs 350W (FireStream 9170). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 285mm vs 241mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | FireStream 9170 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 285W | 225W-21% |
| Recommended PSU | 700W | 350W-50% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 285mm | 241mm |
| Height | 112mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 70°C-18% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 110.8+3721% | 2.9 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti launched at $799 MSRP and currently averages $590, while the FireStream 9170 launched at $1999 and now averages $20. The FireStream 9170 costs 96.6% less ($570 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 53.5 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs 32.4 (FireStream 9170) — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti offers 65.1% better value. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2010).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | FireStream 9170 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $799-60% | $1999 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $590 | $20-97% |
| Performance per Dollar | 53.5+65% | 32.4 |
| Codename | AD104 | Cypress |
| Release | January 3 2023 | June 23 2010 |
| Ranking | #11 | #631 |
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