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 Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 6 2011. It features the Terascale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 680 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,637 points.

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.

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 HD 6970M Crossfire

#397

Mobility Radeon HD 4850

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

115%

#398

GeForce GTX 760M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

115%

#399

GeForce RTX 2080 (móvel)

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $350

114%

#400

Radeon RX 6650M XT

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

114%

#401

GeForce GTX 470M SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60

113%

#402

Radeon 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

108%

#403

Radeon RX 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

108%

#404

Radeon R7 M465X

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

106%

#405

Radeon 540X

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

106%

#406

Radeon RX 640

MSRP: $159|Avg: $55

105%

#407

Radeon Vega 8

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

104%

#408

GeForce 830A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

104%

#409

Radeon R9 M265X

MSRP: $200|Avg: $30

104%

#410

Mobility Radeon HD 5000

MSRP: $99|Avg: $20

103%

#411

GeForce 730A

MSRP: $60|Avg: $20

102%

#412

Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

#413

GeForce MX150

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

100%

#414

Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

100%

#415

GeForce GT 730A

MSRP: $75|Avg: $20

99%

#416

HD Graphics 630

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

99%

#417

Intel UHD Graphics P630

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

98%

#418

Mobility Radeon HD 3870

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

97%

#419

Radeon 6750M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25

97%

#420

GeForce MX130

MSRP: $120|Avg: $50

96%

#421

Mobility Radeon HD 4870

MSRP: $299|Avg: $20

96%

#422

Radeon R7 A8-8650

MSRP: $49|Avg: $20

96%

#423

Radeon HD 7620G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

95%

#424

Radeon R7 M370

MSRP: $130|Avg: $40

94%

#425

Radeon RX Vega11 Ryzen 7 3750H

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

94%

#426

GeForce MX110

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

94%

#427

GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)

MSRP: $800|Avg: $350

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire scores 5,637 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Budget tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the Terascale 2 (2009−2015) architecture (codename: Blackcomb XT), manufactured on a 40 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 1920 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels).

Specification	Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	5,637
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	Terascale 2 (2009−2015)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	Blackcomb XT
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	40 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	1920
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	680 MHz
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 2.0 x16
Transistor Count	2x1700 Million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#537

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire is equipped with 4 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 256-bit x2 memory bus, delivering 115.2 GB/s x2 of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

Specification	Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures	4 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generation	GDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth	256-bit x2
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate	8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM	115.2 GB/s x2

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Advanced Features & APIs

The Radeon HD 6970M 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— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire
FSR Frame Generation	❌ Not Supported
AMD Fluid Motion Frames	❌ Not Supported
FidelityFX Super Resolution	✅ Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	11_0
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)	OpenCL 1.2
Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink support	CrossFire

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Display & Media

Display outputs: — supports up to 0 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: UVD 3, decoder: UVD 3— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback.

Specification	Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	0
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	UVD 3
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	UVD 3

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire draws 50W under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: 1x 6-pin. Physical size: 1mm long, occupying 0 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing.

Specification	Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire
TDPPower consumption under load	50W
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	1x 6-pin
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance	1mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied	0-slot

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $150, the Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire delivers 38 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #537 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$150
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$150
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#537
Release Date	January 6 2011
Release Year	2011

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

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Technical Specifications

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Vram	4 GB
DLSS/FSR	FSR upscaling
Core Clock	680 MHz
Memory Type	GDDR5
Memory Speed	8 Gbps
Shading Units	1920
Upscaling Tech	AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR)
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0 x16
Memory Bandwidth	115.2 GB/s x2
Memory Bus Width	256-bit x2
Transistor Count	2x1700 Million
Frame Generation	FSR Frame Generation: No \| AMD Fluid Motion Frames: No \| FidelityFX Super Resolution: Yes
Manufacturing Process	40 nm