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.

Overview

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.

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 520

#354

GeForce GT 625

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

116%

#355

GeForce GT 705

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

115%

#356

Radeon HD4670

MSRP: $67|Avg: $15

113%

#357

Radeon R4E

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

113%

#358

Radeon Ryzen 7 6800H

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

113%

#359

GeForce GTX 295

MSRP: $499|Avg: $50

111%

#360

Radeon HD 7580D

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

109%

#361

GeForce GT 640

MSRP: $99|Avg: $50

109%

#362

Radeon R5 A6-7480

MSRP: $35|Avg: $30

108%

#363

GeForce RTX 4090

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1649

107%

#364

Radeon R9 Nano

MSRP: $649|Avg: $200

107%

#365

Radeon HD 5970

MSRP: $699|Avg: $100

107%

#366

Radeon HD 7290

MSRP: $20|Avg: $5

104%

#367

GeForce GTX TITAN Z

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $400

102%

#368

GeForce GT 120 / 9500 GT

MSRP: $85|Avg: $15

101%

#369

GeForce GT 520

MSRP: $59|Avg: $15

100%

#370

Radeon R7 260X

MSRP: $139|Avg: $150

99%

#371

GeForce GTX 760 Ti

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

99%

#372

Radeon HD 7520G

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

98%

#373

Radeon R9 A375

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

97%

#374

GeForce RTX 5090 D

MSRP: $1999|Avg: N/A

95%

#375

Radeon R7 384 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

95%

#376

Radeon HD 6380G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

93%

#377

Radeon R7 M360

MSRP: $120|Avg: $30

91%

#378

GeForce GT 620

MSRP: $59|Avg: $20

90%

#379

Radeon 535DX

MSRP: $200|Avg: $40

90%

#380

Radeon HD 7470

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

90%

#381

GeForce GT 440

MSRP: $79|Avg: $40

89%

#382

GeForce RTX 4090 D

MSRP: $1599|Avg: N/A

89%

#383

TITAN V

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $1045

89%

#384

GeForce GT 130

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for GeForce GT 520 across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GeForce GT 520 specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GT 520 scores 323 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019) architecture (codename: GM206), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 768 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 48 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 32 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 1.825 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 1188 MHz from a base of 1024 MHz.

Specification	GeForce GT 520
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	323
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	GM206
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	768
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling	48
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending	32
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load	1188 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	1024 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance	1.825 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second	57.02 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 3.0 x16
Transistor Count	2,940 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#425

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GT 520 is equipped with 2 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus, delivering Unknown of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

Specification	GeForce GT 520
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures	2 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generation	GDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth	64-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate	8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM	Unknown
L1 Cache	288 kB
L2 Cache	1024 kB

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Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 11.0, Vulkan None, OpenGL 4.1— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	GeForce GT 520
NVIDIA Reflex	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Frame Generation	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Super Resolution	❌ Not Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	11.0
VulkanCross-platform graphics API	None
OpenGLLegacy graphics API	4.1
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)	CUDA 2.1

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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x DVI, 1x VGA, 1x HDMI — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: No, decoder: PureVideo HD VP4— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP.

Specification	GeForce GT 520
DVI PortsNumber of DVI display connectors	1x
VGA PortsNumber of VGA display connectors	1x
HDMI PortsNumber of HDMI display connectors	1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	2
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	No
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	PureVideo HD VP4
CodecsSupported video compression formats	MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GT 520 draws 90 Watt under load (TDP) — a 250W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: None. Physical size: 145mm long, 111mm tall, occupying 1 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 40°C at idle, 65°C under load.

Specification	GeForce GT 520
TDPPower consumption under load	90 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	250W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	None
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance	145mm
Card Height	111mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied	1-slot
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle	40°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load	65°C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $15 (MSRP: $59), the GeForce GT 520 delivers 22 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #425 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	GeForce GT 520
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$59
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$15
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#425
Release Date	August 20 2015
Release Year	2015

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

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Technical Specifications

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ROPs	32
TMUs	48
Vram	2 GB
L1 Cache	288 kB
L2 Cache	1024 kB
Core Clock	1024 MHz
Boost Clock	1188 MHz
Memory Type	GDDR5
Memory Speed	8 Gbps
Shading Units	768
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0 x16
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown
Memory Bus Width	64-bit
Transistor Count	2,940 million
Frame Generation	NVIDIA Reflex: No \| DLSS Frame Generation: No \| DLSS Super Resolution: No
Texture Fill Rate	57.02
Manufacturing Process	28 nm
Power Consumption (TDP)	90 Watt
Floating Point Performance	1.825 TFLOPS