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Radeon HD 5970

Entry-level

G3D Score: 2,290 · Estimated FPS at 1080p High · 64,126 playable games

The Radeon HD 5970 is a entry-level-tier GPU suited for 1080p gaming at low to medium settings — great for casual and older titles. Use the filters below to explore estimated FPS across the full game library.

About the Radeon HD 5970

The Radeon HD 5970 is a dual-GPU desktop graphics card from AMD, representing the brand’s entry-level tier of performance. With a G3D benchmark score of 2,290, it showcases solid capabilities for general use and casual gaming. Equipped with 2 GB of VRAM, this card is well-suited for gamers looking for a budget-friendly option without sacrificing much on quality at 1080p resolution.

When it comes to gaming performance, the Radeon HD 5970 can deliver around 60 FPS at 1080p in titles like "Doom Eternal" and "Fortnite" when settings are adjusted to medium or high. While it lacks support for advanced technologies such as DLSS or FSR, it performs decently with appropriate optimization. Gamers can expect snappy action and good frame rates in older or less graphically demanding titles, making it a practical choice for casual play.

The Radeon HD 5970 finds its niche among budget-conscious gamers who need a reliable graphics solution for 1080p gaming. Alternatives in 2026 may include newer entry-level cards from AMD and NVIDIA, which offer better performance and efficiency due to more advanced architectures. If you’re a casual gamer who values cost over cutting-edge performance, this card remains a solid option for your gaming needs.

64,126 playable games
60+ fps — Great30–59 fps — Playable<30 fps — Poor
Grand Theft Auto V
113 fps
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Grand Theft Auto V

2013

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
27 fps
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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

2015

Portal 2
119 fps
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Portal 2

2011

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
96 fps
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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

2011

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
100 fps
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Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas

2004

Red Dead Redemption 2
18 fps
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Red Dead Redemption 2

2018

Portal
108 fps
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Portal

2007

The Last of Us
14 fps
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The Last of Us

2013

God of War
18 fps
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God of War

2018

Half-Life 2
121 fps
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Half-Life 2

2004

BioShock
119 fps
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BioShock

2007

Assassin's Creed II
117 fps
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Assassin's Creed II

2009

Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
119 fps
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Grand Theft Auto: Vice City

2002

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
108 fps
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The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

2017

Half-Life
96 fps
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Half-Life

1998

Mass Effect 2
117 fps
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Mass Effect 2

2010

Uncharted 4: A Thief's End
18 fps
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Uncharted 4: A Thief's End

2016

Batman: Arkham City
100 fps
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Batman: Arkham City

2011

BioShock Infinite
104 fps
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BioShock Infinite

2013

Red Dead Redemption
18 fps
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Red Dead Redemption

2010

Batman: Arkham Asylum
119 fps
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Batman: Arkham Asylum

2009

Mass Effect
117 fps
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Mass Effect

2007

Horizon Zero Dawn
14 fps
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Horizon Zero Dawn

2017

Fallout: New Vegas
112 fps
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Fallout: New Vegas

2010

Elden Ring
12 fps
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Elden Ring

2022

Hollow Knight
167 fps
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Hollow Knight

2017

Uncharted 2: Among Thieves
90 fps
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Uncharted 2: Among Thieves

2009

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
62 fps
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The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

1998

Far Cry 3
90 fps
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Far Cry 3

2012

Marvel's Spider-Man
21 fps
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Marvel's Spider-Man

2018

Dark Souls III
23 fps
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Dark Souls III

2016

Doom
43 fps
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Doom

2016

Undertale
161 fps
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Undertale

2015

Dishonored
55 fps
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Dishonored

2012

The Last of Us Remastered
14 fps
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The Last of Us Remastered

2014

Mass Effect 3
115 fps
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Mass Effect 3

2012

The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past
62 fps
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The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past

1991

Grand Theft Auto IV
134 fps
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Grand Theft Auto IV

2008

Borderlands 2
112 fps
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Borderlands 2

2012

Life Is Strange
139 fps
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Life Is Strange

2015

Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare
119 fps
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Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare

2007

The Last of Us Part II
14 fps
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The Last of Us Part II

2020

Metal Gear Solid
23 fps
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Metal Gear Solid

1998

Stardew Valley
161 fps
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Stardew Valley

2016

Max Payne
119 fps
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Max Payne

2001

Hades
161 fps
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Hades

2020

The Walking Dead
76 fps
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The Walking Dead

2012

Final Fantasy VII
108 fps
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Final Fantasy VII

1997

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