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AMD Radeon HD 6450

AMD Radeon HD 6450

Graphics Processor

Caicos

Cores

160

TMUs

8

ROPs

4

About the AMD Radeon HD 6450

The AMD Radeon HD 6450 utilizes AMD's RDNA technology to deliver high-performance computing capabilities. With 512 MB of memory size, 160 cores, 64 bit bus width, this graphics card is engineered for demanding applications.

Performance benchmarks show the AMD Radeon HD 6450 competing effectively against both higher-end and mainstream alternatives. The graphics processor, graphics card, clock speeds, memory, render config, theoretical performance, board design, graphics features features enhance overall system efficiency and reliability.

Key specifications include Caicos graphics processor, 160 cores, 8 tmus and more. The AMD Radeon HD 6450 is designed to meet the needs of users requiring robust graphics performance for modern applications and workloads.

Technical Specifications

Graphics Processor

Caicos

Cores

160

TMUs

8

ROPs

4

Memory Size

512 MB

Memory Type

GDDR3

Bus Width

64 bit

Detailed Information

Graphics Processor

GPU NameCaicos
GPU VariantCaicos PRO
ArchitectureTeraScale 2
FoundryTSMC
Process Size40 nm
Transistors370 million
Density5.5M / mm²
Die Size67 mm²
Chip PackageFCBGA-631

Graphics Card

Release DateApr 7th, 2011
GenerationNorthern Islands(HD 6400)
PredecessorEvergreen
SuccessorSouthern Islands
ProductionEnd-of-life
Launch Price55 USD
Bus InterfacePCIe 2.0 x16
Reviews14 in our database

Clock Speeds

GPU Clock625 MHz
Memory Clock500 MHz1000 Mbps effective

Memory

Memory Size512 MB
Memory TypeGDDR3
Memory Bus64 bit
Bandwidth8.000 GB/s

Render Config

Shading Units160
TMUs8
ROPs4
Compute Units2
L1 Cache8 KB (per CU)
L2 Cache128 KB

Theoretical Performance

Pixel Rate2.500 GPixel/s
Texture Rate5.000 GTexel/s
FP32 (float)200.0 GFLOPS

Board Design

Slot WidthSingle-slot
Length168 mm6.6 inches
TDP18 W
Suggested PSU200 W
Outputs1x DVI1x HDMI 1.3a1x VGA
Power ConnectorsNone
Board Number109-C26037-00A

Graphics Features

DirectX11.2 (11_0)
OpenGL4.4
OpenCL1.2
VulkanN/A
Shader Model5.0

Performance Comparison

Relative Performance Benchmarks

GeForce RTX 509019177%
GeForce RTX 409014627%
GeForce RTX 508012638%
GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER11283%
GeForce RTX 408011188%
Radeon RX 7900 XTX11181%
GeForce RTX 5070 Ti11020%
Radeon RX 9070 XT10530%
Radeon RX 7900 XT9628%
GeForce RTX 3090 Ti9452%
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER9443%
Radeon RX 90709433%
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti8643%
GeForce RTX 50708557%
GeForce RTX 30908431%
GeForce RTX 3080 Ti8320%
GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER8053%
Radeon RX 7900 GRE7930%
Radeon RX 6950 XT7800%
GeForce RTX 40707692%
Radeon RX 6900 XT7616%
GeForce RTX 30807494%
Radeon RX 7800 XT7472%
Radeon RX 6800 XT7208%
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16 GB6691%
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB6650%
Radeon RX 7700 XT6552%
Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB6351%
GeForce RTX 3070 Ti6340%
Radeon RX 68006127%
Radeon RX 9060 XT 8 GB5995%
GeForce RTX 30705931%
GeForce RTX 2080 Ti5881%
GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB5855%
GeForce RTX 50605764%
Radeon RX 6750 XT5624%
GeForce RTX 3060 Ti5192%
Radeon RX 6700 XT5099%
GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER4738%
Radeon RX 7600 XT4697%
GeForce RTX 40604683%
Arc B5804675%
GeForce RTX 50504555%
GeForce RTX 20804519%
Radeon RX 6650 XT4420%
Radeon RX 76004414%
GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER4201%
GeForce GTX 1080 Ti4157%
Arc A7704152%
GeForce RTX 3060 12 GB4002%
Radeon RX 6600 XT3944%
Radeon VII3933%
Arc A7503855%
Radeon RX 5700 XT3768%
GeForce RTX 20703713%
Radeon RX 66003546%
Arc A5803445%
GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER3440%
Radeon RX Vega 643293%
GeForce RTX 20603188%
Radeon RX 57003172%
GeForce GTX 10803113%
GeForce GTX 1070 Ti3054%
Radeon RX 5600 XT3026%
Radeon RX Vega 562875%
GeForce GTX 10702771%
GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER2624%
GeForce GTX 1660 Ti2621%
GeForce GTX 980 Ti2483%
GeForce RTX 3050 8 GB2470%
Radeon R9 FURY X2442%
GeForce GTX 16602414%
Radeon RX 5902280%
Radeon R9 FURY2222%
GeForce GTX 9802194%
GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER2173%
Radeon RX 6500 XT2145%
Radeon RX 5500 XT2127%
Radeon RX 5802111%
GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB2057%
Radeon R9 390X2028%
GeForce GTX 6902003%
Radeon RX 4801986%
Radeon HD 79901977%
GeForce GTX 780 Ti1941%
GeForce GTX 9701890%
Radeon R9 290X1885%
Radeon R9 3901855%
Radeon RX 5701832%
Radeon R9 2901739%
Radeon RX 4701715%
GeForce GTX 16501614%
Radeon RX 64001582%
Arc A3801561%
GeForce GTX 7801558%
Radeon HD 7970 GHz Edition1407%
GeForce GTX 5901406%
Radeon R9 280X1386%
Radeon HD 69901354%
GeForce GTX 1050 Ti1289%
GeForce GTX 6801260%
Radeon R9 3801247%
Radeon HD 79701247%
GeForce GTX 7701244%
Radeon R9 2851235%
GeForce GTX 9601197%
GeForce GTX 6701166%
Radeon HD 59701054%
GeForce GTX 16301053%
Radeon HD 79501034%
GeForce GTX 10501032%
GeForce GTX 7601024%
GeForce GTX 5801023%
GeForce GTX 660 Ti1019%
Radeon R9 270X1006%
Radeon HD 7870 GHz Edition983%
GeForce GTX 950974%
Radeon RX 560917%
GeForce GTX 570902%
GeForce GTX 660900%
Radeon RX 460896%
Radeon R7 370896%
Radeon HD 6970865%
GeForce GTX 480827%
Radeon HD 7850813%
GeForce GTX 295797%
Radeon HD 6950770%
GeForce GTX 750 Ti767%
Radeon HD 4870 X2753%
GeForce GTX 560 Ti749%
Radeon HD 5870726%
Radeon HD 6870681%
GeForce GTX 470657%
GeForce GTX 650 Ti629%
Radeon HD 5850617%
GeForce GTX 285576%
Radeon HD 6850565%
GeForce GTX 280528%
Radeon HD 7770 GHz Edition527%
GeForce GTX 275525%
GeForce GT 1030521%
GeForce GTX 460512%
Radeon HD 4890494%
Radeon HD 6790485%
Radeon HD 5830461%
GeForce GTX 650436%
GeForce GTX 550 Ti433%
Radeon HD 4870427%
GeForce GTX 260422%
Radeon HD 5770415%
Radeon HD 7750411%
Radeon HD 5750360%
GeForce GTS 450348%
GeForce GTS 250338%
Radeon HD 4850330%
Radeon HD 4770314%
Radeon HD 4830294%
Radeon HD 6670285%
GeForce 9800 GT274%
GeForce GT 640265%
Radeon HD 5670247%
GeForce 9600 GT232%
GeForce GT 240202%
GeForce GT 440198%
Radeon HD 4670188%
Radeon HD 5570173%
GeForce GT 430171%
GeForce GT 220131%
GeForce GT 520106%
Radeon HD 6450Current GPU100%
Radeon HD 545085%
Radeon HD 455066%
GeForce 9400 GT54%
GeForce 21042%
Radeon HD 6450Current GPU100%
Radeon HD 6450Current GPU100%

Frequently Asked Questions About the AMD Radeon HD 6450

Common Questions About This Graphics Card

The AMD Radeon HD 6450 features 512 MB of GDDR3 graphics memory. This 512 MB VRAM capacity provides ample memory for modern gaming and professional applications, allowing for high-resolution textures and smooth performance in demanding workloads. The generous memory allocation ensures excellent performance in memory-intensive tasks like 4K gaming, video editing, and 3D rendering.

The AMD Radeon HD 6450 is equipped with 160 cores, delivering powerful parallel processing capabilities. These cores handle complex graphics computations, enabling smooth gameplay, fast rendering, and efficient multitasking across various applications.

The AMD Radeon HD 6450 utilizes a 64 bit memory interface, which determines the data transfer rate between the GPU and its memory. This 64 bit bus width, combined with GDDR3, ensures fast memory access and excellent performance in memory-intensive applications.

The AMD Radeon HD 6450 is built on AMD's TeraScale 2 architecture. This architecture represents a significant advancement in graphics processing technology, offering improved performance per watt, enhanced features, and better support for modern gaming technologies and APIs.

The AMD Radeon HD 6450 has a Thermal Design Power (TDP) of 18 W, which indicates its typical power consumption under load. This power requirement means you'll need a compatible power supply unit with adequate wattage and the necessary PCIe power connectors to run this graphics card effectively.

The AMD Radeon HD 6450 delivers strong gaming performance suitable for modern titles at various resolutions. Performance benchmarks show it competing effectively in its class. With 512 MB and 160, this graphics card can handle AAA games at 1080p and 1440p resolutions with high settings, while also supporting 4K gaming at adjusted quality settings depending on the title.

To use the AMD Radeon HD 6450, you'll need a compatible motherboard with a PCIe x16 slot (PCIe 3.0 or 4.0), a power supply unit with sufficient wattage (recommended 18 W TDP or higher), and adequate case space for the graphics card. The AMD Radeon HD 6450 is compatible with modern operating systems including Windows 10/11 and Linux distributions with proper drivers. Ensure your system meets the minimum requirements for optimal performance.

The AMD Radeon HD 6450 is an excellent choice for gaming, content creation, and general graphics workloads. With 512 MB and 160, it's well-suited for AMD FidelityFX features, video editing, 3D rendering, and multitasking. Whether you're building a gaming rig or a professional workstation, the AMD Radeon HD 6450 offers the performance needed for demanding applications.

The AMD Radeon HD 6450 performs comparably to graphics cards like GeForce GT 520. Performance benchmarks indicate that GeForce GT 520 is approximately 6% faster when compared to the AMD Radeon HD 6450. For detailed side-by-side specifications and performance comparisons, use our comparison tools available on this page.

The AMD Radeon HD 6450 is fully supported by AMD's latest driver suite (AMD Adrenalin drivers), which are regularly updated to optimize performance for new game releases and improve stability. AMD provides comprehensive driver support with features like automatic updates, game optimizations, and performance monitoring tools to help you get the most out of your AMD Radeon HD 6450 graphics card.

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