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 GRID K520 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,516 points. Launch price was $3,599.

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 GRID K520

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Tesla K20m

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114%

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Quadro P3000

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113%

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Radeon Pro 5500 XT

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112%

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FirePro V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $15

112%

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Tesla P40

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150

112%

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Quadro M5000

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

111%

#128

Radeon Pro 455

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

111%

#129

Quadro P620

MSRP: $170|Avg: $48

110%

#130

FirePro W5000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $40

105%

#131

Tesla M6

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $84

105%

#132

GRID M60-1Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $50

105%

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Quadro K620

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

105%

#134

CMP 40HX

MSRP: $699|Avg: $120

104%

#135

GRID K520

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $50

100%

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Quadro M620

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

98%

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Radeon Pro 450

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

97%

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Quadro RTX 4000

MSRP: $899|Avg: $220

96%

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FireStream 9270

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95%

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Quadro K5000

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95%

#141

GRID K240Q

MSRP: $500|Avg: $40

90%

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Radeon Pro 570

MSRP: $300|Avg: $100

90%

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FirePro M5100

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

89%

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Quadro M2200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $70

87%

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FirePro W5100

MSRP: $399|Avg: $50

85%

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GRID K280Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50

81%

#147

FirePro W600

MSRP: $599|Avg: $30

80%

#148

Quadro P1000

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $80

80%

#149

Quadro P600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60

79%

#150

FirePro W4300

MSRP: $379|Avg: $50

77%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for GRID K520 across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GRID K520 specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID K520 scores 3,516 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 Kepler (2012−2018) architecture (codename: GK104), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 1536 ×2 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 128 ×2 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 32 ×2 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 2.289 TFLOPS ×2 — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.

Specification	GRID K520
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	3,516
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	Kepler (2012−2018)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	GK104
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	1536 ×2
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling	128 ×2
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending	32 ×2
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	745 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance	2.289 TFLOPS ×2
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second	95.36 ×2 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 3.0 x4
Transistor Count	3,540 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#540

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GRID K520 is equipped with 2 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

Specification	GRID K520
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
L1 Cache	128 kB
L2 Cache	512 kB

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Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 12 (11_0), Vulkan 1.2, OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	GRID K520
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	12 (11_0)
VulkanCross-platform graphics API	1.2
OpenGLLegacy graphics API	4.6
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)	CUDA 3.0

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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x None — supports up to 0 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: NVENC 1, decoder: NVDEC 1— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1.

Specification	GRID K520
None PortsNumber of None display connectors	1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	0
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	NVENC 1
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	NVDEC 1
CodecsSupported video compression formats	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID K520 draws 225 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 267mm long, 111mm tall, occupying 2 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 50°C at idle, 75°C under load.

Specification	GRID K520
TDPPower consumption under load	225 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	PCIe-powered
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance	267mm
Card Height	111mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied	2-slot
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle	50°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load	75°C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $50 (MSRP: $3599), the GRID K520 delivers 70 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #540 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	GRID K520
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$3599
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$50
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#540
Release Date	July 23 2013
Release Year	2013

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 ×2
TMUs	128 ×2
Vram	2 GB
L1 Cache	128 kB
L2 Cache	512 kB
Core Clock	745 MHz
Memory Type	GDDR5
Memory Speed	8 Gbps
Shading Units	1536 ×2
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0 x4
Memory Bus Width	64-bit
Transistor Count	3,540 million
Texture Fill Rate	95.36 ×2
Manufacturing Process	28 nm
Power Consumption (TDP)	225 Watt
Floating Point Performance	2.289 TFLOPS ×2