Comparing: AMD Radeon HD 6520G vs Intel HD Graphics Mobile (Sandy Bridge)

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About Hardware AMD Radeon HD 6520G

The AMD Radeon HD 6520G is an integrated graphics processor embedded in the AMD A6-3400M APU, released in 2011 as part of AMD's Llano family. Featuring 320 stream processors with a VLIW5 architecture and a maximum clock speed of around 400 MHz, this GPU was designed to provide entry-level graphics performance for budget laptops and all-in-one systems at the time. As an integrated GPU, the Radeon HD 6520G does not have dedicated VRAM; instead, it shares the system memory, meaning its performance heavily depends on the type and speed of RAM installed. Systems equipped with dual-channel DDR3 RAM see a noticeable boost in graphics performance compared to single-channel configurations.

In terms of gaming capabilities, the Radeon HD 6520G can run older or less demanding titles at 720p resolution with low graphical settings. Games such as Counter-Strike: Source, Left 4 Dead 2, and League of Legends remain playable, albeit at modest frame rates. However, when it comes to modern AAA games or graphically intensive applications, the HD 6520G struggles due to its limited clock speeds, shader count, and lack of support for newer graphical APIs like DirectX 12 or Vulkan. Despite these limitations, this GPU remains useful for everyday computing tasks such as video playback, light photo editing, and basic office productivity.

Compared to contemporary integrated graphics solutions, the Radeon HD 6520G is outdated but still holds value for users with legacy laptops like the Lenovo Sabine B475 that run older operating systems such as Windows 7. For those seeking a budget-friendly laptop for general usage without demanding graphics workloads, the HD 6520G offers sufficient performance for casual use while maintaining low power consumption. Overall, this GPU highlights the evolution of integrated graphics from the early 2010s, illustrating how far mobile graphics have advanced in terms of power, efficiency, and features.

Hardware Detail:

Device: Lenovo Sabine B475
RAM: 2GB DDR3
OS: Windows 7

Thursday, 24 November 2022 05:29:20 | Update: 4 days ago

About Hardware Intel HD Graphics Mobile (Sandy Bridge)

Intel HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) is Intel's second generation integrated GPU, present in processors such as the Intel Celeron B815, released in 2011. This GPU uses the Sandy Bridge architecture and has between 6 and 12 execution units (EUs) depending on the CPU model. On the Celeron B815, this GPU runs at a base frequency of 650 MHz and can go up to 1.05 GHz through the Dynamic Frequency (Turbo) feature.

Although not designed for high performance, Intel HD Graphics Sandy Bridge brings improvements over the previous generation, including support for DirectX 10.1, OpenGL 3.1, and HD video decoding hardware through Intel Quick Sync Video technology. This allows 720p to 1080p video playback to run quite smoothly, and the low power consumption is suitable for energy-efficient laptops.

However, due to the limited number of execution units and the absence of dedicated VRAM, the graphics performance is only suitable for light tasks such as browsing, watching videos, and using office applications. Light or older games such as Plants vs Zombies, Counter-Strike 1.6, and GTA: Vice City can still be played at low resolutions and minimum graphics settings.

Compared to newer generation integrated GPUs such as Intel HD 4000 and above, the performance of Sandy Bridge HD Graphics is already quite behind. But for an entry-level laptop like SAMSUNG 300E4Z with 4GB DDR3 Dual Channel RAM, this GPU is still worth using as a basic graphics solution in operating systems like Windows 7.

Overall, Intel HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) on Celeron B815 is a simple yet functional graphics solution for light daily use, especially on older generation laptops that can still be utilized for basic productivity tasks and light entertainment.

Hardware Detail:

Device: SAMSUNG 300E4Z
RAM: 4GB DDR3 Dual Channel
OS: Windows 7

Sunday, 27 November 2022 02:25:40 | Update: 4 days ago