Radeon HD 8650G + 8600M Dual vs Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600...

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 8650G + 8600M Dual is positioned at rank 582 and the Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual is on rank 439, so the Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M 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 8650G + 8600M Dual

#572

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

3536%

#574

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

3206%

#575

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

3197%

#579

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

2907%

#580

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

2888%

#582

Radeon HD 8650G + 8600M Dual

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

100%

#583

Mobility Radeon HD 4570

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

100%

#584

Radeon Vega 10

MSRP: $499|Avg: $100

99%

#585

Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $35

98%

#586

Radeon R7 M440

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

98%

#588

Mobility Radeon HD 4350

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

96%

#589

GeForce 405

MSRP: $40|Avg: $5

96%

#590

Mobility Radeon HD 3670

MSRP: $79|Avg: $15

96%

#591

Mobility Radeon HD 5650

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

96%

#592

GeForce 510

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

95%

#593

Mobility Radeon HD 3650

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

93%

#595

GeForce 9300M G

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

92%

#596

GeForce 9800 GT

MSRP: $160|Avg: $20

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

#429

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1740%

#431

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1577%

#432

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1573%

#436

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1430%

#437

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1421%

#439

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

100%

#441

Radeon HD 8550G + 8600M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

99%

#443

Radeon R9 M360

MSRP: $300|Avg: $81

97%

#444

Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

96%

#445

Radeon R9 M365X

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

95%

#446

GeForce 7800 GS

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

95%

#447

Radeon HD 8650G + 7670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

94%

#448

Radeon R9 M265X

MSRP: $200|Avg: $30

94%

#449

Mobility Radeon HD 5165

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

93%

#450

Radeon R5 M435

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

92%

#451

Radeon E8860

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

90%

#452

Radeon R7 M380

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

89%

#453

GeForce 820A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

89%

#454

Radeon HD 7650A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $49

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 8650G + 8600M Dual.

Insight	Radeon HD 8650G + 8600M Dual	Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy)	🛑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 8650G + 8600M Dual offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 8650G + 8600M Dual holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $100), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 96.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon HD 8650G + 8600M Dual	Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+96.5%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($50)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100)

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 8650G + 8600M Dual Benchmark Check

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon HD 8650G + 8600M Dual and Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

Radeon HD 8650G + 8600M Dual

The Radeon HD 8650G + 8600M 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: 613 points.

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M 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: 624 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon HD 8650G + 8600M Dual scores 613 and the Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual reaches 624 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 768 (Radeon HD 8650G + 8600M Dual) vs 768 (Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual).

Feature	Radeon HD 8650G + 8600M Dual	Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual
G3D Mark Score	613	624+2%
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	768	768

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon HD 8650G + 8600M Dual	Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M 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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	Radeon HD 8650G + 8600M Dual	Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon HD 8650G + 8600M Dual draws 50W versus the Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual's 50W — a 0% difference. The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 8650G + 8600M Dual) vs 350W (Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 1x 6-pin.

Feature	Radeon HD 8650G + 8600M Dual	Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual
TDP	50W	50W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	1x 6-pin
Perf/Watt	12.3	12.5+2%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon HD 8650G + 8600M Dual launched at $200 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual launched at $100 and now averages $100. The Radeon HD 8650G + 8600M Dual costs 50% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 12.3 (Radeon HD 8650G + 8600M Dual) vs 6.2 (Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual) — the Radeon HD 8650G + 8600M Dual offers 98.4% better value.