FirePro R5000 vs Radeon RX 550

FirePro R5000

2013Core: 825 MHz

Radeon RX 550

2017Core: 1100 MHzBoost: 1183 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro R5000

150

2,647

0.0%

2,674

+1.0%

About G3D Mark

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 FirePro R5000 is positioned at rank #272 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 FirePro R5000

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

98%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

97%

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

88%

#257

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

6130%

#272

FirePro R5000

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150

100%

#273

GRID M6-8Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

99%

#276

GRID K120Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $20

97%

#278

Tesla M60

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $250

97%

#279

FirePro V7900

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

94%

#280

GRID M60-8A

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

92%

#281

GRID P6-4Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

92%

#283

Quadro K4000

MSRP: $1269|Avg: $100

89%

#286

GRID P4-2Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235

88%

#287

Tesla C2070

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $38

86%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon RX 550 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro R5000.

Insight	FirePro R5000	Radeon RX 550
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (279mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 550 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon RX 550 holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $150), it costs 77% less, resulting in a 332.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro R5000	Radeon RX 550
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+332.9%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)	✅More affordable ($35)

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.

FirePro R5000 Benchmark Check

Radeon RX 550 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro R5000 and Radeon RX 550

FirePro R5000

The FirePro R5000 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in February 25 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 825 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,647 points. Launch price was $1,099.

Radeon RX 550

The Radeon RX 550 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 20 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1100 MHz to 1183 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,674 points. Launch price was $79.

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Graphics Performance

The FirePro R5000 scores 2,647 and the Radeon RX 550 reaches 2,674 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro R5000 is built on GCN 1.0 while the Radeon RX 550 uses GCN 4.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 768 (FirePro R5000) vs 512 (Radeon RX 550). Raw compute: 1.267 TFLOPS (FirePro R5000) vs 1.211 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 550).

Feature	FirePro R5000	Radeon RX 550
G3D Mark Score	2,647	2,674+1%
Architecture	GCN 1.0	GCN 4.0
Process Node	28 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	768+50%	512
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.267 TFLOPS+5%	1.211 TFLOPS
ROPs	32+100%	16
TMUs	48+50%	32
L1 Cache	192 KB+50%	128 KB
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro R5000	Radeon RX 550
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	FirePro R5000	Radeon RX 550
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FirePro R5000) vs 12_0 (Radeon RX 550). Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 3.

Feature	FirePro R5000	Radeon RX 550
DirectX	12	12_0
Max Displays	6+100%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0 (FirePro R5000) vs VCE 3.4 (Radeon RX 550). Decoder: UVD vs UVD 6.3. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro R5000) vs H.264,H.265 (Radeon RX 550).

Feature	FirePro R5000	Radeon RX 550
Encoder	VCE 1.0	VCE 3.4
Decoder	UVD	UVD 6.3
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,H.265

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro R5000 draws 150W versus the Radeon RX 550's 50W — a 100% difference. The Radeon RX 550 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro R5000) vs 300W (Radeon RX 550). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 279mm vs 155mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	FirePro R5000	Radeon RX 550
TDP	150W	50W-67%
Recommended PSU	350W	300W-14%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	None
Length	279mm	155mm
Height	111mm	—
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	—
Perf/Watt	17.6	53.5+204%

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Value Analysis

The FirePro R5000 launched at $1099 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Radeon RX 550 launched at $79 and now averages $35. The Radeon RX 550 costs 76.7% less ($115 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 17.6 (FirePro R5000) vs 76.4 (Radeon RX 550) — the Radeon RX 550 offers 334.1% better value. The Radeon RX 550 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2013).