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GeForce 240M GT
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GeForce GT 520
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About G3D Mark
G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GeForce 240M GT is positioned at rank 575 and the GeForce GT 520 is on rank 214, so the GeForce GT 520 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 240M GT
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 520
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 520 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (2 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 240M GT.
| Insight | GeForce 240M GT | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 240M GT offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 240M GT holds the technical lead. Priced at $5 (vs $15), it costs 67% less, resulting in a 197.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 240M GT | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+197.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($5) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($15) |
Performance Check
Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.
Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 240M GT and GeForce GT 520
GeForce 240M GT
The GeForce 240M GT is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1072 MHz to 1176 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 320 points.
GeForce GT 520
The GeForce GT 520 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 20 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1024 MHz to 1188 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 90W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 323 points. Launch price was $159.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 240M GT scores 320 and the GeForce GT 520 reaches 323 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 240M GT is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GT 520 uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 384 (GeForce 240M GT) vs 768 (GeForce GT 520). Raw compute: 0.9032 TFLOPS (GeForce 240M GT) vs 1.825 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 520). Boost clocks: 1176 MHz vs 1188 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce 240M GT | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 320 | 323 |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 768+100% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.9032 TFLOPS | 1.825 TFLOPS+102% |
| Boost Clock | 1176 MHz | 1188 MHz+1% |
| ROPs | 8 | 32+300% |
| TMUs | 24 | 48+100% |
| L1 Cache | 192 KB | 288 KB+50% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 1 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 240M GT | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce 240M GT comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 520 has 2 GB. The GeForce GT 520 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 240M GT | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 2 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 1 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.1 (GeForce 240M GT) vs 11.0 (GeForce GT 520). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.1. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 240M GT | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.1 | 11.0+9% |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.1+24% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce 240M GT) vs No (GeForce GT 520). Decoder: PureVideo VP4 vs PureVideo HD VP4. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 (GeForce 240M GT) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GT 520).
| Feature | GeForce 240M GT | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | No |
| Decoder | PureVideo VP4 | PureVideo HD VP4 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 240M GT draws 33W versus the GeForce GT 520's 90W — a 92.7% difference. The GeForce 240M GT is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 240M GT) vs 250W (GeForce GT 520). Power connectors: Legacy vs None. Card length: 0mm vs 145mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 65°C.
| Feature | GeForce 240M GT | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 33W-63% | 90W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 250W-29% |
| Power Connector | Legacy | None |
| Length | 0mm | 145mm |
| Height | 0mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 65°C-19% |
| Perf/Watt | 9.7+169% | 3.6 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 240M GT launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $5, while the GeForce GT 520 launched at $59 and now averages $15. The GeForce 240M GT costs 66.7% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 64.0 (GeForce 240M GT) vs 21.5 (GeForce GT 520) — the GeForce 240M GT offers 197.7% better value.
| Feature | GeForce 240M GT | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100 | $59-41% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $5-67% | $15 |
| Performance per Dollar | 64.0+198% | 21.5 |
| Codename | GM108 | GM206 |
| Release | March 13 2015 | August 20 2015 |
| Ranking | #847 | #425 |
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