FirePro W7170M
AMD
G3D Mark
3,605
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 W7170M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 2 2015. It features the GCN 3.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 723 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,605 points.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The FirePro W7170M is positioned at rank #22 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Great cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
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Performance Per Dollar FirePro W7170M
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for FirePro W7170M across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.
Path of Exile 2
Counter-Strike 2
League of Legends
Valorant
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of FirePro W7170M specifications and capabilities.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro W7170M scores 3,605 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 3.0 (2014−2019) architecture (codename: Amethyst), 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: 2.961 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.
| Specification | FirePro W7170M |
|---|---|
| G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score | 3,605 |
| ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation | GCN 3.0 (2014−2019) |
| CodenameInternal GPU die codename | Amethyst |
| Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient | 28 nm |
| Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute | 2048 |
| TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling | 128 |
| ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending | 32 |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency | 723 MHz |
| Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance | 2.961 TFLOPS |
| Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second | 92.54 GTexel/s |
| PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation | PCIe 3.0 x4 |
| Transistor Count | 5,000 million |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #533 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The FirePro W7170M 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 W7170M |
|---|---|
| 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 | 512 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB |
Advanced Features & APIs
Graphics API support: DirectX 12, Vulkan 1.2, OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.
| Specification | FirePro W7170M |
|---|---|
| DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version | 12 |
| VulkanCross-platform graphics API | 1.2 |
| OpenGLLegacy graphics API | 4.6 |
| Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL) | OpenCL 2.0 |
| Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink support | Enduro |
Display & Media
Display outputs: 1x MXM — supports up to 3 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: VCE 3.1, decoder: UVD 6.0— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,HEVC.
| Specification | FirePro W7170M |
|---|---|
| MXM PortsNumber of MXM display connectors | 1x |
| Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors | 3 |
| Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version | VCE 3.1 |
| Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version | UVD 6.0 |
| CodecsSupported video compression formats | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro W7170M draws 100 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 0mm long, 0mm tall, occupying 1 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 50°C at idle, 85°C under load.
| Specification | FirePro W7170M |
|---|---|
| TDPPower consumption under load | 100 Watt |
| 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 | 1-slot |
| Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle | 50°C |
| Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load | 85°C |
Value Analysis
It holds Rank #22 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #533 among all indexed GPUs.
| Specification | FirePro W7170M |
|---|---|
| Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position | #22 |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #533 |
| Release Date | October 2 2015 |
| Release Year | 2015 |
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