Mobility Radeon HD 5870 Crossfire
AMD
G3D Mark
3,311
MSRP
$800
AVG Price
$150
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.
Overview
The Mobility Radeon HD 5870 Crossfire is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 7 2010. It features the Terascale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 700 MHz. It has 1600 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 120W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,311 points.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Mobility Radeon HD 5870 Crossfire is positioned at rank #516 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Mobility Radeon HD 5870 Crossfire
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Mobility Radeon HD 5870 Crossfire across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.
Path of Exile 2
Counter-Strike 2
League of Legends
Valorant
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Mobility Radeon HD 5870 Crossfire specifications and capabilities.
Graphics Performance
The Mobility Radeon HD 5870 Crossfire scores 3,311 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 Terascale 2 (2009−2015) architecture (codename: Broadway-XT), manufactured on a 40 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 1600 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels).
| Specification | Mobility Radeon HD 5870 Crossfire |
|---|---|
| G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score | 3,311 |
| ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation | Terascale 2 (2009−2015) |
| CodenameInternal GPU die codename | Broadway-XT |
| Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient | 40 nm |
| Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute | 1600 |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency | 700 MHz |
| PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation | PCIe 2.1 x16 |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #688 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Mobility Radeon HD 5870 Crossfire is equipped with 2 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 128-bit memory bus, delivering Unknown of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.
| Specification | Mobility Radeon HD 5870 Crossfire |
|---|---|
| VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures | 2 GB |
| VRAM TypeMemory technology generation | GDDR5 |
| Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth | 128-bit |
| Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate | 8 Gbps |
| BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM | Unknown |
Advanced Features & APIs
The Mobility Radeon HD 5870 Crossfire 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 11.0, Vulkan No, OpenGL 4.4— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.
| Specification | Mobility Radeon HD 5870 Crossfire |
|---|---|
| FSR Frame Generation | ❌ Not Supported |
| AMD Fluid Motion Frames | ❌ Not Supported |
| FidelityFX Super Resolution | ✅ Supported |
| DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version | 11.0 |
| VulkanCross-platform graphics API | No |
| OpenGLLegacy graphics API | 4.4 |
| Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink support | CrossFire |
Display & Media
Display outputs: — supports up to 6 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: UVD 2.3, decoder: UVD 2.3— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2.
| Specification | Mobility Radeon HD 5870 Crossfire |
|---|---|
| Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors | 6 |
| Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version | UVD 2.3 |
| Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version | UVD 2.3 |
| CodecsSupported video compression formats | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The Mobility Radeon HD 5870 Crossfire draws 120 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Typical temperatures: 50°C at idle, 95°C under load.
| Specification | Mobility Radeon HD 5870 Crossfire |
|---|---|
| TDPPower consumption under load | 120 Watt |
| Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage | 350W |
| Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type | PCIe-powered |
| Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle | 50°C |
| Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load | 95°C |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $150 (MSRP: $800), the Mobility Radeon HD 5870 Crossfire delivers 22 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #516 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #688 among all indexed GPUs.
| Specification | Mobility Radeon HD 5870 Crossfire |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $800 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $150 |
| Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position | #516 |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #688 |
| Release Date | January 7 2010 |
| Release Year | 2010 |
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