AMD Radeon HD 7870 vs AMD Radeon RX 560
These two cards score identically in our gaming index. The decision comes down to VRAM, power draw and price.
| Specification | AMD Radeon HD 7870 | AMD Radeon RX 560 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance score | 7/100 | 7/100 |
| Tier | F | F |
| VRAM | 2 GB | 4 GB |
| Power draw (TDP) | 175 W | 60 W |
| Launch MSRP | $349 | $99 |
| Performance per $100 | 2.0 | 7.1 |
| Release year | 2012 | 2017 |
| DLSS | — No | — No |
| FSR | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| XeSS | — No | — No |
| Ray tracing | — No | — No |
Which should you buy?
Performance is a tie, so the tie-breakers below decide it. The AMD Radeon RX 560 carries more VRAM (4GB vs 2GB), which matters at 1440p and above and for texture-heavy titles. The AMD Radeon RX 560 draws 115W less, so it is easier on your power supply and case cooling — check the PSU calculator before committing. On launch pricing, the AMD Radeon RX 560 offers better performance per dollar.