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 Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 14 2014. It features the GCN architecture. The core clock speed is 720 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,300 points.

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 Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)

#293

Radeon R7 250

MSRP: $89|Avg: $25

113%

#294

Radeon RX Vega 11

MSRP: $149|Avg: $50

113%

#295

GeForce GTX 480

MSRP: $499|Avg: $100

110%

#296

GeForce GT 635

MSRP: $99|Avg: $20

109%

#297

GeForce GTX 460 v2

MSRP: $199|Avg: $50

109%

#298

Radeon RX Vega11

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

108%

#299

Radeon R9 350

MSRP: $99|Avg: $50

108%

#300

GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER

MSRP: $799|Avg: $800

107%

#301

GeForce GTX 460 SE

MSRP: $160|Avg: $50

107%

#302

Radeon HD 8210

MSRP: $35|Avg: $5

105%

#303

Radeon RX 9070 XT

MSRP: $599|Avg: $700

104%

#304

Radeon R7 340

MSRP: $99|Avg: $25

103%

#305

GeForce RTX 5070 Ti

MSRP: $749|Avg: $850

103%

#306

Radeon HD 8470D

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

101%

#307

Radeon R5 340

MSRP: $99|Avg: $25

101%

#308

Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)

MSRP: $173|Avg: $35

100%

#309

GeForce GT 340

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

99%

#310

Radeon HD 3870

MSRP: $219|Avg: $15

99%

#311

Radeon 540

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

98%

#312

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

MSRP: $999|Avg: $600

97%

#313

GeForce GT 740A

MSRP: $89|Avg: $20

96%

#314

GeForce G100

MSRP: $40|Avg: $5

95%

#315

Radeon HD 8670D

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

93%

#316

GeForce GT 630

MSRP: $69|Avg: $20

92%

#317

GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

MSRP: $999|Avg: $999

92%

#318

Radeon HD 6530D

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

91%

#319

Radeon RX 6800 XT

MSRP: $649|Avg: $743

91%

#320

Radeon RX 7900 XTX

MSRP: $999|Avg: $930

91%

#321

GeForce GTX 590

MSRP: $699|Avg: $100

90%

#322

GeForce GT 530

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

89%

#323

Radeon RX 6950 XT

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $850

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) scores 1,300 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 GCN (2012−2015) architecture (codename: Kaveri Spectre), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 512 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels).

Specification	Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	1,300
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	GCN (2012−2015)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	Kaveri Spectre
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	512
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	720 MHz
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 3.0 x16
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#830

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) is equipped with 0.5 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 128-bit memory bus, delivering Unknown of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

Specification	Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures	0.5 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generation	GDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth	128-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate	8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM	Unknown

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Advanced Features & APIs

The Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) supports modern upscaling and frame generation technologies: FidelityFX Super Resolution — these can dramatically boost effective FPS by generating intermediate frames or upscaling from lower internal resolution. Graphics API support: DirectX 12, Vulkan 1.1, OpenGL 4.5— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)
FSR Frame Generation	❌ Not Supported
AMD Fluid Motion Frames	❌ Not Supported
FidelityFX Super Resolution	✅ Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	12
VulkanCross-platform graphics API	1.1
OpenGLLegacy graphics API	4.5

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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x Host Dependent — supports up to 3 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: VCE 2.0, decoder: UVD 4.2— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2.

Specification	Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)
Host Dependent PortsNumber of Host Dependent display connectors	1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	3
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	VCE 2.0
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	UVD 4.2
CodecsSupported video compression formats	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) draws 30W under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: None. Typical temperatures: 40°C at idle, 80°C under load.

Specification	Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)
TDPPower consumption under load	30W
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	None
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle	40°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load	80°C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $35 (MSRP: $173), the Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) delivers 37 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #830 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$173
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$35
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#830
Release Date	January 14 2014
Release Year	2014

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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Vram	0.5 GB
DLSS/FSR	FSR upscaling
Core Clock	720 MHz
Memory Type	GDDR5
Memory Speed	8 Gbps
Shading Units	512
Upscaling Tech	AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR)
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0 x16
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown
Memory Bus Width	128-bit
Frame Generation	FSR Frame Generation: No \| AMD Fluid Motion Frames: No \| FidelityFX Super Resolution: Yes
Manufacturing Process	28 nm