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AMD Radeon HD 6850 1 GB reference
Barts Pro / Northern Islands, 2010. This entry identifies one model or reference configuration; related products and OEM variants are distinguished below.
MODEL / VARIANT: HD 6850 differs from HD 6870 (1120 stream processors) and partner models with changed clocks/coolers. Distinguish from 2 GB versions.
Recorded specifications
| Cataloged product | AMD Radeon HD 6850 1 GB reference |
|---|---|
| Generation / core | Barts Pro / Northern Islands, 2010 |
| Core & memory | Barts Pro; 960 stream processors; 1 GB GDDR5 on 256-bit bus; 775 MHz core / 1000 MHz memory clock; 127 W typical board power. |
| Host interface & I/O | PCI Express 2.1 x16; reference board one 6-pin PCIe power connector; dual DVI, HDMI and two Mini DisplayPort outputs. |
| Variant boundary | HD 6850 differs from HD 6870 (1120 stream processors) and partner models with changed clocks/coolers. Distinguish from 2 GB versions. |
| Archival identification | Record full part number, PCB or module revision, BIOS/firmware, device/subsystem IDs, driver version, adapters, physical condition and source-document edition. |
Compatibility, service & archival notes
Reference 1 GB Barts Pro specification; board partner variants change outputs and cooling.
Inspect blower/fan, 6-pin socket and ports; preserve exact VBIOS and driver. Check case fit, PSU lead and supported legacy OS.
- Check signaling, slot keying, lane width, power pinout, board/module dimensions, case clearance, airflow and PSU requirements for the exact specimen.
- Use drivers supporting its device ID and target OS. Preserve original installer and firmware copies, and record their versions before changes.
- Do not energize boards with corrosion, cracks, damaged connectors, obstructed cooling or suspected shorts; document condition before bench testing.
Manufacturer, model & standards sources
- Radeon HD 6000 series model listingModel/product-history reference; compare the exact card revision and nameplate.
- AMD/ATI legacy product and driver archiveManufacturer or archived product/driver documentation; exact OEM board details may differ.
- PCI Express interface standardHost interface reference; confirm exact physical and electrical compatibility.
- F2F Tech — AMD Radeon HD 6850 2017 Review - Still Got Game?Independent video review; treat as supplementary context, not primary manufacturer documentation.
Reference specifications do not supersede the board vendor's manual or nameplate. Performance figures are vendor claims unless explicitly identified as measured.