GPU·Budget

FireStream 9370

AMD

G3D Mark

2,528

MSRP

$800

AVG Price

$50

June 23 2010
225 Watt
TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)

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 9370 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: 2,528 points.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The FireStream 9370 is positioned at rank #246 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 FireStream 9370

#103
Radeon Pro W6800X Duo
MSRP: $4999|Avg: $4999
93%
#104
Radeon Pro W6900X
MSRP: $6000|Avg: $5000
92%
#105
Quadro RTX 6000
MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1800
90%
#106
L40S
MSRP: $7500|Avg: $7500
84%
#231
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
4675%
#246
FireStream 9370
MSRP: $800|Avg: $50
100%
#247
GRID K260Q
MSRP: $937|Avg: $15
100%
#249
Quadro 600
MSRP: $179|Avg: $20
92%
#251
Quadro 410
MSRP: $149|Avg: $25
91%
#253
FirePro W600
MSRP: $599|Avg: $30
90%
#254
FirePro W8100
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $200
86%
#255
L2
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $1500
86%
#256
Quadro K5200
MSRP: $2250|Avg: $70
86%
#257
Quadro K2000D
MSRP: $599|Avg: $35
84%
#258
FirePro V7800
MSRP: $759|Avg: $96
84%
#260
FirePro W8000
MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599
84%
#261
GRID P4-8Q
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $200
84%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of FireStream 9370 specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The FireStream 9370 scores 2,528 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.

SpecificationFireStream 9370
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score2,528
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationTeraScale 2 (2009−2015)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameCypress
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient40 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute1600
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling80
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending32
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency825 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance2.64 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second66.00 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x4
Transistor Count2,154 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#631
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FireStream 9370 is equipped with 4 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationFireStream 9370
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures4 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generationGDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth64-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate8 Gbps
L1 Cache160 kB
L2 Cache512 kB

Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 11.2, OpenGL 4.4— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

SpecificationFireStream 9370
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version11.2
OpenGLLegacy graphics API4.4
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)OpenCL 1.2
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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x DisplayPort 1.1 — supports up to 1 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: None, decoder: UVD 2.2— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2.

SpecificationFireStream 9370
DisplayPort 1.1 PortsNumber of DisplayPort 1.1 display connectors1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors1
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine versionNone
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine versionUVD 2.2
CodecsSupported video compression formatsH.264,VC-1,MPEG-2
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Power & Dimensions

The FireStream 9370 draws 225 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 267mm long, 111mm tall, occupying 2 expansion slots, weighing 900g— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 55°C at idle, 80°C under load.

SpecificationFireStream 9370
TDPPower consumption under load225 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typePCIe-powered
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance267mm
Card Height111mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied2-slot
Weight900g
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle55°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load80°C
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $50 (MSRP: $800), the FireStream 9370 delivers 51 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #246 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.

SpecificationFireStream 9370
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$800
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$50
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position#246
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#631
Release DateJune 23 2010
Release Year2010

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