Quadro M520 vs Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3
Quadro M520
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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 Quadro M520 is positioned at rank 145 and the Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 is on rank 572, so the Quadro M520 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro M520
Performance Per Dollar Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 uses modern memory architecture. The Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro M520 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro M520 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Quadro M520 | Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy) |
| 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 Quadro M520 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $50 versus $300 for the Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3, it costs 83% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 489.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro M520 | Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+489.5%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($50) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($300) |
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 Quadro M520 and Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3
Quadro M520
The Quadro M520 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 11 2017. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1041 MHz to 1019 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,913 points.
Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3
The Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,947 points.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro M520 scores 1,913 and the Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 reaches 1,947 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.
| Feature | Quadro M520 | Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,913 | 1,947+2% |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 7 nm |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro M520 | Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Quadro M520 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 has 0 MB. The Quadro M520 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.
| Feature | Quadro M520 | Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro M520 draws 25W versus the Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3's 7W — a 112.5% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro M520) vs 1W (Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.
| Feature | Quadro M520 | Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 25W | 7W-72% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Integrated |
| Perf/Watt | 76.5 | 278.1+264% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro M520 launched at $200 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 launched at $599 and now averages $300. The Quadro M520 costs 83.3% less ($250 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 38.3 (Quadro M520) vs 6.5 (Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3) — the Quadro M520 offers 489.2% better value. The Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2017).
| Feature | Quadro M520 | Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $200-67% | $599 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-83% | $300 |
| Performance per Dollar | 38.3+489% | 6.5 |
| Codename | GM108 | — |
| Release | January 11 2017 | December 6 2018 |
| Ranking | #695 | #915 |
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