Intel
Intel Arc B770 vs Radeon HD 6970
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
AMD
HD 6970
Aggregate performance score
We've compared Arc B770 and HD 6970 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗Arc B770 outperforms HD 6970 by ~76% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+76%
Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better. How is this calculated?H2HBench Data Quality
Low confidenceSpecifications: Field verification not recordedVerified gaming results: 0Estimated / unverified results: 32Price record updated: Sep 6, 2026
Limited verified data
H2HBench Verdict
Higher catalog score: Intel Arc B770 (~63%)
The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.
Reasons to consider Arc B770
- Higher catalog performance index
- More graphics memory
- Lower stated power consumption
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0 · XeSS
Reasons to consider HD 6970
- Lower recorded market price
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 1.2 · Not supported
Catalog metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
Intel
AMDPerformance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
6034
8945
100100
8856
Graphics card ranking
Positions 12–17of 321
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
Intel Arc B770
90 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
Radeon HD 6970
Price $18.00Based on catalog performance per unit of current market price, not measured FPS.
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
60Better
34
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
50Better
31
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
47Better
28
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
89Better
45
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
70Better
43
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
Device class
DirectX
Vulkan
HDMI
DisplayPort
TFLOPSBetter
USB Type-C
OpenGL
Upscaling
Compute API
Power consumptionBetter
Max monitors
Max resolution
Recommended PSU
Length
Thickness
Architecture
Transistor count
Die size
Shader units / cores
Memory cache
Launch price—
Memory type
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
VRAMBetter
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory bus
Memory bandwidthBetter
Power connector
Release date
Interface
Power consumptionBetter
Process nodeBetter
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares Arc B770 and HD 6970 across curated H2H Lab game presets. The useful signal is not only average FPS, but also how each device behaves at 1440p and 4K, how memory capacity and bus width affect heavy textures, and whether the game engine favors raster performance, ray tracing, or driver maturity.
Arc B770HD 6970
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2
1080p High
248 FPS
173 FPS
1080p Ultra
174 FPS
118 FPS
1440p Ultra
135 FPS
64 FPS
4K Ultra
67 FPS
24 FPS
Counter-Strike 2Arc B770248 FPSHD 6970173 FPSArc B770174 FPSHD 6970118 FPSArc B770135 FPSHD 697064 FPSArc B77067 FPSHD 697024 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077Arc B770160 FPSHD 6970112 FPSArc B770138 FPSHD 697093 FPSArc B77098 FPSHD 697047 FPSArc B77045 FPSHD 697016 FPS
Forza Horizon 5Arc B770202 FPSHD 6970141 FPSArc B770131 FPSHD 697089 FPSArc B770122 FPSHD 697058 FPSArc B77099 FPSHD 697035 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyArc B770131 FPSHD 697091 FPSArc B770109 FPSHD 697074 FPSArc B77088 FPSHD 697042 FPSArc B77046 FPSHD 697016 FPS
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100603455%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100673758%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100684052%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100885644%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 100894566%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
H2H AI workload indices
Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100734450%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100714349%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100684052%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100754648%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100684052%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling
DirectX12.211.0
Vulkan1.4Not supported
OpenGL4.64.4
UpscalingXeSSNot supported
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0OpenCL 1.2
Architecture and release
ArchitectureNot publicly specifiedTeraScale 3
Process node5 nmBetter40 nm
Release date20262010
Device classDesktopDesktop
GPU cores, die and clocks
Transistor countNot publicly specified2640 million
Die sizeNot publicly specified389 mm²
Shader units / coresNot publicly specified1536
Base clock2100 MHzBetter880 MHz
Boost clock2400 MHzBetter880 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
InterfacePCIe 4x16PCIe 2x16
LengthVaries by board286 mm
ThicknessVaries by boardDual-slot
Recommended PSUVaries by board600 W
Power connector6+8 pin6+8 pin
Display outputs and limits
HDMIHDMI 2.1HDMI 1.4a
DisplayPortDisplayPort 2.1mini-DisplayPort 1.2
USB Type-CNoNo
Max monitorsVaries by board5
Max resolution7680 × 43204096 × 2160
Memory and compute throughput
VRAM16 GB GDDR6Better2 GB GDDR5
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR5
Memory bus256 bit256 bit
TFLOPS28Better2.703
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Explain this comparison
Beyond percentages: causes, relevant specifications, and practical impact behind every chart.
What AI will explain
Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.
Evidence details
Data coverage
- Verified gaming results
- 0
- Verified synthetic results
- 0
- Games with verified results
- 0
- Verified community results
- 0
- Estimated / unverified results
- 32
- Specifications
- 0 / 69
Calculated scores · How is this calculated?
Scores use the catalog model and may include estimated inputs. Open each score to see its origin and the methodology.
clamp(round(performance × 0.7 + (efficiency ?? 50) × 0.2 + (value is missing ? 0 : (value − 50) × 0.2)), 0, 100)Price evidence · View sources (5)
Verified community results
No verified community benchmarks yet.
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Comparison history
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Why you can trust this comparison
Origin and confidence are evaluated from the evidence attached to each value. Unverified results are identified, and specification, benchmark and price dates remain separate.
Owner experiences
Real builds, results, and community feedback.
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Frequently asked comparison questions
Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.
01Which is better for gaming: Arc B770 or HD 6970?+
Arc B770 has the higher overall gaming score, while Arc B770 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
Arc B770 is the stronger streaming choice thanks to performance, hardware encoding, and application support. Check AV1, H.264, and HEVC support before buying.
03Which is better for Blender?+
Arc B770 is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.
04Which is better for video editing?+
Arc B770 offers more overall performance, while Arc B770 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
Arc B770 is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
Arc B770 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
Arc B770 leads in combined 1440p performance. Arc B770 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
Arc B770 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
Arc B770 is easier to use in a quiet build because of its lower estimated power and thermal load. Actual noise depends on the specific cooler.
10Which is better without replacing the power supply?+
Arc B770 is the safer candidate because its stated power consumption is lower. Verify PSU wattage, age, and power connectors.
11Is it worth upgrading from the previous generation?+
Consider upgrading to Arc B770 if your current device no longer delivers the required FPS, memory capacity, or feature support. A gain below 15–20% is usually worth waiting for a price cut.