Radeon VII vs Radeon HD 6570

Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks

Aggregate performance score

We've compared VII and HD 6570 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.

VII outperforms HD 6570 by ~68% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+68%

Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better. How is this calculated?

H2HBench Data Quality

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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 VII (~12%)

The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.

Reasons to consider VII

  • Higher catalog performance index
  • More graphics memory
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 2.1 · AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR)

Reasons to consider HD 6570

  • Lower stated power consumption
  • Lower recorded market price
  • 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.

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Performance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
Performance
5231
Efficiency
59100
Price / performance
100100
Memory capacity
8843
Missing values are never replaced with zero or an average.Model: H2H 2026.07 fixed scale.

Graphics card ranking

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The ranking is recalculated automatically from catalog data.

Positions 76–81of 321
VII#78position in the GPU ranking
HD 6570not in TOP100position in the GPU ranking

Which should you choose?

Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.

COMMUNITY CHOICE

Radeon VII

121 likes

Head to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.

BEST PRICE / PERFORMANCE

Radeon HD 6570

Price $19.00

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

Overview

Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.

CategoryVIIHD 6570
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
52Better
31
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
44Better
29
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
41Better
26
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
59
100Better
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
58Better
52

Specifications

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

SpecificationVIIHD 6570
Power consumptionBetter
Process nodeBetter
Recommended PSUBetter
LengthBetter
Die sizeBetter
Memory cache
Transistor countBetter
Max monitors
Max resolution
USB Type-C
DisplayPort
HDMI
Device class
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
TFLOPSBetter
Power consumptionBetter
Memory type
Power connector
Release date
ArchitectureBetter
Thickness
Compute API
Launch priceBetter
Shader units / coresBetter
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
VRAMBetter
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Interface
Upscaling

Gaming FPS

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

The Gaming FPS section compares VII and HD 6570 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.

VIIHD 6570
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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p High
213 FPS
155 FPS
1080p Ultra
150 FPS
109 FPS
1440p Ultra
117 FPS
59 FPS
4K Ultra
58 FPS
21 FPS
Game1080p High1080p Ultra1440p Ultra4K Ultra
Counter-Strike 2VII213 FPSHD 6570155 FPSVII150 FPSHD 6570109 FPSVII117 FPSHD 657059 FPSVII58 FPSHD 657021 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077VII138 FPSHD 6570100 FPSVII119 FPSHD 657086 FPSVII85 FPSHD 657043 FPSVII39 FPSHD 657014 FPS
Forza Horizon 5VII174 FPSHD 6570126 FPSVII112 FPSHD 657082 FPSVII105 FPSHD 657053 FPSVII85 FPSHD 657031 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyVII112 FPSHD 657082 FPSVII94 FPSHD 657068 FPSVII76 FPSHD 657038 FPSVII40 FPSHD 657014 FPS
Average FPSVII159 FPSHD 6570116 FPSVII119 FPSHD 657086 FPSVII96 FPSHD 657048 FPSVII56 FPSHD 657020 FPS

H2H workload indices

Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.

IndexVIIHD 6570Difference
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100523151%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100593162%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100623458%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100884369%
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.

IndexVIIHD 6570Difference
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100683662%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100663659%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100623458%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100723862%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100633557%

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

SpecificationsVIIHD 6570
DirectX12.111.0
Vulkan1.3Not supported
OpenGL4.64.4
UpscalingAMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR)Not supported
Compute APIOpenCL 2.1OpenCL 1.2

Architecture and release

SpecificationsVIIHD 6570
ArchitectureGCN 5.1BetterTeraScale 2
Process node7 nmBetter40 nm
Release date20192011
Device classDesktopDesktop

GPU cores, die and clocks

SpecificationsVIIHD 6570
Transistor count13230 millionBetter716 million
Die size331 mm²118 mm²Better
Shader units / cores3840Better480
Base clock1400 MHzBetter650 MHz
Boost clock1800 MHzBetter650 MHz

Board size, power and compatibility

SpecificationsVIIHD 6570
InterfacePCIe 3x16PCIe 2x16
Length280 mm168 mmBetter
ThicknessDual-slotSingle-slot
Recommended PSU600 W250 WBetter
Power connector8+8 pinNone

Display outputs and limits

SpecificationsVIIHD 6570
HDMIHDMI 2.0bHDMI 1.3a
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.4aBoard dependent
USB Type-CNoNo
Max monitors43
Max resolution7680 × 43202560 × 1600

Memory and compute throughput

SpecificationsVIIHD 6570
VRAM16 GB HBM2Better1 GB GDDR3
Memory typeHBM2GDDR3
Memory bus4096 bitBetter128 bit
TFLOPS13.44Better0.624

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Verified community results
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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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Frequently asked comparison questions

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

01Which is better for gaming: VII or HD 6570?

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

02Which is better for streaming?

VII 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?

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

04Which is better for video editing?

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

05Which is better for neural networks and AI?

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

06Which is better for 1080p?

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

07Which is better for 1440p?

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

08Which is better for 4K?

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

09Which is better for a quiet PC?

HD 6570 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 6570 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 VII 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.