
GeForce 9800 S vs FireStream 9170

GeForce 9800 S
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FireStream 9170
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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.
Performance Comparison
About G3D MarkG3D Mark Score
636
G3D Mark Score
647
Performance Difference
FireStream 9170 is 1.7% faster than GeForce 9800 S
VRAM & Game Performance
VRAM (Video RAM) is dedicated memory on your graphics card that stores textures, frame buffers, and game assets. Higher VRAM allows for sharper textures at high resolutions (1440p/4K) and prevents stuttering in modern AAA games. 8GB is minimum for 1080p, 12GB+ recommended for 1440p, and 16GB+ for 4K gaming.
Benchmarks & Performance Comparison
In this GPU comparison, FireStream 9170 performs 1.7% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between GeForce 9800 S and FireStream 9170.
Both graphics cards are popular choices for gaming. When comparing GPUs, consider VRAM capacity, ray tracing performance, power requirements, and price-to-performance ratio for your target gaming resolution (1080p, 1440p, or 4K).
Technical Specifications
Detailed hardware specifications for GeForce 9800 S and FireStream 9170

GeForce 9800 S
The GeForce 9800 S is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 15 2008. It features the G9x architecture. Core clock: 500 MHz. It has 224 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 636 points.
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FireStream 9170
The FireStream 9170 is manufactured by an unknown manufacturer. It was released in June 23 2010. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. Core clock: 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.
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