Best card to replace HD7870

purp13m0nk3y

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Hello all.

Long time prowler, but decided to join to become part of the community.

I just had one of my HD7870s die. I have looked for a replacement but they seem to be 'discontinued' everywhere I look.

What are my options as far as purchasing something to fill the gap in my xfire setup? Will the current equivalent (a R9 270/270x if my understanding of AMD's new branding is correct?) work with my existing 7870?

I'm quite happy with my current rig and hadn't planed on upgrading/rebuilding for about 12months.
 
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An R9 270X will work and is best to crossfire with 7870, as the R9 270X is an overclocked 7870 and the 270 is an underpowered 7870. If you get the R9 270X, overclock your other 7870 to match performance for best performance.

purp13m0nk3y

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Thanks for the reply guys. Much appreciated.

Think I'll look around for the R9 cards suggested.

@Warsam71 - Will a higher spec card also work in mixed xfire?

@Mouldread - Here in Australia I'm having a lot of trouble finding a 7870 at a reasonable price. I can find them, but at obscene prices!