FireStream 9170
AMD
G3D Mark
647
MSRP
$1999
AVG Price
$20
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 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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The FireStream 9170 is positioned at rank #393 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FireStream 9170
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for FireStream 9170 across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.
Path of Exile 2
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Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of FireStream 9170 specifications and capabilities.
Graphics Performance
The FireStream 9170 scores 647 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 TeraScale 2 (2009−2015) architecture (codename: Cypress), manufactured on a 40 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 1600 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 80 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 32 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 2.64 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.
| Specification | FireStream 9170 |
|---|---|
| G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score | 647 |
| ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation | TeraScale 2 (2009−2015) |
| CodenameInternal GPU die codename | Cypress |
| Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient | 40 nm |
| Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute | 1600 |
| TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling | 80 |
| ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending | 32 |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency | 825 MHz |
| Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance | 2.64 TFLOPS |
| Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second | 66.00 GTexel/s |
| PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation | PCIe 3.0 x4 |
| Transistor Count | 2,154 million |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #631 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The FireStream 9170 is equipped with 0.5 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.
| Specification | FireStream 9170 |
|---|---|
| VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures | 0.5 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 | 160 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB |
Advanced Features & APIs
Graphics API support: DirectX 10.1, OpenGL 3.3— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.
| Specification | FireStream 9170 |
|---|---|
| DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version | 10.1 |
| OpenGLLegacy graphics API | 3.3 |
| Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL) | Stream |
| Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink support | CrossFire |
Display & Media
Display outputs: 2x DVI, 1x S-Video — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: None, decoder: UVD+— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2.
| Specification | FireStream 9170 |
|---|---|
| DVI PortsNumber of DVI display connectors | 2x |
| S-Video PortsNumber of S-Video display connectors | 1x |
| Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors | 2 |
| Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version | None |
| Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version | UVD+ |
| CodecsSupported video compression formats | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The FireStream 9170 draws 225 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 241mm long, 111mm tall, occupying 2 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 55°C at idle, 85°C under load.
| Specification | FireStream 9170 |
|---|---|
| TDPPower consumption under load | 225 Watt |
| Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage | 350W |
| Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type | PCIe-powered |
| Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance | 241mm |
| Card Height | 111mm |
| Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied | 2-slot |
| Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle | 55°C |
| Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load | 85°C |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $20 (MSRP: $1999), the FireStream 9170 delivers 32 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #393 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #631 among all indexed GPUs.
| Specification | FireStream 9170 |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $1999 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $20 |
| Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position | #393 |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #631 |
| Release Date | June 23 2010 |
| Release Year | 2010 |
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