AMD Radeon HD 8770 OEM
AMD graphics card specifications and benchmark scores
At a Glance
AMDAMD Radeon HD 8770 OEM Specifications
Radeon HD 8770 OEM GPU Core
Shader units and compute resources
The AMD Radeon HD 8770 OEM GPU core specifications define its raw processing power for graphics and compute workloads. Shading units (also called CUDA cores, stream processors, or execution units depending on manufacturer) handle the parallel calculations required for rendering. TMUs (Texture Mapping Units) process texture data, while ROPs (Render Output Units) handle final pixel output. Higher shader counts generally translate to better GPU benchmark performance, especially in demanding games and 3D applications.
HD 8770 OEM Clock Speeds
GPU and memory frequencies
Clock speeds directly impact the Radeon HD 8770 OEM's performance in GPU benchmarks and real-world gaming. The base clock represents the minimum guaranteed frequency, while the boost clock indicates peak performance under optimal thermal conditions. Memory clock speed affects texture loading and frame buffer operations. The Radeon HD 8770 OEM by AMD dynamically adjusts frequencies based on workload, temperature, and power limits to maximize performance while maintaining stability.
AMD's Radeon HD 8770 OEM Memory
VRAM capacity and bandwidth
VRAM (Video RAM) is dedicated memory for storing textures, frame buffers, and shader data. The Radeon HD 8770 OEM's memory capacity determines how well it handles high-resolution textures and multiple displays. Memory bandwidth, measured in GB/s, affects how quickly data moves between the GPU and VRAM. Higher bandwidth improves performance in memory-intensive scenarios like 4K gaming. The memory bus width and type (GDDR6, GDDR6X, HBM) significantly influence overall GPU benchmark scores.
Radeon HD 8770 OEM by AMD Cache
On-chip cache hierarchy
On-chip cache provides ultra-fast data access for the HD 8770 OEM, reducing the need to fetch data from slower VRAM. L1 and L2 caches store frequently accessed data close to the compute units. AMD's Infinity Cache (L3) dramatically increases effective bandwidth, improving GPU benchmark performance without requiring wider memory buses. Larger cache sizes help maintain high frame rates in memory-bound scenarios and reduce power consumption by minimizing VRAM accesses.
HD 8770 OEM Theoretical Performance
Compute and fill rates
Theoretical performance metrics provide a baseline for comparing the AMD Radeon HD 8770 OEM against other graphics cards. FP32 (single-precision) performance, measured in TFLOPS, indicates compute capability for gaming and general GPU workloads. FP64 (double-precision) matters for scientific computing. Pixel and texture fill rates determine how quickly the GPU can render complex scenes. While real-world GPU benchmark results depend on many factors, these specifications help predict relative performance levels.
GCN 2.0 Architecture & Process
Manufacturing and design details
The AMD Radeon HD 8770 OEM is built on AMD's GCN 2.0 architecture, which defines how the GPU processes graphics and compute workloads. The manufacturing process node affects power efficiency, thermal characteristics, and maximum clock speeds. Smaller process nodes pack more transistors into the same die area, enabling higher performance per watt. Understanding the architecture helps predict how the HD 8770 OEM will perform in GPU benchmarks compared to previous generations.
AMD's Radeon HD 8770 OEM Power & Thermal
TDP and power requirements
Power specifications for the AMD Radeon HD 8770 OEM determine PSU requirements and thermal management needs. TDP (Thermal Design Power) indicates the heat output under typical loads, guiding cooler selection. Power connector requirements ensure adequate power delivery for stable operation during demanding GPU benchmarks. The suggested PSU wattage accounts for the entire system, not just the graphics card. Efficient power delivery enables the Radeon HD 8770 OEM to maintain boost clocks without throttling.
Radeon HD 8770 OEM by AMD Physical & Connectivity
Dimensions and outputs
Physical dimensions of the AMD Radeon HD 8770 OEM are critical for case compatibility. Card length, height, and slot width determine whether it fits in your chassis. The PCIe interface version affects bandwidth for communication with the CPU. Display outputs define monitor connectivity options, with modern cards supporting multiple high-resolution displays simultaneously. Verify these specifications against your case and motherboard before purchasing to ensure a proper fit.
AMD API Support
Graphics and compute APIs
API support determines which games and applications can fully utilize the AMD Radeon HD 8770 OEM. DirectX 12 Ultimate enables advanced features like ray tracing and variable rate shading. Vulkan provides cross-platform graphics capabilities with low-level hardware access. OpenGL remains important for professional applications and older games. CUDA (NVIDIA) and OpenCL enable GPU compute for video editing, 3D rendering, and scientific applications. Higher API versions unlock newer graphical features in GPU benchmarks and games.
Radeon HD 8770 OEM Product Information
Release and pricing details
The AMD Radeon HD 8770 OEM is manufactured by AMD as part of their graphics card lineup. Release date and launch pricing provide context for comparing GPU benchmark results with competing products from the same era. Understanding the product lifecycle helps evaluate whether the Radeon HD 8770 OEM by AMD represents good value at current market prices. Predecessor and successor information aids in tracking generational improvements and planning future upgrades.
Radeon HD 8770 OEM Benchmark Scores
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About AMD Radeon HD 8770 OEM
The AMD Radeon HD 8770 OEM is a compact, dual-slot graphics card built on the 28 nm GCN 2.0 architecture, featuring the Bonaire chip. It sits in the mid-range of the database’s performance distribution, holding a 50th percentile position among all GPUs, which indicates it delivers a balanced, if not class-leading, experience at its intended market segment. With its 1.882 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and a 96.00 GB/s memory bandwidth, this card is designed for 1080p gaming at modest settings rather than high-refresh or high-resolution workloads.
Who Should Consider It
The HD 8770 OEM is a card for the practical builder targeting 1080p resolution. Benchmark results indicate it is best suited for esports titles and older AAA games where its 1.882 TFLOPS of compute power is sufficient to maintain playable frame rates. At 1080p, the 16 ROPs and 56 TMUs provide a balanced pixel and texture throughput, allowing for smooth performance in less demanding scenarios. Users who prioritize competitive gaming over visual fidelity will find this card adequate for medium to high presets in games like Counter-Strike or League of Legends, where the 16.80 GPixel/s pixel rate prevents bottlenecks.
However, for 1440p or 4K gaming, the data suggests this card is not a suitable choice. The 1024 MB VRAM capacity is a severe limitation at higher resolutions, as modern textures and larger frame buffers will quickly exhaust the available memory. While the 96.00 GB/s bandwidth is respectable for its class, it is insufficient to feed the GPU at higher pixel counts, leading to stuttering and texture pop-in. The 50th percentile ranking confirms this is a mainstream card, not an enthusiast one; it is best viewed as a solution for a secondary PC, an HTPC, or a budget-oriented build where maximum settings are not the goal.
Ray Tracing and Feature Set
The HD 8770 OEM does not include dedicated ray tracing cores or tensor cores, as these hardware features were not part of the GCN 2.0 architecture. Consequently, the card offers no hardware-accelerated ray tracing support; any ray-traced effects would rely on software implementations, which is impractical given the card’s 1.882 TFLOPS of compute performance. Similarly, there is no DLSS-style upscaling capability, as that technology requires tensor cores which are absent here.
On the API front, the card is well-equipped for its era. It supports DirectX 12 (12_0), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.2.170. This feature set ensures broad compatibility with modern game engines and applications that still utilize these APIs. The DirectX 12 support is particularly notable, as it allows the card to handle feature level 12_0 workloads, though the hardware’s raw performance will limit the practical benefits. For a card from this generation, the API support is comprehensive, meaning driver-level compatibility is not a primary concern for legacy or lightly-threaded titles. The absence of RT and tensor cores, however, firmly places this card in the rasterization-only category, making it a poor choice for users interested in modern visual effects.
Memory Subsystem
The memory subsystem consists of 1024 MB of GDDR5 memory on a 128-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 96.00 GB/s. This configuration is the card’s most significant bottleneck in modern applications. The 1024 MB capacity is meager by contemporary standards; even at 1080p, several current games with high-resolution texture packs will exceed this limit, forcing the card to rely on slower system memory over the PCIe bus, which drastically reduces performance. The 128-bit bus width is narrow, and while the 6 Gbps effective memory clock helps, the overall bandwidth is insufficient for high-resolution textures or heavy post-processing effects.
For the intended 1080p use case, the memory subsystem is adequate but not future-proof. The 96.00 GB/s bandwidth allows the 56 TMUs to be fed reasonably well at lower resolutions, but any attempt to increase resolution or anti-aliasing settings will expose the memory limitations. Users should treat this card as strictly a 1080p solution and avoid loading texture packs or using resolution scaling, as the VRAM will be the first component to saturate. The 1.882 TFLOPS compute is ahead of the memory bandwidth in relative terms, meaning the card is more likely to be memory-bound than compute-bound in most gaming scenarios.
Power and Cooling
The HD 8770 OEM has a TDP of 85 W, making it an energy-efficient option that does not require a robust power supply. AMD suggests a 250 W PSU for systems using this card, which is a modest requirement and allows for installation in pre-built systems with lower-wattage power supplies. The card draws power via a single 6-pin PCIe connector, which is standard for this performance class and ensures compatibility with most power supplies released in the last decade.
Cooling is handled by a dual-slot design, which is a standard form factor that provides adequate thermal headroom for the 85 W TDP. The physical dimensions are 183 mm (7.2 inches) in length, making it compatible with almost all mid-tower and full-tower cases, as well as many smaller form-factor cases that can accommodate a dual-slot card. The low power draw means that thermals are unlikely to be an issue, even with a modest cooler, and the card should run quietly under load. For builders upgrading an older office PC or a compact system, the 250 W PSU recommendation and single 6-pin connector make installation straightforward, provided the case has enough clearance for the 183 mm length.
How It Compares
The database lists no nearest rivals for this card, which is typical for an OEM-specific model. This absence signifies that its direct competitive set is undefined within the current benchmark pool, likely due to its niche distribution channel. In the absence of direct comparisons, the 50th percentile ranking against all GPUs provides a reference point: it performs better than half of all GPUs in the database, but worse than the top half. This indicates that while it is not a high-performance part, it is also not a bottom-tier one.
Without nearestRivals data, the analysis must rely on the card’s own specifications to contextualize its performance. The 1.882 TFLOPS compute and 16.80 GPixel/s pixel rate suggest it competes with other early-to-mid-generation GCN cards, but the 1024 MB VRAM and 96.00 GB/s bandwidth are the limiting factors. In practical terms, it sits below any card with 2 GB or more VRAM in modern games, regardless of compute performance. The lack of rival data means that any comparison to specific competitor models would be speculative, so the card should be evaluated on its own merits: a low-power, entry-level 1080p solution with a solid API feature set but insufficient memory for contemporary demands.
FAQ
Q: What resolution is this card best suited for?
A: Based on the 1024 MB VRAM and 96.00 GB/s bandwidth, the card is best suited for 1080p gaming. Higher resolutions like 1440p or 4K would quickly exhaust the memory capacity, leading to poor performance.
Q: Does this card support hardware ray tracing?
A: No. The GCN 2.0 architecture does not include dedicated ray tracing cores, and the card lacks tensor cores. Ray tracing effects are not supported in hardware.
Q: What is the maximum API level supported?
A: The card supports DirectX 12 (12_0), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.2.170, providing broad compatibility with modern games and applications that use these APIs.
Q: What power supply is recommended for this card?
A: AMD suggests a 250 W PSU. The card has a TDP of 85 W and requires a single 6-pin PCIe power connector.
Q: How much VRAM does the card have, and what type?
A: It has 1024 MB (1 GB) of GDDR5 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 96.00 GB/s.
Q: What is the physical size of the card?
A: The card is 183 mm (7.2 inches) long and uses a dual-slot cooler, making it compatible with most mid-tower cases.
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