Radeon 520 vs Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual
Radeon 520
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Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Radeon 520 is positioned at rank 112 and the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual is on rank 411, so the Radeon 520 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon 520
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon 520 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual.
| Insight | Radeon 520 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual holds the technical lead. Priced at $25 (vs $78), it costs 68% less, resulting in a 209.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon 520 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+209.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($78) | ✅More affordable ($25) |
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 Radeon 520 and Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual
Radeon 520
The Radeon 520 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 20 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1100 MHz to 1183 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 874 points. Launch price was $79.
Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual
The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 775 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 868 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon 520 scores 874 and the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual reaches 868 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 512 (Radeon 520) vs 768 (Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual).
| Feature | Radeon 520 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 874 | 868 |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 512 | 768+50% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon 520 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Radeon 520 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon 520 draws 50W versus the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual's 50W — a 0% difference. The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 250W (Radeon 520) vs 350W (Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual). Power connectors: None vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Radeon 520 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W | 50W |
| Recommended PSU | 250W-29% | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | 1x 6-pin |
| Perf/Watt | 17.5 | 17.4 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon 520 launched at $78 MSRP and currently averages $78, while the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual launched at $120 and now averages $25. The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual costs 67.9% less ($53 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 11.2 (Radeon 520) vs 34.7 (Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual) — the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual offers 209.8% better value. The Radeon 520 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2013).
| Feature | Radeon 520 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $78-35% | $120 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $78 | $25-68% |
| Performance per Dollar | 11.2 | 34.7+210% |
| Codename | Lexa | — |
| Release | April 20 2017 | August 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #668 | #881 |
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