Radeon RX 560X (móvel) vs Radeon HD 7870

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. The Radeon RX 560X (móvel) is positioned at rank #18 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Excellent 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 RX 560X (móvel)

#8

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

124%

#10

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

113%

#11

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

112%

#15

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

102%

#16

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

102%

#18

Radeon RX 560X (móvel)

MSRP: $55|Avg: $55

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon RX 560X (móvel) is significantly newer (2018 vs 2012). The Radeon RX 560X (móvel) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon HD 7870 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon RX 560X (móvel) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 7870.

Insight	Radeon RX 560X (móvel)	Radeon HD 7870
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+5.1%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
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 Radeon HD 7870 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $45 versus $55 for the Radeon RX 560X (móvel), it costs 18% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 16.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX 560X (móvel)	Radeon HD 7870
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+16.3%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($55)	✅More affordable ($45)

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.

Radeon RX 560X (móvel) Benchmark Check

Radeon HD 7870 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX 560X (móvel) and Radeon HD 7870

Radeon RX 560X (móvel)

The Radeon RX 560X (móvel) is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 11 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1275 MHz to 1202 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 65W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,800 points.

Radeon HD 7870

The Radeon HD 7870 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 5 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 1000 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,568 points. Launch price was $349.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon RX 560X (móvel) scores 4,800 versus the Radeon HD 7870's 4,568 — the Radeon RX 560X (móvel) leads by 5.1%. The Radeon RX 560X (móvel) is built on GCN 4.0 while the Radeon HD 7870 uses GCN 1.0, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (Radeon RX 560X (móvel)) vs 1,280 (Radeon HD 7870). Raw compute: 2.611 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 560X (móvel)) vs 2.56 TFLOPS (Radeon HD 7870).

Feature	Radeon RX 560X (móvel)	Radeon HD 7870
G3D Mark Score	4,800+5%	4,568
Architecture	GCN 4.0	GCN 1.0
Process Node	14 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1024	1280+25%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.611 TFLOPS+2%	2.56 TFLOPS
ROPs	16	32+100%
TMUs	64	80+25%
L1 Cache	256 KB	320 KB+25%
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon RX 560X (móvel)	Radeon HD 7870
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Memory bandwidth: 112 GB/s (Radeon RX 560X (móvel)) vs 153.6 GB/s (Radeon HD 7870) — a 37.1% advantage for the Radeon HD 7870. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (Radeon RX 560X (móvel)) vs 0.5 MB (Radeon HD 7870) — the Radeon RX 560X (móvel) has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon RX 560X (móvel)	Radeon HD 7870
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	112 GB/s	153.6 GB/s+37%
Bus Width	128-bit	256-bit+100%
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	0.5 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 560X (móvel) draws 65W versus the Radeon HD 7870's 200W — a 101.9% difference. The Radeon RX 560X (móvel) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon RX 560X (móvel)) vs 500W (Radeon HD 7870). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 6-pin.

Feature	Radeon RX 560X (móvel)	Radeon HD 7870
TDP	65W-68%	200W
Recommended PSU	350W-30%	500W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	2x 6-pin
Length	—	241mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	—	2
Temp (Load)	—	80°C
Perf/Watt	73.8+224%	22.8

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 560X (móvel) launched at $55 MSRP and currently averages $55, while the Radeon HD 7870 launched at $349 and now averages $45. The Radeon HD 7870 costs 18.2% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 87.3 (Radeon RX 560X (móvel)) vs 101.5 (Radeon HD 7870) — the Radeon HD 7870 offers 16.3% better value. The Radeon RX 560X (móvel) is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2012).