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For those that have recently purchased a Radeon HD 6790 graphics card, we have a basic step-by-step guide on how to overclock it to achieve 6850 like performance. Those wanting the maximum bang for their buck are most likely interested in overclocking this new graphics card and we are going to show you how...
AMD released the Radeon HD 6790 on the 4th April at $149 US, adding to an already crammed sub-$200 US lineup. There are now over half a dozen Radeon HD 6000 series graphics cards retailing for $200 US or less, which includes the 6870, 6850, 6790, 6770, 6750, 6570 and 6450.
With the Radeon HD 6850 priced at $170 US and then the 6790 at $150, while the 6770 costs just $120, it’s difficult to select the right graphics card. Given how close the Radeon HD 6850 and 6790 are in price, we recommend that readers dig a little deeper and spring for the slightly more expensive 6850. However, if you have already arrived on the Radeon HD 6790, we can help you squeeze a little more value out of this graphics card and in the process achieve 6850-like performance in most games. Not only are we going to show you how to overclock your new Radeon HD 6790 graphics card, but we are also going to provide you with benchmark results in a number of popular games. |
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tiger |
Posted on: 05/11/2011 07:03 PM
Thanks for the informative test! There are still some great sub 200 products. Just one remark on the testing methodology - using Crysis 2 as a benchmark game is like using a toyota prius to benchmark a race track. |
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ProX |
Posted on: 05/12/2011 12:17 AM
@ tiger - Why is that? Crysis 2 is less demanding that the first. Mid-range cards play it with ease as proven in this review. Anyway good stuff as always  |