NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER vs Radeon R9 270
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
AMD
R9 270
Aggregate performance score
We've compared RTX 5070 SUPER and R9 270 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗RTX 5070 SUPER outperforms R9 270 by ~94% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+94%
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: GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER (~47%)
The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.
Reasons to consider RTX 5070 SUPER
- Higher catalog performance index
- More graphics memory
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 12.0 · DLSS 4
Reasons to consider R9 270
- Lower stated power consumption
- Lower recorded market price
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 2.1 · Not supported
Catalog metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
NVIDIA
AMDPerformance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
6634
8076
100100
9156
Graphics card ranking
Positions 9–14of 321
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER
109 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
Radeon R9 270
Price $22.00Based 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
66Better
34
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
54Better
31
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
52Better
28
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
80Better
76
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
72Better
49
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
Release status—
HDMI
Device class
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
Upscaling
Compute API
DisplayPort
Length
Thickness
TFLOPSBetter
Power consumptionBetter
Memory type
Power connector
Release date
Launch price—
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
VRAMBetter
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Interface
Power consumptionBetter
Process nodeBetter
Max monitors
Max resolution
USB Type-C
Recommended PSU
Architecture
Transistor count
Die size
Shader units / cores
Memory cache
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares RTX 5070 SUPER and R9 270 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 5070 SUPERR9 270
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2
1080p High
273 FPS
172 FPS
1080p Ultra
192 FPS
118 FPS
1440p Ultra
149 FPS
64 FPS
4K Ultra
74 FPS
23 FPS
Counter-Strike 2RTX 5070 SUPER273 FPSR9 270172 FPSRTX 5070 SUPER192 FPSR9 270118 FPSRTX 5070 SUPER149 FPSR9 27064 FPSRTX 5070 SUPER74 FPSR9 27023 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077RTX 5070 SUPER176 FPSR9 270111 FPSRTX 5070 SUPER152 FPSR9 27093 FPSRTX 5070 SUPER108 FPSR9 27046 FPSRTX 5070 SUPER50 FPSR9 27016 FPS
Forza Horizon 5RTX 5070 SUPER222 FPSR9 270140 FPSRTX 5070 SUPER144 FPSR9 27088 FPSRTX 5070 SUPER134 FPSR9 27058 FPSRTX 5070 SUPER109 FPSR9 27034 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyRTX 5070 SUPER144 FPSR9 27091 FPSRTX 5070 SUPER120 FPSR9 27074 FPSRTX 5070 SUPER97 FPSR9 27041 FPSRTX 5070 SUPER51 FPSR9 27016 FPS
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100663464%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100723764%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100734058%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100915648%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 10080765%
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 / 100774455%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100764355%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100734058%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100804654%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100744060%
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
DirectX12.212.0
Vulkan1.41.2
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingDLSS 4Not supported
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 12.0OpenCL 2.1
Architecture and release
ArchitectureNot publicly specifiedGCN 2.0
Process node4 nmBetter28 nm
Release date20262013
Device classDesktopDesktop
GPU cores, die and clocks
Transistor countNot publicly specified2080 million
Die sizeNot publicly specified160 mm²
Shader units / coresNot publicly specified768
Base clock2325 MHzBetter925 MHz
Boost clock2497 MHzBetter975 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
InterfacePCIe 5x16PCIe 3x16
LengthVaries by boardVaries by board
ThicknessVaries by boardVaries by board
Recommended PSUVaries by boardVaries by board
Power connector16 pin6 pin
Display outputs and limits
HDMIHDMI 2.1bBoard dependent
DisplayPortDisplayPort 2.1bBoard dependent
USB Type-CNoNo
Max monitors1Varies by board
Max resolution7680 × 4320Varies by board
Memory and compute throughput
VRAM18 GB GDDR7Better2 GB GDDR5
Memory typeGDDR7GDDR5
Memory bus192 bit256 bitBetter
TFLOPS38Better1.536
Other comparisons
Reviews and questions
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 / 70
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: RTX 5070 SUPER or R9 270?+
RTX 5070 SUPER has the higher overall gaming score, while RTX 5070 SUPER offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
RTX 5070 SUPER 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 5070 SUPER 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 5070 SUPER offers more overall performance, while RTX 5070 SUPER offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
RTX 5070 SUPER 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 5070 SUPER is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
RTX 5070 SUPER leads in combined 1440p performance. RTX 5070 SUPER can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
RTX 5070 SUPER is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
R9 270 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 270 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 5070 SUPER 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.