XFX Radeon 6870 finally went out, need a recommendation for replacement

Primal_Mojo · Sep 4, 2016

So I built my entire system years ago before GW2 came out, and last weekend, my video card took a dump. Everything else is fine, and I don't have the funds to replace or upgrade anything else, I just need to replace my video card. Unfortunately, as I'm sure y'all know, they don't sell the XFX Radeon 6870 DD anymore, but after 4+ years, I should be able to find something as good or better for a decent price, shouldn't I? This is what I had, and it worked great.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814150521#close

Could anyone recommend a comparable card that would work as good or better for as little as possible out of pocket? I just need something that will plug right in and pick up where my old trusty XFX 6870 left off.

Thanks!

Deleted member 362816 · Sep 4, 2016

Please let us know your budget and your current setup so people can help you make a decision.

Primal_Mojo · Sep 4, 2016

I hope I can remember everything you need to know what fits my build, like I said, I built it years ago, and haven't needed to update anything, so I didn't worry much about it. In 4+ years though, lots has changed in the way of components! Let me know if you need more than this:

ASUS M4A88T-M MoBo
AMD Phenom II X4 960T 3.00 GHz Processor
8GB DDR3 RAM
Running Windows 10 64 bit OS

Not positive (can't get the power supply out of the tower to check the label), but I seem to recall it's a 400 or 450 watt Rosewill.

Keep in mind, I'm not a hardcore gamer, just lots of MMORPGs and internet usage, watching movies, videos, etc. I'm certainly not looking for top of the line with this build - it's older, and I know that. Budget is preferably under $100.

If there's any other info you need, let me know. Thanks!

Deleted member 362816 · Sep 4, 2016

6870 is a pretty decent card. For your budget finding a good replacement is going to be tough. I would recommend a r7 360 or 460

http://www.superbiiz.com/detail.php?name=XFX-3602DF&c=CJ

Primal_Mojo · Sep 4, 2016

Yeah, I know it was a good one, that's why I was so bummed it went out. And of course nobody has any new old stock anywhere... *sigh*.

Newegg recommended this one for me - what do you think?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814131532&cm_re=R9_270X-_-14-131-532-_-Product

magneezo · Sep 4, 2016

XFX R7 370 Redline @ 1050 from BB is very close. A 70 series card based on the R9 270x, this particular card is just That. Not the new chip, and if you crossfire you must use this same card. However, it is updated to run DX12
$109
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/xfx-amd-radeon-r7-370-2gb-gddr5-pci-express-3-0-graphics-card-black-gray/8278108.p?id=1219690434764&skuId=8278108
This card also resemles the 6870

Primal_Mojo · Sep 4, 2016

magneezo :

Cool, that's the same one another tech from Newegg just recommended for me. Personally I don't know anything about PowerColor, so I'd prefer to go with XFX.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814150736&cm_re=r7_360-_-14-150-736-_-Product

Maybe if I'm lucky, my local Best Buy will have it in stock.

magneezo · Sep 4, 2016

http://gpuboss.com/gpus/Radeon-R7-370-vs-Radeon-HD-6870
Heres a comparison.
I had to order my R7 370 but it was free shipping and at my door in 2 days
Edit:
Nothing wrong with PowerColor, they've been around for years and that looks like a Great deal too

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