GRID M10-0B
VS
HD Graphics 520

GRID M10-0B vs HD Graphics 520

GRID M10-0B

2016Core: 1033 MHzBoost: 1306 MHz
VS

HD Graphics 520

2015Core: 300 MHzBoost: 900 MHz

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.

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 GRID M10-0B is positioned at rank 403 and the HD Graphics 520 is on rank 389, so the HD Graphics 520 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GRID M10-0B

#388
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
67150%
#403
GRID M10-0B
MSRP: $4000|Avg: $1000
100%
#404
Quadro FX 4600
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $50
91%
#406
GRID K340
MSRP: $3299|Avg: $57
91%
#407
Quadro FX 5600
MSRP: $2999|Avg: $50
82%
#409
Quadro FX 3500
MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599
77%
#410
Quadro FX 1400
MSRP: $799|Avg: $30
73%
#411
GRID K1
MSRP: $4140|Avg: $120
73%
#413
GRID P4-1Q
MSRP: $5890|Avg: $185
55%
#414
GRID RTX6000-2Q
MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1500
45%
#417
GRID M60-0B
MSRP: $19900|Avg: $19900
41%
#418
Quadro FX 5500
MSRP: $2999|Avg: $30
36%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar HD Graphics 520

#379
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
1261%
#381
1143%
#382
1140%
#386
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
1037%
#387
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
1030%
#389
HD Graphics 520
MSRP: $100|Avg: $35
100%
#390
Radeon HD 8600/8700M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30
100%
#391
Radeon R9 M395X
MSRP: $600|Avg: $150
99%
#393
Radeon R9 M485X
MSRP: $450|Avg: $150
98%
#394
Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual
MSRP: $150|Avg: $100
98%
#395
Radeon HD 6650A
MSRP: $100|Avg: $50
97%
#396
GeForce 920A
MSRP: $100|Avg: $15
96%
#397
GeForce 930A
MSRP: $150|Avg: $20
96%
#398
Mobility Radeon HD 4650
MSRP: $49|Avg: $15
95%
#400
Radeon R9 M290X
MSRP: $400|Avg: $60
93%
#401
Radeon HD 7670
MSRP: $100|Avg: $25
93%
#402
Radeon HD 8550G + 8750M Dual
MSRP: $100|Avg: $100
92%
#403
Iris Pro Graphics 5200
MSRP: $150|Avg: $40
91%
#404
Mobility Radeon HD 5000
MSRP: $99|Avg: $20
91%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID M10-0B is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (512 MB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the HD Graphics 520.

InsightGRID M10-0BHD Graphics 520
Performance
Leading raw performance (+1.2%)
Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 9.0 (2015−2016))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

The HD Graphics 520 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the HD Graphics 520 holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $1,000), it costs 97% less, resulting in a 2724.3% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightGRID M10-0BHD Graphics 520
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+2724.3%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,000)
More affordable ($35)

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 GRID M10-0B and HD Graphics 520

NVIDIA

GRID M10-0B

The GRID M10-0B is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1033 MHz to 1306 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 871 points.

Intel

HD Graphics 520

The HD Graphics 520 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 1 2015. It features the Generation 9.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 900 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm+ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 861 points.

Graphics Performance

The GRID M10-0B scores 871 and the HD Graphics 520 reaches 861 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M10-0B is built on Maxwell while the HD Graphics 520 uses Generation 9.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm+. Shader units: 640 (GRID M10-0B) vs 192 (HD Graphics 520). Raw compute: 1.672 TFLOPS (GRID M10-0B) vs 0.3456 TFLOPS (HD Graphics 520). Boost clocks: 1306 MHz vs 900 MHz.

FeatureGRID M10-0BHD Graphics 520
G3D Mark Score
871+1%
861
Architecture
Maxwell
Generation 9.0
Process Node
28 nm
14 nm+
Shading Units
640+233%
192
Compute (TFLOPS)
1.672 TFLOPS+384%
0.3456 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1306 MHz+45%
900 MHz
ROPs
16+433%
3
TMUs
40+67%
24

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGRID M10-0BHD Graphics 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
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GRID M10-0B comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the HD Graphics 520 has 0 MB. The GRID M10-0B offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.

FeatureGRID M10-0BHD Graphics 520
VRAM Capacity
0.5 GB
Shared System RAM
Memory Type
GDDR5
Shared
Bus Width
64-bit
System
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The GRID M10-0B draws 225W versus the HD Graphics 520's 15W — a 175% difference. The HD Graphics 520 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M10-0B) vs 1W (HD Graphics 520). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.

FeatureGRID M10-0BHD Graphics 520
TDP
225W
15W-93%
Recommended PSU
350W
1W-100%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
Integrated
Perf/Watt
3.9
57.4+1372%
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Value Analysis

The GRID M10-0B launched at $4000 MSRP and currently averages $1000, while the HD Graphics 520 launched at $100 and now averages $35. The HD Graphics 520 costs 96.5% less ($965 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.9 (GRID M10-0B) vs 24.6 (HD Graphics 520) — the HD Graphics 520 offers 2633.3% better value. The GRID M10-0B is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2015).

FeatureGRID M10-0BHD Graphics 520
MSRP
$4000
$100-98%
Avg Price (30d)
$1000
$35-97%
Performance per Dollar
0.9
24.6+2633%
Codename
GM107
Skylake GT2
Release
May 18 2016
September 1 2015
Ranking
#622
#929