NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 2070 vs ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
AMD
ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2
Aggregate performance score
We've compared RTX 2070 and ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗RTX 2070 outperforms ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2 by 42% based on our aggregate benchmark results.+42%
Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better.GeForce RTX 2070 vs ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2: key takeaway
The comparison of RTX 2070 and ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2 shows a 42% advantage for RTX 2070 in gaming performance, while ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2 may still be stronger in efficiency and feature set. Use the sections below to check whether that lead comes from real FPS, specifications, efficiency, price or platform features.
SUMMARY PROFILE
Verified-metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
NVIDIA
AMDPerformance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
4431
7953
100100
6843
COMPARISON RESULT
RTX 2070 is the best overall choice
RTX 2070 leads in combined game performance. RTX 2070 offers the better price per frame, while the final choice depends on the required features, memory, and games.
RTX 2070 leads in the combined performance index
ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2 costs less
CATALOG POSITION
Full ranking →Graphics card ranking
Positions 108–113of 317
COMPARISON VERDICT
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2
179 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2
100/100 · Price $159The choice is based on the price-to-performance index and launch price.
OVERALL SCORE
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
The Summary score section compares RTX 2070 and ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
44Better
31
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
38Better
29
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
36Better
26
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
79Better
53
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
62Better
49
FULL COMPARISON
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
The Specifications section compares RTX 2070 and ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.4a—
HDMIHDMI 2.0—
InterfacePCIe 3x16PCIe 2x16
Device classDesktopDesktop
Power consumption185 WBetter196 W
Process node12 nmBetter55 nm
Recommended PSU450 W450 W
Length229 mmBetter267 mm
Die size445 mm²192 mm²Better
Memory cacheL1 64 KB, L2 4 MBL2 0.25 MBBetter
Transistor count10800 millionBetter666 million
UpscalingDLSS 2—
Max monitors53
Max resolution7680 × 43202560 × 1600
USB Type-CYesNo
TFLOPS7.465Better0.528
DirectX12.210.1
Vulkan1.4—
OpenGL4.63.3
Power consumption185 WBetter196 W
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR3
Power connector8 pin6+8 pin
Release date20182008
ArchitectureTuringTeraScale
ThicknessDual-slotDual-slot
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 7.5—
Launch price$499$159Better
Shader units / cores2304Better320
Clock speed1410 - 1620 MHzBetter825 MHz
Base clock1410 MHzBetter825 MHz
Boost clock1620 MHzBetter825 MHz
VRAM8 GB GDDR6Better1 GB GDDR3
Memory frequency14 GHzBetter1,8 GHz
Memory bus256 bit256x2 bit
Memory bandwidth448 GB/sBetter58 GB/s
GAME TEST BENCH
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares RTX 2070 and ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2 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.
RTX 2070ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2
Verified H2HCommunity VerifiedEstimatedPredicted
Black Myth: Wukong
1080p High
23 FPSEstimated 66%
18 FPSEstimated 64%
1080p Ultra
20 FPSEstimated 66%
15 FPSEstimated 64%
1440p Ultra
15 FPSEstimated 66%
8 FPSEstimated 58%
4K Ultra
6 FPSEstimated 60%
5 FPSEstimated 55%
Black Myth: WukongRTX 207023 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X218 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 207020 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X215 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 207015 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X28 FPSEstimated 58%RTX 20706 FPSEstimated 60%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X25 FPSEstimated 55%
Call of Duty: WarzoneRTX 207023 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X218 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 207020 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X215 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 207015 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X28 FPSEstimated 58%RTX 20706 FPSEstimated 60%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X25 FPSEstimated 55%
Counter-Strike 2RTX 2070194 FPSEstimated 74%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2153 FPSEstimated 72%RTX 2070137 FPSEstimated 74%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2107 FPSEstimated 72%RTX 2070106 FPSEstimated 74%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X260 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 207039 FPSEstimated 68%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X223 FPSEstimated 63%
Cyberpunk 2077RTX 2070125 FPSEstimated 74%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X298 FPSEstimated 72%RTX 2070108 FPSEstimated 74%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X285 FPSEstimated 72%RTX 207077 FPSEstimated 74%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X244 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 207026 FPSEstimated 68%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X215 FPSEstimated 63%
Forza Horizon 5RTX 2070158 FPSEstimated 80%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2124 FPSEstimated 78%RTX 2070103 FPSEstimated 74%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X280 FPSEstimated 72%RTX 207096 FPSEstimated 74%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X254 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 207058 FPSEstimated 68%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X233 FPSEstimated 63%
God of War RagnarökRTX 207023 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X218 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 207020 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X215 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 207015 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X28 FPSEstimated 58%RTX 20706 FPSEstimated 60%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X25 FPSEstimated 55%
Hogwarts LegacyRTX 2070103 FPSEstimated 74%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X280 FPSEstimated 72%RTX 207086 FPSEstimated 74%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X267 FPSEstimated 72%RTX 207069 FPSEstimated 74%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X239 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 207027 FPSEstimated 68%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X215 FPSEstimated 63%
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024RTX 207023 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X218 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 207020 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X215 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 207015 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X28 FPSEstimated 58%RTX 20706 FPSEstimated 60%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X25 FPSEstimated 55%
Monster Hunter WildsRTX 207023 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X218 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 207020 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X215 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 207015 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X28 FPSEstimated 58%RTX 20706 FPSEstimated 60%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X25 FPSEstimated 55%
StarfieldRTX 207023 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X218 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 207020 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X215 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 207015 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X28 FPSEstimated 58%RTX 20706 FPSEstimated 60%ATI Radeon HD 3870 X25 FPSEstimated 55%
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
The Benchmarks section compares RTX 2070 and ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100443135%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100493242%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100513440%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100684345%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 100795339%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H AI workload indices
Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.
The Detailed comparison section compares RTX 2070 and ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100553642%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100543640%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100513440%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100573840%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100513537%
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
The Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling section compares RTX 2070 and ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DirectX12.210.1
Vulkan1.4—
OpenGL4.63.3
UpscalingDLSS 2—
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 7.5—
Architecture and release
The Architecture and release section compares RTX 2070 and ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
ArchitectureTuringTeraScale
Process node12 nmBetter55 nm
Release date20182008
Device classDesktopDesktop
GPU cores, die and clocks
The Core layout and clocks section compares RTX 2070 and ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
Transistor count10800 millionBetter666 million
Die size445 mm²192 mm²Better
Shader units / cores2304Better320
Base clock1410 MHzBetter825 MHz
Boost clock1620 MHzBetter825 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
The Form factor and compatibility section compares RTX 2070 and ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
InterfacePCIe 3x16PCIe 2x16
Length229 mmBetter267 mm
ThicknessDual-slotDual-slot
Recommended PSU450 W450 W
Power connector8 pin6+8 pin
Display outputs and limits
The Display outputs section compares RTX 2070 and ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
HDMIHDMI 2.0—
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.4a—
USB Type-CYesNo
Max monitors53
Max resolution7680 × 43202560 × 1600
Memory and compute throughput
The VRAM capacity and bandwidth section compares RTX 2070 and ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
VRAM8 GB GDDR6Better1 GB GDDR3
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR3
Memory bus256 bit256x2 bit
TFLOPS7.465Better0.528
HEAD TO HEAD · DISCOVER
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Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.
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Frequently asked comparison questions
Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.
01Which is better for gaming: RTX 2070 or ATI Radeon HD 3870 X2?+
RTX 2070 has the higher overall gaming score, while RTX 2070 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?+
RTX 2070 offers more overall performance, while RTX 2070 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?+
RTX 2070 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
RTX 2070 leads in combined 1440p performance. RTX 2070 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
RTX 2070 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
RTX 2070 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?+
RTX 2070 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 RTX 2070 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.