GeForce 800A vs Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual
GeForce 800A
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Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual
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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 800A is positioned at rank 504 and the Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual is on rank 658, so the GeForce 800A offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 800A
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 800A.
| Insight | GeForce 800A | Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 800A offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 800A holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $50), it costs 40% less, resulting in a 62.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 800A | Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+62.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) |
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 800A and Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual
GeForce 800A
The GeForce 800A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 22 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1082 MHz to 1150 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 435 points.
Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual
The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 825 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 447 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 800A scores 435 and the Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual reaches 447 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 256 (GeForce 800A) vs 640 (Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual).
| Feature | GeForce 800A | Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 435 | 447+3% |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 256 | 640+150% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 800A | Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 800A | Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 800A draws 33W versus the Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual's 50W — a 41% difference. The GeForce 800A is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 800A) vs 350W (Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual). Power connectors: Legacy vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | GeForce 800A | Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 33W-34% | 50W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 13.2+48% | 8.9 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 800A launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual launched at $250 and now averages $50. The GeForce 800A costs 40% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 14.5 (GeForce 800A) vs 8.9 (Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual) — the GeForce 800A offers 62.9% better value. The GeForce 800A is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2013).
| Feature | GeForce 800A | Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-60% | $250 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-40% | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | 14.5+63% | 8.9 |
| Codename | GM108 | — |
| Release | July 22 2014 | August 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #832 | #863 |
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