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FirePro 2270

AMD

G3D Mark

142

MSRP

$149

AVG Price

$30

January 18 2014
274 Watt
GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)

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.

Overview

The FirePro 2270 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 18 2014. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 850 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 274W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 142 points.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The FirePro 2270 is positioned at rank #352 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 FirePro 2270

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100%
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#359
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#360
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#362
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#364
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#365
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#366
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#367
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83%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of FirePro 2270 specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The FirePro 2270 scores 142 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the GCN 1.0 (2012−2020) architecture (codename: Tahiti), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 2048 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 128 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 32 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 3.482 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.

SpecificationFirePro 2270
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score142
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationGCN 1.0 (2012−2020)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameTahiti
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute2048
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling128
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending32
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency850 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance3.482 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second108.8 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x4
Transistor Count4,313 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#423
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro 2270 is equipped with 1 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationFirePro 2270
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures1 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generationGDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth64-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate8 Gbps
L1 Cache512 kB
L2 Cache768 kB

Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 11, Vulkan None, OpenGL 4.4— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

SpecificationFirePro 2270
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version11
VulkanCross-platform graphics APINone
OpenGLLegacy graphics API4.4
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)OpenCL 1.2
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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x DMS-59 — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: UVD 2.3, decoder: UVD 2.3— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1.

SpecificationFirePro 2270
DMS-59 PortsNumber of DMS-59 display connectors1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors2
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine versionUVD 2.3
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine versionUVD 2.3
CodecsSupported video compression formatsMPEG-2,H.264,VC-1
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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro 2270 draws 274 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 170mm long, 69mm tall, occupying 1 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 40°C at idle, 60°C under load.

SpecificationFirePro 2270
TDPPower consumption under load274 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typePCIe-powered
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance170mm
Card Height69mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied1-slot
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle40°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load60°C
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $30 (MSRP: $149), the FirePro 2270 delivers 5 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #352 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #423 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationFirePro 2270
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$149
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$30
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position#352
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#423
Release DateJanuary 18 2014
Release Year2014

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