Quadro M520 vs Radeon R7 450
Quadro M520
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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. The Quadro M520 is positioned at rank #145 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro M520
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro M520 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R7 450.
| Insight | Quadro M520 | Radeon R7 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.4%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon R7 450 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R7 450 holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $50), it costs 30% less, resulting in a 40.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro M520 | Radeon R7 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+40.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) | ✅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 Quadro M520 and Radeon R7 450
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.
Radeon R7 450
The Radeon R7 450 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in July 6 2016. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,887 points.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro M520 scores 1,913 and the Radeon R7 450 reaches 1,887 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro M520 is built on Maxwell while the Radeon R7 450 uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 384 (Quadro M520) vs 512 (Radeon R7 450). Raw compute: 0.7995 TFLOPS (Quadro M520) vs 0.8192 TFLOPS (Radeon R7 450).
| Feature | Quadro M520 | Radeon R7 450 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,913+1% | 1,887 |
| Architecture | Maxwell | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 512+33% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.7995 TFLOPS | 0.8192 TFLOPS+2% |
| ROPs | 8 | 16+100% |
| TMUs | 16 | 32+100% |
| L1 Cache | 128 KB | 128 KB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 0.25 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro M520 | Radeon R7 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (Quadro M520) vs 0.25 MB (Radeon R7 450) — the Quadro M520 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro M520 | Radeon R7 450 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 0.25 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro M520 draws 25W versus the Radeon R7 450's 55W — a 75% difference. The Quadro M520 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro M520) vs 250W (Radeon R7 450). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None.
| Feature | Quadro M520 | Radeon R7 450 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 25W-55% | 55W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 250W-29% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Perf/Watt | 76.5+123% | 34.3 |
Value Analysis
The Quadro M520 launched at $200 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Radeon R7 450 launched at $219 and now averages $35. The Radeon R7 450 costs 30% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 38.3 (Quadro M520) vs 53.9 (Radeon R7 450) — the Radeon R7 450 offers 40.7% better value. The Quadro M520 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2016).
| Feature | Quadro M520 | Radeon R7 450 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $200-9% | $219 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $35-30% |
| Performance per Dollar | 38.3 | 53.9+41% |
| Codename | GM108 | Cape Verde |
| Release | January 11 2017 | July 6 2016 |
| Ranking | #695 | #667 |
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