Radeon 520 vs Radeon 535

Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks

Aggregate performance score

We've compared Radeon 520 and Radeon 535 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Radeon 520 outperforms Radeon 535 by ~1% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+1%

Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better. How is this calculated?

H2HBench Data Quality

Low confidence
Specifications: Field verification not recordedVerified gaming results: 0Estimated / unverified results: 32Price record updated: Sep 6, 2026

Limited verified data

H2HBench Verdict

Equal catalog scores

The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.

Reasons to consider Radeon 520

  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 2.0 / DirectCompute 5.0 · Not supported

Reasons to consider Radeon 535

  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 2.0 / DirectCompute 5.0 · Not supported
Low confidence

Catalog metrics radar

Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.

H2H
Performance
Price / performance
Performance
3838
Price / performance
6565
Missing values are never replaced with zero or an average.Model: H2H 2026.07 fixed scale.

Graphics card ranking

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The ranking is recalculated automatically from catalog data.

Positions 121–126of 411
Radeon 520not in TOP100position in the GPU ranking
Radeon 535not in TOP100position in the GPU ranking

Which should you choose?

Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.

COMMUNITY CHOICE

Radeon 535

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Head to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.

Overview

Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.

CategoryRadeon 520Radeon 535
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
38
38
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
34
34
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
31
31
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
33
33
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
40
40

Specifications

The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.

SpecificationRadeon 520Radeon 535
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
HDMI
DisplayPort
Power consumption
Architecture
Memory type
Launch price
Clock speed
Memory frequency
Memory bandwidth
Power consumption
Process node
Release date
Device class
Max monitors
Max resolution
USB Type-C
Recommended PSU
Length
Thickness
Transistor count
Die size
Shader units / cores
Memory cache
Power connector
Compute API
Base clock
Upscaling
Boost clock
Interface
VRAM
Memory bus
TFLOPS

Gaming FPS

Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.

The Gaming FPS section compares Radeon 520 and Radeon 535 across curated H2H Lab game presets. The useful signal is not only average FPS, but also how each device behaves at 1440p and 4K, how memory capacity and bus width affect heavy textures, and whether the game engine favors raster performance, ray tracing, or driver maturity.

Radeon 520Radeon 535
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p High
157 FPS
157 FPS
1080p Ultra
111 FPS
111 FPS
1440p Ultra
86 FPS
86 FPS
4K Ultra
43 FPS
43 FPS
Game1080p High1080p Ultra1440p Ultra4K Ultra
Counter-Strike 2Radeon 520157 FPSRadeon 535157 FPSRadeon 520111 FPSRadeon 535111 FPSRadeon 52086 FPSRadeon 53586 FPSRadeon 52043 FPSRadeon 53543 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077Radeon 520102 FPSRadeon 535102 FPSRadeon 52088 FPSRadeon 53588 FPSRadeon 52062 FPSRadeon 53562 FPSRadeon 52029 FPSRadeon 53529 FPS
Forza Horizon 5Radeon 520128 FPSRadeon 535128 FPSRadeon 52083 FPSRadeon 53583 FPSRadeon 52077 FPSRadeon 53577 FPSRadeon 52063 FPSRadeon 53563 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyRadeon 52083 FPSRadeon 53583 FPSRadeon 52069 FPSRadeon 53569 FPSRadeon 52056 FPSRadeon 53556 FPSRadeon 52029 FPSRadeon 53529 FPS
Average FPSRadeon 520118 FPSRadeon 535118 FPSRadeon 52088 FPSRadeon 53588 FPSRadeon 52070 FPSRadeon 53570 FPSRadeon 52041 FPSRadeon 53541 FPS

H2H workload indices

Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.

IndexRadeon 520Radeon 535Difference
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 10038380%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 10038380%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 10038380%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100000%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 100000%

These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.

H2H AI workload indices

Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.

IndexRadeon 520Radeon 535Difference
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 10038380%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 10038380%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 10038380%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 10038380%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 10038380%

These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.

Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling

SpecificationsRadeon 520Radeon 535
DirectX12.012.0
Vulkan1.21.2
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingNot supportedNot supported
Compute APIOpenCL 2.0 / DirectCompute 5.0OpenCL 2.0 / DirectCompute 5.0

Architecture and release

SpecificationsRadeon 520Radeon 535
ArchitecturePolarisPolaris
Process node
Release date20172017
Device classMobileMobile

GPU cores, die and clocks

SpecificationsRadeon 520Radeon 535
Transistor countNot publicly specifiedNot publicly specified
Die sizeNot publicly specifiedNot publicly specified
Shader units / coresNot publicly specifiedNot publicly specified
Base clockOEM/TGP dependentOEM/TGP dependent
Boost clockOEM/TGP dependentOEM/TGP dependent

Board size, power and compatibility

SpecificationsRadeon 520Radeon 535
InterfaceOEM platform dependentOEM platform dependent
LengthOEM dependentOEM dependent
ThicknessOEM dependentOEM dependent
Recommended PSUOEM dependentOEM dependent
Power connectorIntegrated laptop powerIntegrated laptop power

Display outputs and limits

SpecificationsRadeon 520Radeon 535
HDMIOEM dependentOEM dependent
DisplayPortOEM dependentOEM dependent
USB Type-COEM dependentOEM dependent
Max monitorsOEM dependentOEM dependent
Max resolutionOEM dependentOEM dependent

Memory and compute throughput

SpecificationsRadeon 520Radeon 535
VRAMOEM configuration dependentOEM configuration dependent
Memory typeGDDR5GDDR5
Memory busOEM configuration dependentOEM configuration dependent
TFLOPSOEM/TGP dependentOEM/TGP dependent

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Games with verified results
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Verified community results
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Estimated / unverified results
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Calculated scores · How is this calculated?

Scores use the catalog model and may include estimated inputs. Open each score to see its origin and the methodology.

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Frequently asked comparison questions

Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.

01Which is better for gaming: Radeon 520 or Radeon 535?

Radeon 520 has the higher overall gaming score, while Radeon 520 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.

02Which is better for streaming?

Radeon 520 is the stronger streaming choice thanks to performance, hardware encoding, and application support. Check AV1, H.264, and HEVC support before buying.

03Which is better for Blender?

Radeon 520 is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.

04Which is better for video editing?

Radeon 520 offers more overall performance, while Radeon 520 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.

05Which is better for neural networks and AI?

Radeon 520 is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.

06Which is better for 1080p?

Radeon 520 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.

07Which is better for 1440p?

Radeon 520 leads in combined 1440p performance. Radeon 520 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.

08Which is better for 4K?

Radeon 520 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.

09Which is better for a quiet PC?

Radeon 520 is easier to use in a quiet build because of its lower estimated power and thermal load. Actual noise depends on the specific cooler.

10Which is better without replacing the power supply?

Radeon 520 is the safer candidate because its stated power consumption is lower. Verify PSU wattage, age, and power connectors.

11Is it worth upgrading from the previous generation?

Consider upgrading to Radeon 520 if your current device no longer delivers the required FPS, memory capacity, or feature support. A gain below 15–20% is usually worth waiting for a price cut.