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 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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The FirePro W4170M is positioned at rank #56 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced 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 W4170M

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for FirePro W4170M across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of FirePro W4170M specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The FirePro W4170M scores 1,052 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: Opal), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 384 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 24 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 8 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 0.6912 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 900 MHz from a base of 825 MHz.

Specification	FirePro W4170M
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	1,052
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	Opal
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	384
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling	24
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending	8
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load	900 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	825 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance	0.6912 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second	21.60 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 3.0 x4
Transistor Count	950 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#868

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro W4170M is equipped with 4 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

Specification	FirePro W4170M
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures	4 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generation	GDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth	64-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate	8 Gbps
L1 Cache	96 kB
L2 Cache	256 kB

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Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 12 (11_1), Vulkan 1.2, OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	FirePro W4170M
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	12 (11_1)
VulkanCross-platform graphics API	1.2
OpenGLLegacy graphics API	4.6
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)	OpenCL 1.2
Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink support	None

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Display & Media

Display outputs: Output via Laptopx 0 — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0, decoder: UVD 4.0— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-4,VC-1,MPEG-2.

Specification	FirePro W4170M
0 PortsNumber of 0 display connectors	Output via Laptopx
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	2
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	VCE 1.0
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	UVD 4.0
CodecsSupported video compression formats	H.264,MPEG-4,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro W4170M draws 150W under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 0mm long, 0mm tall, occupying 0 expansion slots, weighing 0g— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 40 at idle, 75 under load.

Specification	FirePro W4170M
TDPPower consumption under load	150W
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	PCIe-powered
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance	0mm
Card Height	0mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied	0-slot
Weight	0g
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle	40
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load	75

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Value Analysis

It holds Rank #56 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #868 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	FirePro W4170M
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position	#56
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#868
Release Date	April 23 2015
Release Year	2015