All stock codes associated to this product
R7870HAWK
R7870 Hawk
Core/Memory
- 1100MHz Core
- 2048MB GDDR5 4800MHz Memory
Video Output Function
- Dual-link DVI-I x 1
- Mini DisplayPort x 2
- HDMI x 1
Overview
Key Features
Unlocked Digital Power
Unlocked BIOS: One click to unlock all protections for extreme overclocking
Digital PWM Controller: More stable and precise voltage by digital signal
Enhanced Power Design: More power output for maximum OC potential
GPU Reactor
An add-on device on the back of R7870 Hawk (Behind GPU) for the overclocking stability
Provide 5x higher power capacity and eliminate 20% power noise (ripple)

Xtreme Thermal
Dust Removal technology on Twin Frozr IV keeps dust out for the best thermal condition
Dual Form-in-one Heatsinks provide better heat dissipation and strengthen the structure
Military Class III Components
Meet MIL-STD-810G standard to ensure the best stability and quality.
Adopt CopperMOS, Hi-c CAP, Golden SSC, and Dark Solid CAP
Video Output Function
- Dual-link DVI-I x 1
- HDMI x 1
- Mini DisplayPortx 2
Bundle MSI developed driver and utilities
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MSI Live Update Series(Live Graphics Card BIOS & Live Graphics Card Driver)
Automatically online download & update Graphics Card BIOS & Drivers, reduce the risk of getting the wrong files, and never have the trouble on web site searching.
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MSI Graphics Card Driver
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MSI StarOSD
StarOSD can monitor system information, adjust monitor figuration, and overclock system.
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MSI Dual Core Center
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MSI Live
MSI Live including all real time life information you need, such as Live MSI Product News, Live Daily Information, Live Personal Schedule Manager, Live Search and more.
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Microsoft DirectX
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Norton Internet Security 2008 60 days Trial
-Blocks online identity theft by phishing Web sites
-Detects and eliminates spyware
-Removes viruses and Internet worms automatically
-Protects against hackers
Features:
Afterburner
Afterburner co-development by MSI and Rivatuner, MSI releases the ultimate graphics card utility Afterburner. This utility enables all MSI graphics cards users to boost performance and to monitor all kinds of critical information in real-time. Afterburner is a completely free utility which is compatible with almost all MSI graphics cards.
MSI Solid Capacitor Graphic Cards
MSI Solid Capacitor Graphic Card MSI Graphics Card products utilities high quality solid capacitor. For the gamers and high-end users, this feature not only means that product has better quality components within, but also provide much stronger support while users want to engage in hard-core tuning.
HDMI + DVI Output
HDMI + DVI Output HDMI and DVI are the most comprehensive used interfaces for high definition video display. MSI adopts two interfaces to provide a complete output solution for users to enjoy the latest HD video such as blu-ray movie.
HDMI Support
MSI graphics cards offer the HDMI functionality to provide access to premium digital content. HDMI enables gaming enthusiasts to seamlessly connect to their LCD monitor to bring the ultimate multimedia experience. (Only 1 single HDMI cable is required while streaming audio/video data to flat-panel display devices, such as Plasma/LCD TVs, or projector.)
DirectX 11
The first fully Microsoft DirectX® 11-compatible GPUs in their class, the ATI Radeon™ HD 5000/HD 6000/HD 7000 Series are designed to deliver unbelievable HD gaming performance for the latest games and DirectX® 11 applications so you can dominate the competition.
Blu-ray and HD DVD Support
Both support the latest specifications of Blu-ray and HD DVD(High Definition DVD). It comes with the latest GPU and Memory superior processing performance in which users can easily enjoy the high-definition video of 1920x1080(1080p/i).
Meet RoHS regulations
MSI products are the first to be in conformity of the EU’s RoHS(Restriction of Hazardous Substances) regulations, reducing heavy metals and toxic materials in the products. This is an effort made for the Earth, and essentially for a clean future.
HDCP Support
The HDCP provides a robust, cost-effective and transparent method for transmitting and receiving digital entertainment similar to DVI/HDMI-compliant digital displays. HDCP encrypts the date transmitted between the DVI/HDMI connector on the graphics adapter and the display.
Live Update 5
MSI Live Update 5 is a single utility software that automatically checks BIOS, driver and utility updates and installs for you , which can save your time for searching and lower the risk while updating.
HDMI convertible output
Dual-link DVI convertible output supports Video/Audio signal integration through DVI to HDMI interface, which drivers resolution of a digital display up to 1920x1200 or higher.
Specifications:
| Graphics Engine |
ATI Radeon HD 7870 |
| Interface |
PCI Express x16 3.0 |
| Memory Type |
GDDR5 |
| Memory Size(MB) |
2048 |
| Memory Interface |
256 bits |
| Core Clock Speed(MHz) |
1100 |
| Memory Clock Speed(MHz) |
4800 |
| Memory Bandwidth(GB/sec) |
N/A |
| Texture Fill Rate(billion/sec) |
N/A |
| DVI Output |
1 |
| D-SUB Output |
N/A |
| HDMI-Output |
1 |
| Mini HDMI-Output |
N/A |
| DisplayPort |
N/A |
| Mini DisplayPort |
2 |
| TV-Output |
N/A |
| VIVO(Video-in/out) |
N/A |
| HDTV Support |
N/A |
| HDCP Support |
Y |
| HDMI Support |
Y |
| Dual-link DVI |
Y |
| Display Output (Max Resolution) |
2560x1600 |
| RAMDACs |
400 |
| DirectX Version Support |
11 |
| OpenGL Version Support |
4.2 |
| CrossFire Support |
Y |
| SLI Support |
N/A |
| 3-way SLI |
N/A |
| HyperMemory Tech. |
N/A |
| TurboCache tech. |
N/A |
| Card Dimension(mm) |
277 x 120 x 40.5mm |
| Weight |
N/A |