Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual vs GeForce GT 720A
Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M 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 HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual is positioned at rank 535 and the GeForce GT 720A is on rank 314, so the GeForce GT 720A offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 720A
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual 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 GeForce GT 720A.
| Insight | Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual | GeForce GT 720A |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.4%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| 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 7520G + HD 7700M Dual offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $40), it costs 25% less, resulting in a 35.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual | GeForce GT 720A |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+35.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40) |
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 HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual and GeForce GT 720A
Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual
The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M 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: 575 points.
GeForce GT 720A
The GeForce GT 720A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 17 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 628 MHz to 657 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 567 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual scores 575 and the GeForce GT 720A reaches 567 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 640 (Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual) vs 768 (GeForce GT 720A).
| Feature | Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual | GeForce GT 720A |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 575+1% | 567 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 640 | 768+20% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual | GeForce GT 720A |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual | GeForce GT 720A |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual draws 50W versus the GeForce GT 720A's 55W — a 9.5% difference. The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual) vs 350W (GeForce GT 720A). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual | GeForce GT 720A |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W-9% | 55W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 11.5+12% | 10.3 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce GT 720A launched at $40 and now averages $40. The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual costs 25% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 19.2 (Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual) vs 14.2 (GeForce GT 720A) — the Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual offers 35.2% better value. The GeForce GT 720A is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2013).
| Feature | Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual | GeForce GT 720A |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $40-73% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-25% | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | 19.2+35% | 14.2 |
| Codename | — | GK106 |
| Release | August 1 2013 | March 17 2014 |
| Ranking | #863 | #813 |
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