AMD
ATI Radeon HD 5870 vs GeForce 710M
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
NVIDIA
GeForce 710M
Aggregate performance score
We've compared ATI Radeon HD 5870 and GeForce 710M across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗ATI Radeon HD 5870 outperforms GeForce 710M by ~10% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+10%
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 15, 2026
Limited verified data
H2HBench Verdict
Higher catalog score: ATI Radeon HD 5870 (~7%)
The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.
Reasons to consider ATI Radeon HD 5870
- Higher catalog performance index
- More graphics memory
- Higher catalog value index
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 1.2 · Not supported
Reasons to consider GeForce 710M
- Lower stated power consumption
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 1.1, CUDA 2.1 · Not supported
Catalog metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
AMD
NVIDIAPerformance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
3330
59100
10054
5643
Graphics card ranking
Positions 258–263of 321
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
ATI Radeon HD 5870
173 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
33Better
30
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
30Better
28
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
28Better
26
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
59
100Better
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
45Better
42
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
DisplayPort
HDMI
Device class
Max monitors
Max resolution
USB Type-C
DirectX
OpenGL
TFLOPSBetter
Power consumptionBetter
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Memory type
Power connector
Release date
Architecture
Thickness
Compute API
Launch price—
Shader units / coresBetter
Boost clockBetter
VRAM
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Interface
Power consumptionBetter
Process nodeBetter
Recommended PSU
Length
Die sizeBetter
Memory cache
Transistor countBetter
Vulkan
Upscaling
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares ATI Radeon HD 5870 and GeForce 710M 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.
ATI Radeon HD 5870GeForce 710M
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2
1080p High
169 FPS
152 FPS
1080p Ultra
116 FPS
107 FPS
1440p Ultra
64 FPS
57 FPS
4K Ultra
24 FPS
21 FPS
Counter-Strike 2ATI Radeon HD 5870169 FPSGeForce 710M152 FPSATI Radeon HD 5870116 FPSGeForce 710M107 FPSATI Radeon HD 587064 FPSGeForce 710M57 FPSATI Radeon HD 587024 FPSGeForce 710M21 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077ATI Radeon HD 5870109 FPSGeForce 710M98 FPSATI Radeon HD 587091 FPSGeForce 710M84 FPSATI Radeon HD 587046 FPSGeForce 710M41 FPSATI Radeon HD 587016 FPSGeForce 710M14 FPS
Forza Horizon 5ATI Radeon HD 5870138 FPSGeForce 710M124 FPSATI Radeon HD 587087 FPSGeForce 710M80 FPSATI Radeon HD 587057 FPSGeForce 710M51 FPSATI Radeon HD 587035 FPSGeForce 710M30 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyATI Radeon HD 587089 FPSGeForce 710M80 FPSATI Radeon HD 587072 FPSGeForce 710M67 FPSATI Radeon HD 587041 FPSGeForce 710M37 FPSATI Radeon HD 587016 FPSGeForce 710M14 FPS
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100333010%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100363115%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100393414%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100564326%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1005910052%
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 / 100433618%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100423518%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100393414%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100453720%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100403416%
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
DirectX11.011.0
VulkanNot supported1.2
OpenGL4.44.6
UpscalingNot supportedNot supported
Compute APIOpenCL 1.2OpenCL 1.1, CUDA 2.1
Architecture and release
ArchitectureTeraScale 2Kepler / Fermi
Process node40 nm28 nmBetter
Release date20092013
Device classDesktopMobile
GPU cores, die and clocks
Transistor count2154 millionBetter585 million
Die size334 mm²116 mm²Better
Shader units / cores1600Better96
Base clock850 MHzBetter775 MHz
Boost clock850 MHzBetter775 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
InterfacePCIe 2x16PCIe 2.0 x16
Length280 mmOEM dependent
ThicknessDual-slotOEM dependent
Recommended PSU450 WOEM dependent
Power connector6+6 pinNone
Display outputs and limits
HDMIHDMI 1.3aOEM dependent
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.1OEM dependent
USB Type-CNoOEM dependent
Max monitors4OEM dependent
Max resolution4096 × 2160OEM dependent
Memory and compute throughput
VRAM1 GB GDDR51 GB DDR3
Memory typeGDDR5GDDR5 / DDR3
Memory bus256 bitBetter64 bit
TFLOPS2.72Better0.298
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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 (4)
Verified community results
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Why you can trust this comparison
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Frequently asked comparison questions
Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.
01Which is better for gaming: ATI Radeon HD 5870 or GeForce 710M?+
ATI Radeon HD 5870 has the higher overall gaming score, while ATI Radeon HD 5870 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
GeForce 710M 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?+
GeForce 710M is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.
04Which is better for video editing?+
ATI Radeon HD 5870 offers more overall performance, while ATI Radeon HD 5870 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
GeForce 710M is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
ATI Radeon HD 5870 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
ATI Radeon HD 5870 leads in combined 1440p performance. ATI Radeon HD 5870 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
ATI Radeon HD 5870 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
GeForce 710M 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?+
GeForce 710M 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 ATI Radeon HD 5870 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.