MSI GeForce GTX 1070 DUKE 8G OC vs GIGABYTE Radeon RX 570 Gaming 4G MI. Specifications, performance, tests

This section provides a detailed comparison of the fundamental technical specifications of the graphics cards MSI GeForce GTX 1070 DUKE 8G OC and GIGABYTE Radeon RX 570 Gaming 4G MI. It includes key information such as the GPU chip architecture, the number of processing units, and other core features that directly impact the overall performance of the cards in various applications, including gaming and professional workloads.

• Based on
  NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 AMD Radeon RX 570
• GPU Chip
  GP104-200-A1 Polaris 20 XL
• Execution units
  15 32
• Shader
  1920 2048
• Render Output Units
  64 32
• Texture Units
  120 128

Here is a comparison of memory configurations MSI GeForce GTX 1070 DUKE 8G OC and GIGABYTE Radeon RX 570 Gaming 4G MI. It includes details such as the memory size, type (e.g., GDDR6, HBM2), and bandwidth, which are key factors that determine how efficiently the card handles large textures, data sets, and high-resolution tasks.Larger memory sizes are typically beneficial for demanding applications like 4K gaming and video editing.

• Memory Size
  8 GB 4 GB
• Memory Type
  GDDR5 GDDR5
• Memory Speed
  2.027 GHz 1.75 GHz
• Memory Bandwith
  259 GB/s 224 GB/s
• Memory Interface
  256 bit 256 bit

This section focuses on comparing the clock speeds of MSI GeForce GTX 1070 DUKE 8G OC and GIGABYTE Radeon RX 570 Gaming 4G MI. It includes both the base and boost clock speeds, which directly influence the performance of the GPU during intensive tasks. Faster clock speeds typically translate to higher frame rates in games and quicker processing in compute-heavy applications.

• Base Clock
  1.607 GHz+ 7 % 1.178 GHz+ 1 %
• Boost Clock
  1.797 GHz+ 7 % 1.255 GHz+ 1 %
• Avg (Game) Clock
  
• Overclocking
  Yes Yes

This section examines the thermal design of MSI GeForce GTX 1070 DUKE 8G OC and GIGABYTE Radeon RX 570 Gaming 4G MI. It includes details such as power consumption (in watts) and thermal output during regular operation and overclocking. Efficient thermal management is essential for maintaining stable performance during long gaming sessions or other demanding tasks.

• TDP
  150 W 150 W
• TDP (up)
  -- --
• Tjunction max
  -- --
• PCIe-Power
  1 x 6-Pin, 1 x 8-Pin 1 x 8-Pin

This section compares the cooling systems of MSI GeForce GTX 1070 DUKE 8G OC and GIGABYTE Radeon RX 570 Gaming 4G MI. It includes details about the types of coolers (e.g., blower or open-air) and the number and size of fans, which play a crucial role in maintaining optimal temperatures during operation.Effective cooling is essential for preventing thermal throttling and extending the longevity of the GPU.

• Fan-Type
  Axial Axial
• Cooler-Type
  Air cooling Air cooling
• Fan 1
  3 x 90 mm 2 x 90 mm
• Noise (Idle)
  0 dB / Silent --
• Fan 2
  -- --
• Noise (Load)
  -- --

This section compares the connectivity options available on MSI GeForce GTX 1070 DUKE 8G OC and GIGABYTE Radeon RX 570 Gaming 4G MI. These include the number and type of ports like HDMI, DisplayPort, and others that are essential for connecting displays and external devices.This information helps determine which card offers more versatile or modern connectivity options.

• Max. Displays
  4 4
• HDCP-Version
  2.2 2.2
• HDMI Ports
  1x HDMI v2.0b 1x HDMI v2.0b
• DP Ports
  3x DP v1.4 3x DP v1.4
• DVI Ports
  1 1
• VGA Ports
  -- --
• USB-C Ports
  -- --

This section compares the technical specifications of MSI GeForce GTX 1070 DUKE 8G OC and GIGABYTE Radeon RX 570 Gaming 4G MI. It highlights key features such as API support for DirectX, OpenGL, and Vulkan, which are crucial for running modern games and applications efficiently.These specifications ensure compatibility and optimal performance across a wide range of software environments.

• Max. resolution
  7680x4320 5120x2880
• DirectX
  12_1 12
• Raytracing
  No No
• DLSS / FSR
  No No
• LED
  MSI Mystic Light GIGABYTE RGB Fusion

This section compares the support for video codecs on MSI GeForce GTX 1070 DUKE 8G OC and GIGABYTE Radeon RX 570 Gaming 4G MI. It highlights the built-in capabilities for compressing and decompressing video formats such as H.264, H.265 (HEVC), and VP9, which are important for tasks like video editing and streaming.

• h264
  Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
• VP8
  Decode Decode
• h265 / HEVC
  Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
• VP9
  Decode Decode
• AV1
  No No

This section compares the physical dimensions of MSI GeForce GTX 1070 DUKE 8G OC and GIGABYTE Radeon RX 570 Gaming 4G MI. It includes the size, weight, and slot requirements, which are important considerations for ensuring compatibility with your PC case, especially in smaller or more compact builds.

• Length
  312 mm 232 mm
• Height
  140 mm 116 mm
• Width
  40 mm 40 mm
• Width (Slots)
  2 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots
• Weight
  1113 g --

This section provides additional information about MSI GeForce GTX 1070 DUKE 8G OC and GIGABYTE Radeon RX 570 Gaming 4G MI. It covers aspects such as release dates, interface compatibility, and other unique features that might not be covered in other sections.This helps users make a more informed decision about the suitability of each card for their specific use case.

• GPU Interface
  PCIe 3.0 x 16 PCIe 3.0 x 16
• Release date
  Q2/2016 Q4/2017
• Release price
  -- --
• Structure size
  16 nm 14 nm
• Part-no
  -- GV-RX570GAMING-4GD-MI
• Documents
  data sheet data sheet