HD Graphics 520 vs FirePro 3D V4800
HD Graphics 520
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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.
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 HD Graphics 520 is positioned at rank 389 and the FirePro 3D V4800 is on rank 227, so the FirePro 3D V4800 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar HD Graphics 520
Performance Per Dollar FirePro 3D V4800
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The HD Graphics 520 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FirePro 3D V4800 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | HD Graphics 520 | FirePro 3D V4800 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 9.0 (2015−2016)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro 3D V4800 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro 3D V4800 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $35), it costs 43% less, resulting in a 73.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | HD Graphics 520 | FirePro 3D V4800 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+73.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($35) | ✅More affordable ($20) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of HD Graphics 520 and FirePro 3D V4800
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.
FirePro 3D V4800
The FirePro 3D V4800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 26 2010. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 690 MHz. It has 800 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 74W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 854 points. Launch price was $479.
Graphics Performance
The HD Graphics 520 scores 861 and the FirePro 3D V4800 reaches 854 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The HD Graphics 520 is built on Generation 9.0 while the FirePro 3D V4800 uses TeraScale 2, both on 14 nm+ vs 40 nm. Shader units: 192 (HD Graphics 520) vs 800 (FirePro 3D V4800). Raw compute: 0.3456 TFLOPS (HD Graphics 520) vs 1.104 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V4800).
| Feature | HD Graphics 520 | FirePro 3D V4800 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 861 | 854 |
| Architecture | Generation 9.0 | TeraScale 2 |
| Process Node | 14 nm+ | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 192 | 800+317% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.3456 TFLOPS | 1.104 TFLOPS+219% |
| ROPs | 3 | 16+433% |
| TMUs | 24 | 40+67% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | HD Graphics 520 | FirePro 3D V4800 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 HD Graphics 520 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the FirePro 3D V4800 has 1 GB. The FirePro 3D V4800 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.
| Feature | HD Graphics 520 | FirePro 3D V4800 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 1 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | System | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The HD Graphics 520 draws 15W versus the FirePro 3D V4800's 74W — a 132.6% difference. The HD Graphics 520 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (HD Graphics 520) vs 350W (FirePro 3D V4800). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | HD Graphics 520 | FirePro 3D V4800 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 15W-80% | 74W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 168mm |
| Height | — | 69mm |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 57.4+399% | 11.5 |
Value Analysis
The HD Graphics 520 launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $35, while the FirePro 3D V4800 launched at $189 and now averages $20. The FirePro 3D V4800 costs 42.9% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 24.6 (HD Graphics 520) vs 42.7 (FirePro 3D V4800) — the FirePro 3D V4800 offers 73.6% better value. The HD Graphics 520 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2010).
| Feature | HD Graphics 520 | FirePro 3D V4800 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-47% | $189 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $35 | $20-43% |
| Performance per Dollar | 24.6 | 42.7+74% |
| Codename | Skylake GT2 | Juniper |
| Release | September 1 2015 | April 26 2010 |
| Ranking | #929 | #780 |
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