Radeon 3015e vs Radeon RX 5500

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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Radeon 3015e is positioned at rank #414 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 3015e

#404

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1516%

#406

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1375%

#407

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1371%

#411

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1247%

#412

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1238%

#414

Radeon 3015e

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

100%

#415

Radeon HD 7620G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

100%

#416

Radeon R9 M390X

MSRP: $550|Avg: $120

99%

#417

Arc 8-Core iGPU

MSRP: $503|Avg: $400

97%

#418

Mobility Radeon HD 4670

MSRP: $67|Avg: $20

97%

#419

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

96%

#420

Radeon R9 M385

MSRP: $300|Avg: $60

96%

#421

Radeon R5 235

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

96%

#422

Radeon R9 M375X

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

96%

#423

Radeon HD 6620G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

95%

#424

Radeon R5 310

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

95%

#425

Radeon HD 7690M XT

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

94%

#426

Radeon HD 7600G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

93%

#427

Radeon R7 A265

MSRP: $149|Avg: $149

93%

#428

Radeon R9 M470

MSRP: $350|Avg: $80

93%

#429

Radeon R9 M385X

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon RX 5500 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2417.7% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon 3015e.

Insight	Radeon 3015e	Radeon RX 5500
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2417.7%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2417.7%)
Longevity	GCN 4.0 (2016−2020) (14nm)	RDNA 1.0 (2019−2020) (7nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (4 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 5500 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $110 (vs $49), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 1021.5% better value per dollar than the Radeon 3015e.

Insight	Radeon 3015e	Radeon RX 5500
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1021.5%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($49)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($110)

Performance Check

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

Radeon 3015e Benchmark Check

Radeon RX 5500 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon 3015e and Radeon RX 5500

Radeon 3015e

The Radeon 3015e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 13 2019. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1082 MHz to 1218 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 351 points.

Radeon RX 5500

The Radeon RX 5500 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 7 2019. It features the RDNA 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1845 MHz. It has 1408 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 110W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8,837 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon 3015e scores 351 versus the Radeon RX 5500's 8,837 — the Radeon RX 5500 leads by 2417.7%. The Radeon 3015e is built on GCN 4.0 while the Radeon RX 5500 uses RDNA 1.0, both on 14 nm vs 7 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon 3015e) vs 1,408 (Radeon RX 5500). Raw compute: 1.247 TFLOPS (Radeon 3015e) vs 5.196 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 5500). Boost clocks: 1218 MHz vs 1845 MHz.

Feature	Radeon 3015e	Radeon RX 5500
G3D Mark Score	351	8,837+2418%
Architecture	GCN 4.0	RDNA 1.0
Process Node	14 nm	7 nm
Shading Units	512	1408+175%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.247 TFLOPS	5.196 TFLOPS+317%
Boost Clock	1218 MHz	1845 MHz+51%
ROPs	16	32+100%
TMUs	32	88+175%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon 3015e	Radeon RX 5500
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon 3015e comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 5500 has 4 GB. The Radeon RX 5500 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	Radeon 3015e	Radeon RX 5500
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	4 GB+700%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Radeon 3015e) vs 12.1 (Radeon RX 5500). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon 3015e	Radeon RX 5500
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12.1
Vulkan	1.2	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCN 1.0 (Radeon 3015e) vs VCN 2.0 (Radeon RX 5500). Decoder: VCN 1.0 vs VCN 2.0. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (Radeon 3015e) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Radeon RX 5500).

Feature	Radeon 3015e	Radeon RX 5500
Encoder	VCN 1.0	VCN 2.0
Decoder	VCN 1.0	VCN 2.0
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon 3015e draws 50W versus the Radeon RX 5500's 110W — a 75% difference. The Radeon 3015e is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon 3015e) vs 450W (Radeon RX 5500). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin.

Feature	Radeon 3015e	Radeon RX 5500
TDP	50W-55%	110W
Recommended PSU	350W-22%	450W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	8-pin
Length	—	180mm
Height	—	110mm
Slots	—	2
Temp (Load)	—	75°C
Perf/Watt	7.0	80.3+1047%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon 3015e launched at $49 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the Radeon RX 5500 launched at $179 and now averages $110. The Radeon 3015e costs 55.5% less ($61 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 7.2 (Radeon 3015e) vs 80.3 (Radeon RX 5500) — the Radeon RX 5500 offers 1015.3% better value.