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Qualcomm Adreno 509

The Qualcomm Adreno 509 is a mobile graphics card for mid-range smartphones and tablets (mostly Android based). It is included in the lower end Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 SoCs and based on the Adreno 500 architecture (like the Adreno 520 in the S820, which should be fully compatible in software).

The GPU supports modern standards like Vulkan 1.0 (according to Wikipedia), OpenGL ES 3.1 + AE (3.2 in other sources), OpenCL 2.0 and DirectX 12 (FL 12.1 according to Wikipedia, 11.1 according to Qualcomm). Furthermore, the GPU supports Universal Bandwidth Compression (UBWC) to save memory bandwidth.

Adreno 500 Series

Adreno 540 compare @ 0.71 GHz
Adreno 530 compare @ 0.62 GHz
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Adreno 510 compare
Adreno 509
Adreno 508 compare @ 0.65 GHz
Adreno 506 compare @ 0.65 GHz
Adreno 505 compare @ 0.45 GHz
Adreno 504 compare @ 0.45 GHz
ArchitectureAdreno 500
iGPUIntegrated Graphics
Shared Memoryyes
APIDirectX 12.1, OpenGL ES 3.2, Vulkan
Man. Technology14 nm
FeaturesOpenGL ES 3.2, OpenCL 2.0, Direct3D 12 (FL 12_1)
Date of Announcement08.05.2017
CPU in Adreno 509GPU Base SpeedGPU Boost / Turbo
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6368 x 1800 MHz? MHz? MHz

Benchmarks

3DMark - 3DMark Ice Storm Unlimited Graphics
min: 20610     avg: 20839     median: 20836 (2%)     max: 21067 Points
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3DMark - 3DMark Sling Shot (ES 3.0) Unlimited
min: 1525     avg: 1541     median: 1540 (7%)     max: 1568 Points
+ 11 benchmarks and specifications   + Show comparison chart
3DMark - 3DMark Sling Shot (ES 3.0) Unlimited Graphics
min: 1358     avg: 1395     median: 1400 (3%)     max: 1406 Points
+ 11 benchmarks and specifications   + Show comparison chart
3DMark - 3DMark Sling Shot Extreme (ES 3.1) Unlimited
min: 765     avg: 980     median: 1008 (4%)     max: 1016 Points
+ 11 benchmarks and specifications   + Show comparison chart
3DMark - 3DMark Sling Shot Extreme (ES 3.1) Unlimited Graphics
min: 645     avg: 841     median: 865 (2%)     max: 872 Points
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3DMark - 3DMark Sling Shot (ES 3.0)
min: 1458     avg: 1475     median: 1477 (13%)     max: 1493 Points
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3DMark - 3DMark Sling Shot (ES 3.0) Graphics
min: 1313     avg: 1331     median: 1333 (8%)     max: 1353 Points
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3DMark - 3DMark Sling Shot Extreme (ES 3.1)
min: 934     avg: 950     median: 953 (5%)     max: 962 Points
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3DMark - 3DMark Sling Shot Extreme (ES 3.1) Graphics
min: 797     avg: 812     median: 815 (3%)     max: 818 Points
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GFXBench - GFXBench 5.0 Aztec Ruins High Tier Offscreen
min: 2.2     avg: 2.4     median: 2.2 (0%)     max: 3.5 fps
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GFXBench - GFXBench 5.0 Aztec Ruins Normal Tier Offscreen
min: 5.4     avg: 5.9     median: 6 (0%)     max: 6.1 fps
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GFXBench - GFXBench Car Chase Offscreen
6.3 fps (1%)
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GFXBench 3.1 - GFXBench Manhattan ES 3.1 Offscreen
min: 6.3     avg: 9.7     median: 10 (0%)     max: 10 fps
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GFXBench 3.0 - GFXBench 3.0 Manhattan Offscreen
16 fps (1%)
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GFXBench (DX / GLBenchmark) 2.7
GFXBench T-Rex HD Offscreen C24Z16 +
GFXBench (DX / GLBenchmark) 2.7 - GFXBench T-Rex HD Offscreen C24Z16
min: 35     avg: 35.6     median: 36 (0%)     max: 36 fps
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PassMark PerformanceTest Mobile V1 - PerformanceTest Mobile V1 2D Graphics Tests
min: 5536     avg: 5562     median: 5561.5 (2%)     max: 5587 Points
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PassMark PerformanceTest Mobile V1 - PerformanceTest Mobile V1 3D Graphics Tests
min: 1582     avg: 1740     median: 1740 (2%)     max: 1898 Points
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- Range of benchmark values
red legend - Average benchmark values
* Smaller numbers mean a higher performance

Game Benchmarks

The following benchmarks stem from our benchmarks of review laptops. The performance depends on the used graphics memory, clock rate, processor, system settings, drivers, and operating systems. So the results don't have to be representative for all laptops with this GPU. For detailed information on the benchmark results, click on the fps number.

PUBG Mobile

PUBG Mobile

2018
low
25 25 26 30 ~ 27 fps    + Compare + 📈 Graph
med.
25 25 ~ 25 fps    + Compare + 📈 Graph
high
30  fps    + Compare + 📈 Graph
» The benchmarks indicate that the game is not playable in the tested settings.
Arena of Valor

Arena of Valor

2018
low
31 31 31 32 59 ~ 37 fps    + Compare + 📈 Graph
ultra
30 31 31 31 31 59 ~ 36 fps    + Compare + 📈 Graph
» With most tested laptops playable in detail settings ultra.
Shadow Fight 3

Shadow Fight 3

2018
low
57 59 ~ 58 fps    + Compare + 📈 Graph
high
58  fps    + Compare + 📈 Graph
» With all tested laptops playable in detail settings high.
Dead Trigger 2

Dead Trigger 2

2013
high
30 60 ~ 45 fps    + Compare + 📈 Graph
» With most tested laptops playable in detail settings high.
Asphalt 8: Airborne

Asphalt 8: Airborne

2013
high
30  fps    + Compare + 📈 Graph
» The benchmarks indicate that the game is not playable in the tested settings.
Asphalt 9: Legends

Asphalt 9: Legends

2013
low
28 28 30 30 ~ 29 fps    + Compare + 📈 Graph
high
28 30 30 ~ 29 fps    + Compare + 📈 Graph
» The benchmarks indicate that the game is not playable in the tested settings.
lowmed.highultraQHD4K
PUBG Mobile272530
Arena of Valor3736
Shadow Fight 35858
Dead Trigger 245
Asphalt 8: Airborne30
Asphalt 9: Legends2929
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Notebook reviews with Qualcomm Adreno 509 graphics card

Nokia 6.2 Smartphone Review

Nokia 6.2 Smartphone Review - Android One with real dual-SIM and SD card slot

The Nokia 6.2 is a cheap mid-range smartphone from the Android One program with no major weaknesses relative to the affordable starting price. However, there is one Android competitor that makes life hard for the Nokia phone and only really leaves it as an interesting alternative for Android purists.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, Adreno 509, 6.3", 180 g
Sony Xperia 10 Plus

Sony Xperia 10 Plus Smartphone Review

With its current smartphone designs, this manufacturer from the far east has finally managed to take into account what customers actually want, without having to abandon its own individuality. Read on in our review to find out how the Xperia 10 Plus with its 21:9 ratio display fares when compared to the competition.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, Adreno 509, 6.5", 180 g
Motorola Moto G7 Plus

Motorola Moto G7 Plus Smartphone Review

You do not always need to spend $800 to get a smartphone that can take good photos. That is what Motorola claims with the Moto G7 Plus at least, which costs around €300 (~$339). The G7 Plus boasts an optically stabilised 16 MP camera and intelligent software features too.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, Adreno 509, 6.2", 176 g
HTC U12 Life

HTC U12 Life Smartphone Review

HTC positions the U12 Life as a smartphone with amazing camera effects to suit and satisfy everyone's artistic needs and wishes. In addition, it is also capable of 4K video recording, is supposed to feature a high-performance SoC, and long battery life. Let's find out which claims will hold up to our review and which ones will fall victim to an overly zealous marketing department.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, Adreno 509, 6", 175 g
BlackBerry Key2 LE

BlackBerry KEY2 LE Smartphone Review

Anyone who appreciates a smartphone with a physical keyboard, but does not want to fork out for an expensive device should consider the BlackBerry KEY2 LE. The cheaper version of the KEY2 has decent hardware for its price, but is it a business bargain?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, Adreno 509, 4.5", 156 g

Nokia 7.1: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 5.84", 0.2 kg
  Review » Nokia 7.1 Smartphone Review

Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 6.26", 0.2 kg
  Review » Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro Smartphone Review

Xiaomi Mi Max 3: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 6.90", 0.2 kg
  Review » Xiaomi Mi Max 3 Smartphone Review

Asus Zenfone 5 ZE620KL: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 6.20", 0.2 kg
  Review » Asus ZenFone 5 (2018) ZE620KL Smartphone Review

BQ Aquaris X2: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 5.65", 0.2 kg
  Review » BQ Aquaris X2 Smartphone Review

Motorola Moto Z3 Play: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 6.00", 0.2 kg
  Review » Motorola Moto Z3 Play Smartphone Review

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 5.99", 0.2 kg
  Review » Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Smartphone Review

Nokia 6.2: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 6.30", 0.2 kg
  External Review » Nokia 6.2

Sony Xperia 10 Plus: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 6.50", 0.2 kg
  External Review » Sony Xperia 10 Plus

Motorola Moto G7 Plus: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 6.20", 0.2 kg
  External Review » Motorola Moto G7 Plus

Lenovo S5 Pro: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 6.20", 0.2 kg
  External Review » Lenovo S5 Pro

Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 6.26", 0.2 kg
  External Review » Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro

Nokia 7.1: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 5.84", 0.2 kg
  External Review » Nokia 7.1

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 ZB602KL: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 6.00", 0.2 kg
  External Review » Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 ZB602KL

Motorola One Power: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 6.20", 0.2 kg
  External Review » Motorola One Power

Honor 8X Max: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 7.12", 0.2 kg
  External Review » Honor 8X Max

HTC U12 Life: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 6.00", 0.2 kg
  External Review » HTC U12 Life

BlackBerry Key2 LE: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 4.50", 0.2 kg
  External Review » BlackBerry Key2 LE

Nokia 6.1 Plus: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 5.80", 0.2 kg
  External Review » Nokia 6.1 Plus

Lenovo Z5: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 6.20", 0.2 kg
  External Review » Lenovo Z5

Xiaomi Mi Max 3: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 6.90", 0.2 kg
  External Review » Xiaomi Mi Max 3

Nokia X6: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 5.80", 0.2 kg
  External Review » Nokia X6

Motorola Moto Z3 Play: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 6.00", 0.2 kg
  External Review » Motorola Moto Z3 Play

BQ Aquaris X2: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 5.65", 0.2 kg
  External Review » BQ Aquaris X2

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 ZB601KL: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 5.99", 0.2 kg
  External Review » Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 ZB601KL

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 5.99", 0.2 kg
  External Review » Xiaomi Redmi Note 5

Asus Zenfone 5 ZE620KL: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 6.20", 0.2 kg
  External Review » Asus Zenfone 5 (2018) ZE620KL

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 5.99", 0.2 kg
  External Review » Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro

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Class 3

Adreno 825 *
A19 Pro 6-Core GPU *
A19 GPU *
A19 Pro 5-Core GPU *
A18 Pro GPU *
Intel Graphics 2 Xe3
UHD Graphics 32EUs
UHD Graphics 750
DXT-48-1536 *
A18 GPU *
UHD Graphics 730
A12Z Bionic GPU *
A12X Bionic GPU *
A17 Pro GPU *
Mali-G1 Ultra MC12 *
Immortalis-G925 MC16 *
Immortalis-G925 MC12 *
Immortalis-G925 MC11 *
Adreno 750 *
Xclipse 950 *
Xclipse 940 *
Adreno 740 *
Immortalis-G720 MP12 *
Immortalis-G715 MP11 *
A16 GPU 5-Core *
Adreno 725 *
Adreno 722 *
Mali-G720 MP8 *
Mali-G720 MP7 *
Adreno 735 *
A15 GPU 5-Core *
A16 GPU 4-Core *
Adreno 732 *
Adreno 730 *
Mali-G715 MP7 *
Mali-G615 MP6 *
Adreno 720 *
Mali-G710 MP10 *
A15 GPU 4-Core *
A14 Bionic GPU *
Maleoon 920 *
Maleoon 920A *
Xclipse 920 *
Adreno 660 *
Mali-G78 MP24 *
Mali-G710 MP7 *
Mali-G78 MP22 *
A13 Bionic GPU *
A12 Bionic GPU *
Adreno 650 *
Mali-G78 MP20 *
Mali-G78 MP14 *
A11 Bionic GPU *
A10X Fusion GPU *
A9X / PowerVR GT7xxx
Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7000)

Class 4

Class 5

Class 6

* Approximate position of the graphics adapter

Klaus Hinum (Update: 2026-02-18)