GeForce RTX 4070 vs GeForce GT 520
GeForce RTX 4070
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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 GeForce RTX 4070
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 520
Performance Comparison
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⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 4070 is significantly newer (2023 vs 2015). The GeForce RTX 4070 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GT 520 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 8234.1% higher G3D Mark score and 500% more VRAM (12 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GT 520.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+8234.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-8234.1%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (304mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $550 (vs $15), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 127.3% better value per dollar than the GeForce GT 520.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+127.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($550) | ✅More affordable ($15) |
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 GeForce RTX 4070 and GeForce GT 520
GeForce RTX 4070
The GeForce RTX 4070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1920 MHz to 2475 MHz. It has 5888 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 26,919 points. Launch price was $599.
GeForce GT 520
The GeForce GT 520 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 20 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1024 MHz to 1188 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 90W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 323 points. Launch price was $159.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4070 scores 26,919 versus the GeForce GT 520's 323 — the GeForce RTX 4070 leads by 8234.1%. The GeForce RTX 4070 is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce GT 520 uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 5 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 5,888 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 768 (GeForce GT 520). Raw compute: 29.15 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 1.825 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 520). Boost clocks: 2475 MHz vs 1188 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 26,919+8234% | 323 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 5888+667% | 768 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 29.15 TFLOPS+1497% | 1.825 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2475 MHz+108% | 1188 MHz |
| ROPs | 64+100% | 32 |
| TMUs | 184+283% | 48 |
| L1 Cache | 5.8 MB+1971% | 0.28 MB |
| L2 Cache | 36 MB+3500% | 1 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The GeForce GT 520 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4070 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The GeForce GT 520 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 4070 comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 520 has 2 GB. The GeForce RTX 4070 offers 500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 192-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 36 MB (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 1 MB (GeForce GT 520) — the GeForce RTX 4070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+500% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 504 GB/s | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 192-bit+200% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 36 MB+3500% | 1 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 11.0 (GeForce GT 520). Vulkan: 1.3 vs None. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.1. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2+11% | 11.0 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | None |
| OpenGL | 4.6+12% | 4.1 |
| Max Displays | 4+100% | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 8th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce RTX 4070) vs No (GeForce GT 520). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs PureVideo HD VP4. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GT 520).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 8th Gen NVENC (2x) | No |
| Decoder | 5th Gen NVDEC | PureVideo HD VP4 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4070 draws 200W versus the GeForce GT 520's 90W — a 75.9% difference. The GeForce GT 520 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 250W (GeForce GT 520). Power connectors: 8-pin vs None. Card length: 304mm vs 145mm, occupying 3 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 65°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W | 90W-55% |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 250W-62% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | None |
| Length | 304mm | 145mm |
| Height | 137mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 3 | 1-67% |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 65°C-19% |
| Perf/Watt | 134.6+3639% | 3.6 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4070 launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $550, while the GeForce GT 520 launched at $59 and now averages $15. The GeForce GT 520 costs 97.3% less ($535 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 48.9 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 21.5 (GeForce GT 520) — the GeForce RTX 4070 offers 127.4% better value. The GeForce RTX 4070 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2015).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $599 | $59-90% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $550 | $15-97% |
| Performance per Dollar | 48.9+127% | 21.5 |
| Codename | AD104 | GM206 |
| Release | April 12 2023 | August 20 2015 |
| Ranking | #32 | #425 |
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