Radeon R5 M320 vs Quadro K500M
Radeon R5 M320
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Quadro K500M
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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 R5 M320 is positioned at rank 578 and the Quadro K500M is on rank 221, so the Quadro K500M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R5 M320
Performance Per Dollar Quadro K500M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro K500M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.1% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R5 M320.
| Insight | Radeon R5 M320 | Quadro K500M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN (2012−2015)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+700%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Quadro K500M remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 R5 M320 and Quadro K500M
Radeon R5 M320
The Radeon R5 M320 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 9 2015. It features the GCN architecture. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 475 points.
Quadro K500M
The Quadro K500M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 771 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 480 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon R5 M320 scores 475 and the Quadro K500M reaches 480 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R5 M320 is built on GCN while the Quadro K500M uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,024 (Radeon R5 M320) vs 1,536 (Quadro K500M).
| Feature | Radeon R5 M320 | Quadro K500M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 475 | 480+1% |
| Architecture | GCN | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1024 | 1536+50% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon R5 M320 | Quadro K500M |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The Radeon R5 M320 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Quadro K500M has 4 GB. The Quadro K500M offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon R5 M320 | Quadro K500M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 4 GB+700% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon R5 M320 draws 75W versus the Quadro K500M's 100W — a 28.6% difference. The Radeon R5 M320 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R5 M320) vs 350W (Quadro K500M). Power connectors: Mobile vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Radeon R5 M320 | Quadro K500M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W-25% | 100W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Mobile | PCIe-powered |
| Perf/Watt | 6.3+31% | 4.8 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon R5 M320 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).
| Feature | Radeon R5 M320 | Quadro K500M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | — |
| Codename | Pitcairn | GK104 |
| Release | June 9 2015 | July 23 2013 |
| Ranking | #522 | #562 |
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