- 1GB 256-Bit GDDR5
- Core Clock 950MHz
- 2 x DVI 1 x HDMI 1 x DisplayPort
- 1600 Stream Processors
- PCI Express 2.1 x16
Mixed results
05/21/2010
This review is from: PowerColor PCS++ Radeon HD 5870 (Cypress XT) 1GB GDDR5 PCI Express 2.1 x16 CrossFireX Support Video Card w/ Eyefinity AX5870 1GBD5-P2DHG
Pros:
5870 is a good card. I liked the performance increase. I was surprised things worked as well as they did, as I have not had recent good experiences with the red team. I used the latest drivers from ATI, 10.4.
Cons:
This O/Ced card really is not stable at 950. I had to drop the clock down 925 before it was stable in Mass Effect. I did have it somewhat stable at 950, but it required RT (cannot use the full name in this review as it is blocked by newegg) and the fan running at 80%-100%. The extra noise wasn't worth it for me. With RT, the Core IO memory was the hottest section. With the fan at 80%-100%, this area would hit 64C, and if it went to 66C, then the problems would happen. I asked powercolor a question by email, and they have not responded. So I suspect getting any support at all would be impossible.
Overall Review:
With the clock adjusted to 925, the core IO memory peaked at 70C, and core GPU temp was in mid-60C range. This is with the stock fan profile, not RT. Runs very quiet. I think since it runs stable at the higher temp but lower clock rate that this card is not built for a 950 clock. Your mileage may vary. Overall, I am happy as long as it continues to run stable. I don't mind the lower clock.
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