Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual vs GeForce 8800 GTX

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 HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual is positioned at rank 551 and the GeForce 8800 GTX is on rank 698, so the Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual 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 Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual

#540

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

2991%

#542

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

2711%

#543

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

2704%

#547

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

2459%

#548

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

2442%

#550

Radeon HD 7600G + HD 8670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

100%

#551

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $72

100%

#552

Radeon R5 M255

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

100%

#553

Mobility Radeon HD 530v

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

98%

#554

Mobility Radeon HD 565v

MSRP: $99|Avg: $20

98%

#555

Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8570M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

97%

#557

Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

95%

#558

Radeon HD 8690A

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

94%

#559

Radeon HD 7600G + HD 7550M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

93%

#560

Radeon HD 7620G + HD 8670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

93%

#561

Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8750M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

93%

#562

GeForce 9200

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

93%

#563

Radeon R7 M265DX

MSRP: $149|Avg: $40

92%

#564

Radeon R9 M375

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce 8800 GTX

#688

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

11674%

#690

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

10583%

#691

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

10555%

#695

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

9598%

#696

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

9532%

#698

GeForce 8800 GTX

MSRP: $599|Avg: $50

100%

#699

GeForce 8600 GTS

MSRP: $199|Avg: $35

100%

#700

GeForce 8800 GTS

MSRP: $449|Avg: $50

98%

#701

Mobility Radeon HD 3450

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

98%

#702

GeForce 8600M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

96%

#703

GeForce 7650 GS

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

96%

#704

Mobility Radeon X1400

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

95%

#705

GeForce 8600 GT

MSRP: $159|Avg: $15

95%

#706

GeForce 7900 GT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

92%

#707

GeForce 6150SE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $5

89%

#708

Mobility Radeon X1300

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

88%

#709

Mobility Radeon X1350

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

88%

#710

MOBILITY RADEON 9600/9700

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

86%

#711

GeForce 7900 GTX

MSRP: $499|Avg: $40

84%

#712

GeForce 6800 GS

MSRP: $249|Avg: $40

83%

#713

GeForce 6150

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

78%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce 8800 GTX is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (768 MB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual.

Insight	Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual	GeForce 8800 GTX
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+50%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce 8800 GTX offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 8800 GTX holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $72), it costs 31% less, resulting in a 46.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual	GeForce 8800 GTX
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+46.9%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($72)	✅More affordable ($50)

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.

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual Benchmark Check

GeForce 8800 GTX Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual and GeForce 8800 GTX

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual

The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 825 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 545 points.

GeForce 8800 GTX

The GeForce 8800 GTX is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 15 2008. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 500 MHz. It has 224 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 556 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual scores 545 and the GeForce 8800 GTX reaches 556 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 640 (Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual) vs 224 (GeForce 8800 GTX).

Feature	Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual	GeForce 8800 GTX
G3D Mark Score	545	556+2%
Process Node	28 nm	65 nm
Shading Units	640+186%	224

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual	GeForce 8800 GTX
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 8800 GTX has 768 MB. The GeForce 8800 GTX offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual	GeForce 8800 GTX
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.75 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual draws 50W versus the GeForce 8800 GTX's 150W — a 100% difference. The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual) vs 350W (GeForce 8800 GTX). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual	GeForce 8800 GTX
TDP	50W-67%	150W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	—	267mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	—	2
Temp (Load)	—	85
Perf/Watt	10.9+195%	3.7

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Value Analysis

The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $72, while the GeForce 8800 GTX launched at $599 and now averages $50. The GeForce 8800 GTX costs 30.6% less ($22 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 7.6 (Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual) vs 11.1 (GeForce 8800 GTX) — the GeForce 8800 GTX offers 46.1% better value. The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7400M Dual is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).