Quadro M520 vs Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

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 X1-45 GPU is on rank 635, so the Quadro M520 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 Quadro M520

#70

Radeon PRO W6800

MSRP: $2249|Avg: $2249

94%

#72

Quadro P4200

MSRP: $1200|Avg: $110

90%

#130

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

1544%

#145

Quadro M520

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

100%

#146

Radeon Sky 500

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

99%

#147

Quadro M5000

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

98%

#148

Radeon Pro WX 4100

MSRP: $399|Avg: $85

96%

#149

Quadro P4000 (móvel)

MSRP: $819|Avg: $290

96%

#151

FirePro M40003

MSRP: $150|Avg: $72

95%

#152

Radeon Pro 465

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

95%

#154

Tesla P4

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $190

94%

#155

Radeon Pro WX 4150

MSRP: $300|Avg: $120

92%

#158

Quadro M2200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $70

90%

#159

Quadro M4000

MSRP: $791|Avg: $350

88%

#160

FirePro W4100

MSRP: $183|Avg: $183

85%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

#625

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

5170%

#627

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

4687%

#628

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

4674%

#632

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

4250%

#633

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

4221%

#635

Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

MSRP: $899|Avg: $400

100%

#636

GeForce 8400M G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

100%

#637

GeForce 8400M GS

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

99%

#638

Mobility Radeon HD 2400 XT

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

99%

#639

GeForce 9100

MSRP: $40|Avg: $5

98%

#640

GeForce 9600M GT

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

97%

#641

GeForce 8300

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

97%

#642

Mobility Radeon HD 3430

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

95%

#643

Mobility Radeon HD serie 4200

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

94%

#644

GeForce 9300GE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

93%

#645

GeForce 9500 GS

MSRP: $110|Avg: $10

93%

#646

Mobility Radeon HD 3470 Hybrid X2

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

91%

#647

Mobility Radeon HD 4270

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

90%

#648

GeForce 8500 GT

MSRP: $89|Avg: $15

90%

#649

GeForce 9500 GT

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

90%

#650

Mobility Radeon X1600

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU uses modern memory architecture. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU 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 Quadro M520 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.4% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (2 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU.

Insight	Quadro M520	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.4%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%)
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 $400 for the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU, it costs 88% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 711.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro M520	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+711.5%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($50)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($400)

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.

Quadro M520 Benchmark Check

Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro M520 and Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

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 X1-45 GPU

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU 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: 1,886 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Quadro M520 scores 1,913 and the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU reaches 1,886 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.

Feature	Quadro M520	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
G3D Mark Score	1,913+1%	1,886
Process Node	28 nm	7 nm

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro M520	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
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 Quadro M520 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU has 0 MB. The Quadro M520 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	Quadro M520	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro M520 draws 25W versus the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU's 7W — a 112.5% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro M520) vs 1W (Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.

Feature	Quadro M520	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
TDP	25W	7W-72%
Recommended PSU	350W	1W-100%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Integrated
Perf/Watt	76.5	269.4+252%

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Value Analysis

The Quadro M520 launched at $200 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU launched at $899 and now averages $400. The Quadro M520 costs 87.5% less ($350 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 38.3 (Quadro M520) vs 4.7 (Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU) — the Quadro M520 offers 714.9% better value. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2017).