Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual vs GeForce 7950 GT
Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual
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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.
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 8570D + HD 8470 Dual is positioned at rank 627 and the GeForce 7950 GT is on rank 329, so the GeForce 7950 GT 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 8570D + HD 8470 Dual
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 7950 GT
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 7950 GT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual.
| Insight | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual | GeForce 7950 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 7950 GT offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 7950 GT holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $50), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 2.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual | GeForce 7950 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+2.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 8570D + HD 8470 Dual and GeForce 7950 GT
Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual
The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 825 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 338 points.
GeForce 7950 GT
The GeForce 7950 GT is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 18 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1020 MHz to 1085 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 346 points. Launch price was $149.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual scores 338 and the GeForce 7950 GT reaches 346 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 640 (Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual) vs 640 (GeForce 7950 GT).
| Feature | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual | GeForce 7950 GT |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 338 | 346+2% |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 640 | 640 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual | GeForce 7950 GT |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual | GeForce 7950 GT |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual draws 50W versus the GeForce 7950 GT's 75W — a 40% difference. The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual) vs 250W (GeForce 7950 GT). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual | GeForce 7950 GT |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W-33% | 75W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 250W-29% |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | — | 198mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 6.8+48% | 4.6 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the GeForce 7950 GT launched at $299 and now averages $50. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 6.8 (Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual) vs 6.9 (GeForce 7950 GT) — the GeForce 7950 GT offers 1.5% better value. The GeForce 7950 GT is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2013).
| Feature | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual | GeForce 7950 GT |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150-50% | $299 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | 6.8 | 6.9+1% |
| Codename | — | GM107 |
| Release | August 1 2013 | February 18 2014 |
| Ranking | #863 | #501 |
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