GeForce GTX 765M SLI vs GRID K520

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 765M SLI

2013Core: 850 MHz

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GRID K520

2013Core: 745 MHz

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Performance Spectrum - GPU

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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, raw graphics performance, VRAM, feature set, power efficiency, pricing context, and long-term value so you can see which GPU actually makes more sense.

GeForce GTX 765M SLI

2013

Why buy it

  • Draws 130W instead of 225W, a 95W reduction.

Trade-offs

  • Very weak future-proofing: 2013-era hardware with 2 GB of VRAM is already obsolete for modern gaming and is hard to recommend today.
  • Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 1.0 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $3,599 MSRP).

GRID K520

2013

Why buy it

  • Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 1.0 vs 0 G3D/$ ($3,599 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).

Trade-offs

  • Very weak future-proofing: 2013-era hardware with 2 GB of VRAM is already obsolete for modern gaming and is hard to recommend today.
  • 73.1% higher power demand at 225W vs 130W.

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce GTX 765M SLI better than GRID K520?
Yes, but this is not really about a huge raw performance gap. The broader synthetic picture is also very close at 3,614 vs 3,516 in G3D Mark. The bigger reason to prefer GeForce GTX 765M SLI is the overall package: you are getting no meaningful modern upscaling stack, plus much lower power draw (130W vs 225W).
Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?
GeForce GTX 765M SLI is the safer long-term GPU choice because it gives you the stronger overall hardware and feature outlook for modern games.
Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?
GeForce GTX 765M SLI is the smarter buy by a wide margin. GeForce GTX 765M SLI is priced in an unclear MSRP range at an unclear MSRP versus $3,599 MSRP, and you are getting 2.8% higher G3D Mark. GRID K520 really only makes sense now as a very cheap stopgap or a used-market placeholder.
Is GRID K520 still worth buying for gaming in 2026?
No, not for a fresh gaming build. GRID K520 is 2013 hardware with 2 GB of VRAM, 3,516 in G3D Mark, and no meaningful modern upscaling stack. That is simply too far behind to be an easy modern recommendation.

Games Benchmarks

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 9800X3D 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.

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

PresetGeForce GTX 765M SLIGRID K520
1080p
low37 FPS102 FPS
medium30 FPS83 FPS
high21 FPS65 FPS
ultra13 FPS38 FPS
1440p
low29 FPS85 FPS
medium21 FPS71 FPS
high13 FPS50 FPS
ultra8 FPS28 FPS
4K
low11 FPS28 FPS
medium9 FPS26 FPS
high6 FPS17 FPS
ultra5 FPS15 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

PresetGeForce GTX 765M SLIGRID K520
1080p
low95 FPS88 FPS
medium66 FPS62 FPS
high47 FPS48 FPS
ultra31 FPS32 FPS
1440p
low52 FPS48 FPS
medium31 FPS31 FPS
high21 FPS23 FPS
ultra15 FPS17 FPS
4K
low18 FPS18 FPS
medium11 FPS12 FPS
high9 FPS9 FPS
ultra7 FPS7 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

PresetGeForce GTX 765M SLIGRID K520
1080p
low163 FPS158 FPS
medium130 FPS127 FPS
high108 FPS105 FPS
ultra81 FPS79 FPS
1440p
low122 FPS119 FPS
medium98 FPS95 FPS
high81 FPS79 FPS
ultra61 FPS59 FPS
4K
low81 FPS79 FPS
medium65 FPS63 FPS
high54 FPS53 FPS
ultra41 FPS40 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

PresetGeForce GTX 765M SLIGRID K520
1080p
low143 FPS158 FPS
medium113 FPS127 FPS
high79 FPS105 FPS
ultra50 FPS79 FPS
1440p
low83 FPS119 FPS
medium62 FPS95 FPS
high47 FPS79 FPS
ultra31 FPS59 FPS
4K
low44 FPS69 FPS
medium31 FPS54 FPS
high23 FPS44 FPS
ultra15 FPS29 FPS

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 765M SLI and GRID K520

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 765M SLI

The GeForce GTX 765M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 30 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 850 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 130W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,614 points.

NVIDIA

GRID K520

The GRID K520 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,516 points. Launch price was $3,599.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 765M SLI scores 3,614 and the GRID K520 reaches 3,516 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 765M SLI is built on Kepler while the GRID K520 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,536 (GeForce GTX 765M SLI) vs 1,536 (GRID K520).

FeatureGeForce GTX 765M SLIGRID K520
G3D Mark Score
3,614+3%
3,516
Architecture
Kepler
Kepler
Process Node
28 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
1536
1536 ×2

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The GeForce GTX 765M SLI gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The GRID K520 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

FeatureGeForce GTX 765M SLIGRID K520
Upscaling Tech
Upscaling support
Upscaling support
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
NVIDIA Reflex
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

FeatureGeForce GTX 765M SLIGRID K520
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
2 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
128-bit+100%
64-bit
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 765M SLI draws 130W versus the GRID K520's 225W — a 53.5% difference. The GeForce GTX 765M SLI is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 765M SLI) vs 350W (GRID K520). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

FeatureGeForce GTX 765M SLIGRID K520
TDP
130W-42%
225W
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
1x 6-pin
PCIe-powered
Length
267mm
Height
111mm
Slots
2
Temp (Load)
75°C
Perf/Watt
27.8+78%
15.6