Sapphire
Sapphire AMD Radeon HD 7970
Best robust performance for dedicated PC builders.
The SAPPHIRE HD 7970 is the first graphics card in the world to incorporate the latest generation of GPU's from AMD built in a new 28nm process and featuring the new GCN optimised graphics processing architecture. The HD 7970 is the most powerful single chip GPU ever built. It has a new internal structure with 32 compute units and a total of 2048 Stream processors. It ships with a core clock speed of 925MHz, and AMD Powertune technology allows enthusiasts to increase performance by overclocking. A new 384-bit high speed memory interface with over 264GB/sec memory bandwidth connects to a large 3GB array of the latest DDR5 memory.
$499.00
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Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
339
/ 854
#339 in Desktop GPU
Price vs Category Average
-64%
Below average
Graphics
7970
/ AMD Radeon HD
Who it's for
- PC builders seeking high-end gaming in the early 2010s.
- Enthusiasts wanting to maximize performance from their hardware.
- Budget-conscious users needing basic display output or retro gaming.
Who should skip it
- Users concerned about energy efficiency or system power requirements.
- PC builders with compact cases or sensitive to system noise.
- Gamers expecting smooth performance in current generation games.
Key Specs
Graphics
AMD Radeon HD 7970
Graphics processor
Dedicated
Ram memory
3 GB
Brand
Sapphire
Input/output quantity
4
Height
4.5"
Memory Type
GDDR5
Memory Interface
384-bit
Features
- Experience video games with realism
- CrossFireX multi-GPU technology for high resolution effects
- DirectX 11 API for realistic gaming
- High speed data transfer with PCI Express 3.0
- GDDR5 memory for maximum productivity
- HDMI interface for HD devices
- Power-efficient fan for heat dissipation
What customers say
Customers frequently praised the Sapphire AMD Radeon HD 7970 for its exceptional gaming performance during its prime. Many users highlighted its robust capability to handle demanding titles smoothly, providing a satisfying visual experience. The card also garnered positive remarks for its consistent reliability, with numerous owners reporting stable operation and a durable build quality over extended periods of use. This combination of strong performance and dependable operation made it a favored choice among enthusiasts seeking a powerful and lasting graphics solution.
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