Radeon HD 4870 X2 vs Tesla M2070-Q
Radeon HD 4870 X2
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Radeon HD 4870 X2 is positioned at rank 302 and the Tesla M2070-Q is on rank 398, so the Radeon HD 4870 X2 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 4870 X2
Performance Per Dollar Tesla M2070-Q
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 4870 X2 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.2% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (1 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Tesla M2070-Q.
| Insight | Radeon HD 4870 X2 | Tesla M2070-Q |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / TeraScale (2005−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Tesla M2070-Q offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Tesla M2070-Q holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $550), it costs 91% less, resulting in a 997.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon HD 4870 X2 | Tesla M2070-Q |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+997.5%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($550) | ✅More affordable ($50) |
Performance Check
Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.
Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Radeon HD 4870 X2 and Tesla M2070-Q
Radeon HD 4870 X2
The Radeon HD 4870 X2 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 12 2008. It features the TeraScale architecture. The core clock speed is 700 MHz. It has 800 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 286W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,309 points. Launch price was $550.
Tesla M2070-Q
The Tesla M2070-Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 25 2011. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 574 MHz. It has 448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,306 points. Launch price was $5,489.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon HD 4870 X2 scores 1,309 and the Tesla M2070-Q reaches 1,306 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon HD 4870 X2 is built on TeraScale while the Tesla M2070-Q uses Fermi, both on 55 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 800 (Radeon HD 4870 X2) vs 448 (Tesla M2070-Q). Raw compute: 1.12 TFLOPS ×2 (Radeon HD 4870 X2) vs 1.028 TFLOPS (Tesla M2070-Q).
| Feature | Radeon HD 4870 X2 | Tesla M2070-Q |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,309 | 1,306 |
| Architecture | TeraScale | Fermi |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 800 ×2+79% | 448 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.12 TFLOPS ×2+9% | 1.028 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 16 ×2 | 48+200% |
| TMUs | 40 ×2 | 56+40% |
| L1 Cache | 160 KB | 896 KB+460% |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 768 KB+200% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon HD 4870 X2 | Tesla M2070-Q |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon HD 4870 X2 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Tesla M2070-Q has 512 MB. The Radeon HD 4870 X2 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 256 KB (Radeon HD 4870 X2) vs 768 KB (Tesla M2070-Q) — the Tesla M2070-Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Radeon HD 4870 X2 | Tesla M2070-Q |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB+100% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 768 KB+200% |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon HD 4870 X2 draws 286W versus the Tesla M2070-Q's 225W — a 23.9% difference. The Tesla M2070-Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (Radeon HD 4870 X2) vs 350W (Tesla M2070-Q). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Radeon HD 4870 X2 | Tesla M2070-Q |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 286W | 225W-21% |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 350W-46% |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 267mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 90°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 4.6 | 5.8+26% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon HD 4870 X2 launched at $550 MSRP and currently averages $550, while the Tesla M2070-Q launched at $5489 and now averages $50. The Tesla M2070-Q costs 90.9% less ($500 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 2.4 (Radeon HD 4870 X2) vs 26.1 (Tesla M2070-Q) — the Tesla M2070-Q offers 987.5% better value. The Tesla M2070-Q is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2008).
| Feature | Radeon HD 4870 X2 | Tesla M2070-Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $550-90% | $5489 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $550 | $50-91% |
| Performance per Dollar | 2.4 | 26.1+988% |
| Codename | R700 | GF100 |
| Release | August 12 2008 | July 25 2011 |
| Ranking | #796 | #798 |
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