Radeon Pro WX 4170
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Radeon Pro WX 4170

AMD

G3D Mark

2,870

MSRP

$400

AVG Price

$120

November 10 2016
50 Watt
GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)

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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 Radeon Pro WX 4170 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in November 10 2016. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1125 MHz to 1201 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,870 points. Launch price was $399.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Radeon Pro WX 4170 is positioned at rank #167 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 Radeon Pro WX 4170

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Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Radeon Pro WX 4170 specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The Radeon Pro WX 4170 scores 2,870 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 4.0 (2016−2020) architecture (codename: Baffin), manufactured on a 14 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 1024 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 64 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 16 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 2.46 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 1201 MHz from a base of 1125 MHz.

SpecificationRadeon Pro WX 4170
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score2,870
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationGCN 4.0 (2016−2020)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameBaffin
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient14 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute1024
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling64
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending16
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load1201 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency1125 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance2.46 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second76.86 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x4
Transistor Count3,000 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#526
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon Pro WX 4170 is equipped with 4 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationRadeon Pro WX 4170
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 Cache256 kB
L2 Cache1024 kB

Advanced Features & APIs

The Radeon Pro WX 4170 supports modern upscaling and frame generation technologies: FidelityFX Super Resolution — these can dramatically boost effective FPS by generating intermediate frames or upscaling from lower internal resolution. Graphics API support: DirectX 12 (12_0), Vulkan 1.3, OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

SpecificationRadeon Pro WX 4170
FSR Frame Generation❌ Not Supported
AMD Fluid Motion Frames❌ Not Supported
FidelityFX Super Resolution✅ Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version12 (12_0)
VulkanCross-platform graphics API1.3
OpenGLLegacy graphics API4.6
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)OpenCL
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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x Laptop Dependent — supports up to 4 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: VCE 3.4 (Polaris), decoder: UVD 6.3— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Decode Only),AV1 (Decode Only).

SpecificationRadeon Pro WX 4170
Laptop Dependent PortsNumber of Laptop Dependent display connectors1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors4
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine versionVCE 3.4 (Polaris)
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine versionUVD 6.3
CodecsSupported video compression formatsH.264,HEVC,VP9 (Decode Only),AV1 (Decode Only)
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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon Pro WX 4170 draws 50 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: , occupying 0 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 45°C at idle, 80°C under load.

SpecificationRadeon Pro WX 4170
TDPPower consumption under load50 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typePCIe-powered
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied0-slot
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle45°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load80°C
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $120 (MSRP: $400), the Radeon Pro WX 4170 delivers 24 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #167 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #526 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationRadeon Pro WX 4170
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$400
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$120
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position#167
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#526
Release DateNovember 10 2016
Release Year2016

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