Radeon HD 6670 vs Radeon HD 6970

Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks

Aggregate performance score

We've compared HD 6670 and HD 6970 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.

HD 6970 outperforms HD 6670 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 confidence
Specifications: Field verification not recordedVerified gaming results: 0Estimated / unverified results: 32Price record updated: Sep 6, 2026

Limited verified data

H2HBench Verdict

Higher catalog score: Radeon HD 6670 (~21%)

The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.

Reasons to consider HD 6670

  • Lower stated power consumption
  • Lower recorded market price
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 1.2 · Not supported

Reasons to consider HD 6970

  • Higher catalog performance index
  • More graphics memory
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 1.2 · Not supported
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Catalog metrics radar

Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.

H2H
Performance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
Performance
3134
Efficiency
10045
Price / performance
100100
Memory capacity
4356
Missing values are never replaced with zero or an average.Model: H2H 2026.07 fixed scale.

Graphics card ranking

Full ranking →

The ranking is recalculated automatically from catalog data.

Positions 150–155of 321
HD 6670not in TOP100position in the GPU ranking
HD 6970not in TOP100position in the GPU ranking

Which should you choose?

Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.

COMMUNITY CHOICE

Radeon HD 6670

133 likes

Head to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.

BEST PRICE / PERFORMANCE

Radeon HD 6970

Price $18.00

Based on catalog performance per unit of current market price, not measured FPS.

Overview

Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.

CategoryHD 6670HD 6970
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
31
34Better
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
29
31Better
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
26
28Better
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
100Better
45
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
52Better
43

Specifications

The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.

SpecificationHD 6670HD 6970
HDMI
Device class
USB Type-C
DirectX
OpenGL
TFLOPSBetter
Power consumptionBetter
Memory type
Interface
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
Max monitors
Max resolution
VRAM
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Power connector
Release date
ArchitectureBetter
Thickness
Compute API
Launch priceBetter
Shader units / coresBetter
Power consumptionBetter
Process node
Recommended PSUBetter
LengthBetter
Die sizeBetter
Memory cache
Transistor countBetter
Vulkan
Upscaling
DisplayPort

Gaming FPS

Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.

The Gaming FPS section compares HD 6670 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.

HD 6670HD 6970
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p High
155 FPS
173 FPS
1080p Ultra
109 FPS
118 FPS
1440p Ultra
59 FPS
64 FPS
4K Ultra
21 FPS
24 FPS
Game1080p High1080p Ultra1440p Ultra4K Ultra
Counter-Strike 2HD 6670155 FPSHD 6970173 FPSHD 6670109 FPSHD 6970118 FPSHD 667059 FPSHD 697064 FPSHD 667021 FPSHD 697024 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077HD 6670100 FPSHD 6970112 FPSHD 667086 FPSHD 697093 FPSHD 667043 FPSHD 697047 FPSHD 667014 FPSHD 697016 FPS
Forza Horizon 5HD 6670126 FPSHD 6970141 FPSHD 667082 FPSHD 697089 FPSHD 667053 FPSHD 697058 FPSHD 667031 FPSHD 697035 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyHD 667082 FPSHD 697091 FPSHD 667068 FPSHD 697074 FPSHD 667038 FPSHD 697042 FPSHD 667014 FPSHD 697016 FPS
Average FPSHD 6670116 FPSHD 6970129 FPSHD 667086 FPSHD 697094 FPSHD 667048 FPSHD 697053 FPSHD 667020 FPSHD 697023 FPS

H2H workload indices

Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.

IndexHD 6670HD 6970Difference
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 10031349%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100323714%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100344016%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100435626%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1001004576%

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.

IndexHD 6670HD 6970Difference
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100364420%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100364318%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100344016%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100384619%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100354013%

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

SpecificationsHD 6670HD 6970
DirectX11.011.0
VulkanNot supportedNot supported
OpenGL4.44.4
UpscalingNot supportedNot supported
Compute APIOpenCL 1.2OpenCL 1.2

Architecture and release

SpecificationsHD 6670HD 6970
ArchitectureTeraScale 2TeraScale 3Better
Process node40 nm40 nm
Release date20112010
Device classDesktopDesktop

GPU cores, die and clocks

SpecificationsHD 6670HD 6970
Transistor count716 million2640 millionBetter
Die size118 mm²Better389 mm²
Shader units / cores4801536Better
Base clock800 MHz880 MHzBetter
Boost clock800 MHz880 MHzBetter

Board size, power and compatibility

SpecificationsHD 6670HD 6970
InterfacePCIe 2x16PCIe 2x16
Length168 mmBetter286 mm
ThicknessSingle-slotDual-slot
Recommended PSU250 WBetter600 W
Power connectorNone6+8 pin

Display outputs and limits

SpecificationsHD 6670HD 6970
HDMIHDMI 1.3aHDMI 1.4a
DisplayPortBoard dependentmini-DisplayPort 1.2
USB Type-CNoNo
Max monitors35
Max resolution2560 × 16004096 × 2160

Memory and compute throughput

SpecificationsHD 6670HD 6970
VRAM2 GB GDDR32 GB GDDR5
Memory typeGDDR3GDDR5
Memory bus128 bit256 bitBetter
TFLOPS0.7682.703Better

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Device AHD 667052
Device BHD 697043
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Calculated scores · How is this calculated?

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Frequently asked comparison questions

Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.

01Which is better for gaming: HD 6670 or HD 6970?

HD 6670 has the higher overall gaming score, while HD 6670 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.

02Which is better for streaming?

HD 6670 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?

HD 6670 is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.

04Which is better for video editing?

HD 6670 offers more overall performance, while HD 6670 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.

05Which is better for neural networks and AI?

HD 6670 is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.

06Which is better for 1080p?

HD 6670 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.

07Which is better for 1440p?

HD 6670 leads in combined 1440p performance. HD 6670 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.

08Which is better for 4K?

HD 6670 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.

09Which is better for a quiet PC?

HD 6670 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?

HD 6670 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 HD 6670 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.