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Sapphire brings the power of graphics ‘supercomputing’ to enthusiasts with their Vapor-X Radeon HD 4870 card. Built on Sapphire's original Vapor Chamber Technology, this card will bring the benefits of Vapor-X cooling - quieter and more efficient cooling - to a wider range of users. A new distinctive cooler design makes the Vapor-X Series stand out in looks as well as performance.
The Sapphire Vapor-X Radeon HD 4870 card has 1GB of high-performance GDDR5 memory, clocked at 900MHz (3.6Gbps effective) and the GPU core is clocked at 750MHz. Supporting AMD CrossFireX technology, two high-speed connectors on each card allow two or more cards to be used together for enhanced performance when installed in a CrossFireX compatible motherboard.
The Radeon HD 4870 incorporates the latest ATI Avivo HD Technology for enhanced Video display, and features a second generation built-in UVD (Unified Video decoder) for the hardware accelerated decoding of Blu-ray and HD DVD content for VC-1, H.264 and MPEG-2 codecs, considerably reducing CPU load. The card’s HDMI connector supports multi-channel audio formats (up to 7.1) and combines audio and video output on a single cable for direct connection to an HDMI ready display. Support for DirectX10.1 ensures the optimal performance and application compatibility with all DirectX10.1 applications and enables stunning 3D graphics and shading effects in the latest DirectX10.1 games.
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Only Review You Need....
- Pros: This card is very fast, and can take a very reasonable overclock.
820 core/ 1075 mem. with no overheating....
Brought my 3dmark06 score up from 8900 to 13700 right out of the box.
Has an awesome blue LED with the sapphire logo lit up, added bonus for my blue led themed Nzxt Zero 2 case....
HDMI plug is awesome, and does truly support 7.1 surround sound. VGA plug might come in handy if my monitor ever stops working and im forced to use an old one.... Of course it has a DVI output as well
Card fan is easily adjusted in the ATI CCC, but make sure ATI Tray Tools isn't running, or else the option to set the core/mem/ and fan speeds will be greyed out.
This card just straight up destroys my old 8800gts, i get about 55fps with Crysis warhead at 1080p and 2x aa. not bad considering i used to get about 16 with that 8800gts.(my amd6000+x2 @ 3.4ghz prolly still bottlenecks this puppy)
This card in crossfire would just be insane.
- Cons: Memory heat sinks on back of card get REALLLY hot. Doesnt seem to do anything, but i think we could push memory clocks well over 1100 if these didnt get so hot.
ATI CCC just doesnt compare to Nvidias. NO custom AA or AF settings for individual games.
I get some noise while playing blurays that really damages the hi-def look of the movies. Seems like Nvidias "Noise Reduction" option in their CCC would be useful here.
No heat is blown out of the back of the card, so for those with poor circulation in their cases, this could be a problem.
Card came with crossfire bridge, two 4pin to PCIE power cables, driver, and Sapphire case badge. No dvi,hdmi cables.
- Other Thoughts: a few thigns would make this card 100% better -
Better cooling options for the memory = less artifacting
Better heat exhaust = might lower case temps
A few things about this card that destroy= is simply a powerhouse capable of destroying crysis,farcry 2, etc as well as prototype, and fear 2 for example, at 8x AA highest settings maxed out.
Enjoy this card!
Some Caveats
- Pros: Good looking, Fast, Reasonable Price
- Cons: Hot!!! 80c idle (compared to 56c for my other 4870 - the older Saphire 4870 model with the heat pipes).
Wider than a double slot - so don't try to XFire two of this model.
- Other Thoughts: You should be aware that you can't really do crossfire with two of these. They have a heatsink on the backside, which probably helps with cooling (but man is it hot), but the extra bulk means you literally cannot fit two in crossfire.
Luckily, the other Saphire 4870 that I have is the correct size, so I can fit it next to the other one.
Ultimately, I'm going to have to exchange this Vapor-X cooling one for the older model. 24c difference in temp at idle is obscene, and doesn't lend itself to inspiring confidence that this thing isn't going to melt down to slag sometime soon (or cause hard locks, reboots, game instabilities, etc.)
| Model | 100267L |
| Interface | PCI Express 2.0 x16 |
| Chipset Manufacturer | ATI |
| GPU | Radeon HD 4870 |
| Memory Size | 1GB |
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what can i say?
- Pros: GREAT CARD !!!!!
wow everything is just suddenly running smooth as hell
at mirrors edge i probably get more than 70 frames per second
all max 4xAA
its idling and under load (load = mirrors edge , haven't got crysis yet) at 60C idle , 63C max at load LOL :D
but its not really load.... i still have a 17" monitor
getting a 23" soon thats why i bought this card
- Cons: none
- Other Thoughts: its one of those cards you'd never think of running in crossfire
because one of it is more than enough!
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so...
BUY IT , BUY IT NOW XD
(i didn't get it from newegg)
- Pros: I am very pleased with this card. It runs extremely quietly and extremely cool while playing every game I throw at it. Crysis and FarCry 2 have given me no problems, and Source games run like a dream. Under load, it reaches something like 50° C. Great performance for the price, and the cooling system is amazing.
- Cons: Nothing I can think of.
- Other Thoughts: Win7
4 GB DDR3 1333
AMD Phenom II X4 955
Nice overclocker!
- Pros: First off, I purchased this card as a replacement for an MSI 4870 card rather than buying an aftermarket cooler to reduce heat and reduce noise. This card is silent in 2D mode and nearly silent while the fan is running at full speed playing Crysis. I have the card overclocked to 790 core and 1050 memory and it runs smooth as could be.
- Cons: My greatest qualm with ATI cards is the catalyst drivers! Recently, upgrading to catalyst 9.9 drivers, my computer started to blue screen!!!! Horrible feeling, and after downclocking the card to default speeds, same problem. After uninstalling and running games, no such problem. Re-installed drivers and catalyst, BAM, same problem. 9.8 drivers work fine, so get them, but remember that sometimes it is the drivers, not the card.
- Other Thoughts: Get this card.
| Model |
| Brand |
SAPPHIRE |
| Model |
Vapor-X |
| Interface |
| Interface |
PCI Express 2.0 x16 |
| Chipset |
| Chipset Manufacturer |
ATI |
| GPU |
Radeon HD 4870 |
| Core Clock |
750MHz |
| Memory |
| Effective Memory Clock |
900 MHz, 3.6Gbps |
| Memory Size |
1GB |
| Memory Interface |
256-bit |
| Memory Type |
GDDR5 |
| 3D API |
| DirectX |
DirectX 10.1 |
| Ports |
| D-SUB |
1 x D-SUB |
| DVI |
1 x DVI |
| General |
| RoHS Compliant |
Yes |
| CrossFireX Support |
Yes |
| Cooler |
With Fan |
| System Requirements |
500 Watt or greater power supply with two 75W 6-pin PCI Express power connectors recommended (600 Watt and four 6-pin connectors for ATI CrossFireX technology in dual mode) |
| Power Connector |
2 x 6 Pin |
| HDCP Ready |
Yes |
| Manufacturer Warranty |
| Parts |
2 years limited |
| Labor |
2 years limited |
Introduction
Sapphire brings the power of graphics ‘supercomputing’ to enthusiasts with their Vapor-X Radeon HD 4870 card. Built on Sapphire's original Vapor Chamber Technology, this card will bring the benefits of Vapor-X cooling - quieter and more efficient cooling - to a wider range of users. A new distinctive cooler design makes the Vapor-X Series stand out in looks as well as performance.
The Sapphire Vapor-X Radeon HD 4870 card has 1GB of high-performance GDDR5 memory, clocked at 900MHz (3.6Gbps effective) and the GPU core is clocked at 750MHz. Supporting AMD CrossFireX technology, two high-speed connectors on each card allow two or more cards to be used together for enhanced performance when installed in a CrossFireX compatible motherboard.
The Radeon HD 4870 incorporates the latest ATI Avivo HD Technology for enhanced Video display, and features a second generation built-in UVD (Unified Video decoder) for the hardware accelerated decoding of Blu-ray and HD DVD content for VC-1, H.264 and MPEG-2 codecs, considerably reducing CPU load. The card’s HDMI connector supports multi-channel audio formats (up to 7.1) and combines audio and video output on a single cable for direct connection to an HDMI ready display. Support for DirectX10.1 ensures the optimal performance and application compatibility with all DirectX10.1 applications and enables stunning 3D graphics and shading effects in the latest DirectX10.1 games.
Highlights
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TeraScale Graphics Engine
The new TeraScale engine combines over one teraFLOPs of graphics horse power, 800 stream processors and next generation GDDR5 memory, so you can enjoy the high resolutions and seamless frame rates previously only available with dual-card systems.
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Full Microsoft DirectX 10.1 Support
The DirectX 10.1 GPU with full Shader Model 4.1 support delivers unparalleled levels of graphics realism and film-quality effects.
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Enhanced Anti-Aliasing and Anisotropic Filtering
Enhanced anti-aliasing (AA) and anisotropic filtering (AF) smooth jagged edges and create striking graphics with unparalleled realism so you can max out the settings of the most demanding next-generation games.
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PCI Express 2.0 Interface
The PCI Express 2.0 x16 interface delivers an ultra-high data rate of up to 16 GB/s, and is backward compatible with PCI Express x16 (PCI-E 1.0), so you can upgrade the graphics of your existing system with the Sapphire Vapor-X Radeon HD 4870.
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ATI Avivo HD
Integrated into ATI's next-generation ATI Radeon HD graphics processors, ATI Avivo HD is AMD's new reference for advanced HD image processing, delivering flawless smooth HD video playback with hardware-based Unified Video Decoding (UVD) capability. ATI Avivo HD also introduces a new era in PC to CE connectivity with built-in HDMI and 5.1 surround audio, which enables a truly easy, one-cable connection to your big-screen TV or home theatre receiver.
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ATI CrossFireX
ATi CrossFireX is the ultimate multi-GPU performance gaming platform, enabling two or more discrete graphics processors to work together for boosted system performance and a breakthrough gaming experience.
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Quick Specs
| Brand | SAPPHIRE |
| Chipset Manufacturer | ATI |
| GPU | Radeon HD 4870 |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 |
| Memory Size | 1GB |
| Effective Memory Clock | 900MHz |
| Memory Interface | 256-bit |
| DirectX | DirectX 10.1 |
| CrossFireX Support | Yes |
| HDCP Ready | Yes |
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Reviewed By: Mike on 7/24/2009
Tech Level: high - Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
