GeForce GT 530 vs Radeon R8 M535DX
GeForce GT 530
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Radeon R8 M535DX
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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 GT 530 is positioned at rank 189 and the Radeon R8 M535DX is on rank 498, so the GeForce GT 530 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 530
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R8 M535DX
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R8 M535DX is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GT 530 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GT 530 | Radeon R8 M535DX |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN (2012−2015)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GT 530 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 530 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $150), it costs 87% less, resulting in a 641% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GT 530 | Radeon R8 M535DX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+641%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($20) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) |
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 GT 530 and Radeon R8 M535DX
GeForce GT 530
The GeForce GT 530 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: 662 points. Launch price was $159.
Radeon R8 M535DX
The Radeon R8 M535DX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 4 2014. It features the GCN architecture. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 670 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 530 scores 662 and the Radeon R8 M535DX reaches 670 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 530 is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Radeon R8 M535DX uses GCN, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 768 (GeForce GT 530) vs 896 (Radeon R8 M535DX).
| Feature | GeForce GT 530 | Radeon R8 M535DX |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 662 | 670+1% |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | GCN |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 768 | 896+17% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 530 | Radeon R8 M535DX |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The GeForce GT 530 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon R8 M535DX has 512 MB. The GeForce GT 530 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GT 530 | Radeon R8 M535DX |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB+300% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 530 draws 90W versus the Radeon R8 M535DX's 30W — a 100% difference. The Radeon R8 M535DX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 250W (GeForce GT 530) vs 350W (Radeon R8 M535DX). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce GT 530 | Radeon R8 M535DX |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 90W | 30W-67% |
| Recommended PSU | 250W-29% | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 145mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 70°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 7.4 | 22.3+201% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 530 launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the Radeon R8 M535DX launched at $150 and now averages $150. The GeForce GT 530 costs 86.7% less ($130 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 33.1 (GeForce GT 530) vs 4.5 (Radeon R8 M535DX) — the GeForce GT 530 offers 635.6% better value. The GeForce GT 530 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2014).
| Feature | GeForce GT 530 | Radeon R8 M535DX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-33% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-87% | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 33.1+636% | 4.5 |
| Codename | GM206 | — |
| Release | August 20 2015 | June 4 2014 |
| Ranking | #425 | #800 |
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