Radeon R5 M430 vs Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual

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 M430 is positioned at rank 431 and the Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual is on rank 506, so the Radeon R5 M430 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 R5 M430

#420

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1655%

#422

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1500%

#423

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1496%

#427

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1361%

#428

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1351%

#430

Mobility Radeon HD 5570

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

100%

#431

Radeon R5 M430

MSRP: $99|Avg: $20

100%

#432

GeForce 810A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

100%

#433

GeForce GT 520MX

MSRP: $45|Avg: $10

99%

#434

Radeon R5 330

MSRP: $81|Avg: $45

98%

#436

Radeon HD 8450G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

97%

#437

Radeon R3

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

96%

#438

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

95%

#440

Radeon HD 8550G + 8600M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

94%

#442

Radeon R9 M360

MSRP: $300|Avg: $81

92%

#443

Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

92%

#444

Radeon R9 M365X

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

90%

#445

GeForce 7800 GS

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual

#496

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

2502%

#498

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

2268%

#499

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

2262%

#503

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

2057%

#504

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

2043%

#506

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

#507

Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

99%

#508

Radeon R7 M460

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

99%

#509

Mobility Radeon HD 3870

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

98%

#510

GeForce 9800 S

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

98%

#511

Radeon HD 8650G + HD 7670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

97%

#512

Radeon HD 8650G + 8670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

97%

#513

Radeon HD 7660D

MSRP: $122|Avg: $15

97%

#514

Radeon HD 8510G + HD 8500M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

97%

#515

Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

96%

#516

Mobility Radeon HD 5870 Crossfire

MSRP: $800|Avg: $150

95%

#517

GeForce 8200

MSRP: $40|Avg: $5

94%

#518

Mobility Radeon HD 545v

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

94%

#519

GeForce 9500M G

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

94%

#520

Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

93%

#521

Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $35

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R5 M430.

Insight	Radeon R5 M430	Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon R5 M430 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R5 M430 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $150), it costs 87% less, resulting in a 647.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon R5 M430	Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+647.7%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($20)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)

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 R5 M430 Benchmark Check

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon R5 M430 and Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual

Radeon R5 M430

The Radeon R5 M430 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 15 2016. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 780 MHz to 1030 MHz. It has 320 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 649 points.

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual

The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M 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: 651 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon R5 M430 scores 649 and the Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual reaches 651 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 320 (Radeon R5 M430) vs 640 (Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual).

Feature	Radeon R5 M430	Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual
G3D Mark Score	649	651
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	320	640+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon R5 M430	Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M 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 R5 M430	Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M 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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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11_1 (Radeon R5 M430) vs 11_1 (Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 0.

Feature	Radeon R5 M430	Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual
DirectX	11_1	11_1
Max Displays	2	0

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Media & Encoding

Decoder: UVD 6.3 vs UVD 3.

Feature	Radeon R5 M430	Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual
Encoder	—	UVD 3
Decoder	UVD 6.3	UVD 3
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC	—

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R5 M430 draws 75W versus the Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual's 50W — a 40% difference. The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R5 M430) vs 350W (Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual). Power connectors: Mobile vs 1x 6-pin.

Feature	Radeon R5 M430	Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual
TDP	75W	50W-33%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	Mobile	1x 6-pin
Length	—	1mm
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	8.7	13.0+49%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon R5 M430 launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual launched at $150 and now averages $150. The Radeon R5 M430 costs 86.7% less ($130 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 32.5 (Radeon R5 M430) vs 4.3 (Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual) — the Radeon R5 M430 offers 655.8% better value. The Radeon R5 M430 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2013).