Radeon R7E vs Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual
Radeon R7E
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual
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 1.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R7E.
| Insight | Radeon R7E | Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑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 | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 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 $49), it costs 39% less, resulting in a 66.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon R7E | Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+66.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($49) | ✅More affordable ($30) |
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 R7E and Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual
Radeon R7E
The Radeon R7E is manufactured by AMD. It was released in December 20 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 565 points. Launch price was $109.
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.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon R7E scores 565 and the Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual reaches 575 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 512 (Radeon R7E) vs 640 (Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual).
| Feature | Radeon R7E | Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 565 | 575+2% |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 512 | 640+25% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon R7E | Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Radeon R7E | Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon R7E draws 55W versus the Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual's 50W — a 9.5% difference. The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R7E) vs 350W (Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual). Power connectors: None vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Radeon R7E | Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 55W | 50W-9% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 1mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 10.3 | 11.5+12% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon R7E launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual launched at $150 and now averages $30. The Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual costs 38.8% less ($19 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 11.5 (Radeon R7E) vs 19.2 (Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual) — the Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual offers 67% better value.
| Feature | Radeon R7E | Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $49 | $30-39% |
| Performance per Dollar | 11.5 | 19.2+67% |
| Codename | Cape Verde | — |
| Release | December 20 2013 | August 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #738 | #863 |
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