Radeon R9 Nano vs GeForce RTX 2070

Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks

Aggregate performance score

We've compared R9 Nano and RTX 2070 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.

RTX 2070 outperforms R9 Nano by ~7% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+7%

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 R9 Nano (~23%)

The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.

Reasons to consider R9 Nano

  • Lower stated power consumption
  • Higher catalog value index
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 2.1 · Not supported

Reasons to consider RTX 2070

  • Higher catalog performance index
  • More graphics memory
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 7.5 · DLSS 2
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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
4144
Efficiency
7879
Price / performance
10039
Memory capacity
5068
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 88–93of 321
R9 Nanonot in TOP100position in the GPU ranking
RTX 2070#90position in the GPU ranking

Which should you choose?

Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.

COMMUNITY CHOICE

GeForce RTX 2070

178 likes

Head to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.

BEST PRICE / PERFORMANCE

Radeon R9 Nano

Price $128.00

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

Overview

Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.

CategoryR9 NanoRTX 2070
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
41
44Better
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
36
38Better
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
34
36Better
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
78
79Better
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
54Better
44

Specifications

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

SpecificationR9 NanoRTX 2070
DisplayPort
HDMI
Device class
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
TFLOPSBetter
Power consumptionBetter
Memory type
Power connector
Release date
Architecture
Thickness
Compute API
Launch priceBetter
Shader units / coresBetter
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
VRAMBetter
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Interface
Power consumptionBetter
Process nodeBetter
Recommended PSU
LengthBetter
Die sizeBetter
Memory cache
Transistor countBetter
Max monitors
Max resolution
USB Type-C
Upscaling

Gaming FPS

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

The Gaming FPS section compares R9 Nano and RTX 2070 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.

R9 NanoRTX 2070
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p High
188 FPS
194 FPS
1080p Ultra
132 FPS
137 FPS
1440p Ultra
87 FPS
106 FPS
4K Ultra
35 FPS
39 FPS
Game1080p High1080p Ultra1440p Ultra4K Ultra
Counter-Strike 2R9 Nano188 FPSRTX 2070194 FPSR9 Nano132 FPSRTX 2070137 FPSR9 Nano87 FPSRTX 2070106 FPSR9 Nano35 FPSRTX 207039 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077R9 Nano122 FPSRTX 2070125 FPSR9 Nano105 FPSRTX 2070108 FPSR9 Nano63 FPSRTX 207077 FPSR9 Nano23 FPSRTX 207026 FPS
Forza Horizon 5R9 Nano153 FPSRTX 2070158 FPSR9 Nano99 FPSRTX 2070103 FPSR9 Nano78 FPSRTX 207096 FPSR9 Nano51 FPSRTX 207058 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyR9 Nano99 FPSRTX 2070103 FPSR9 Nano83 FPSRTX 207086 FPSR9 Nano56 FPSRTX 207069 FPSR9 Nano24 FPSRTX 207027 FPS
Average FPSR9 Nano141 FPSRTX 2070145 FPSR9 Nano105 FPSRTX 2070109 FPSR9 Nano71 FPSRTX 207087 FPSR9 Nano33 FPSRTX 207038 FPS

H2H workload indices

Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.

IndexR9 NanoRTX 2070Difference
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 10041447%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100414918%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100445115%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100506831%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 10078791%

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.

IndexR9 NanoRTX 2070Difference
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100455520%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100455418%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100445115%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100465721%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100445115%

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

SpecificationsR9 NanoRTX 2070
DirectX12.012.2
Vulkan1.21.4
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingNot supportedDLSS 2
Compute APIOpenCL 2.1OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 7.5

Architecture and release

SpecificationsR9 NanoRTX 2070
ArchitectureGCN 3.0Turing
Process node28 nm12 nmBetter
Release date20152018
Device classDesktopDesktop

GPU cores, die and clocks

SpecificationsR9 NanoRTX 2070
Transistor count8900 million10800 millionBetter
Die size596 mm²445 mm²Better
Shader units / cores4096Better2304
Base clock1000 MHz1410 MHzBetter
Boost clock1000 MHz1620 MHzBetter

Board size, power and compatibility

SpecificationsR9 NanoRTX 2070
InterfacePCIe 3x16PCIe 3x16
Length154 mmBetter229 mm
ThicknessDual-slotDual-slot
Recommended PSU450 W450 W
Power connector8 pin8 pin

Display outputs and limits

SpecificationsR9 NanoRTX 2070
HDMIHDMI 1.4aHDMI 2.0
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.2DisplayPort 1.4a
USB Type-CNoYes
Max monitors45
Max resolution4096 × 21607680 × 4320

Memory and compute throughput

SpecificationsR9 NanoRTX 2070
VRAM4 GB HBM8 GB GDDR6Better
Memory typeHBMGDDR6
Memory bus4096 bitBetter256 bit
TFLOPS8.192Better7.465

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Reviews and questions

Explain this comparison

Beyond percentages: causes, relevant specifications, and practical impact behind every chart.

Device AR9 Nano54
Device BRTX 207044
What AI will explain

Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.

Evidence details

Data coverage

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Verified synthetic results
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Games with verified results
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Verified community results
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Estimated / unverified results
32
Specifications
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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.

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Verified community results

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Frequently asked comparison questions

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

01Which is better for gaming: R9 Nano or RTX 2070?

R9 Nano has the higher overall gaming score, while R9 Nano offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.

02Which is better for streaming?

RTX 2070 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?

RTX 2070 is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.

04Which is better for video editing?

R9 Nano offers more overall performance, while R9 Nano offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.

05Which is better for neural networks and AI?

RTX 2070 is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.

06Which is better for 1080p?

R9 Nano is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.

07Which is better for 1440p?

R9 Nano leads in combined 1440p performance. R9 Nano can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.

08Which is better for 4K?

R9 Nano is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.

09Which is better for a quiet PC?

R9 Nano 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?

R9 Nano 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 R9 Nano 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.