FirePro W4300 vs Radeon RX 550

CPU

GPU

FirePro W4300

2015Core: 930 MHz

Radeon RX 550

2017Core: 1100 MHzBoost: 1183 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro W4300

2,719

+1.7%

2,674

0.0%

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 W4300 is positioned at rank #168 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 W4300

#75

Radeon Pro Vega II

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $1800

99%

#76

Radeon PRO W7900

MSRP: $3999|Avg: $3500

98%

#77

Radeon Pro VII

MSRP: $1899|Avg: $1400

97%

#78

Quadro RTX 5000

MSRP: $2299|Avg: $692

94%

#79

Quadro RTX 5000 (móvel)

MSRP: $2299|Avg: $692

93%

#80

Radeon Pro W6800X

MSRP: $2799|Avg: $2799

90%

#153

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

2060%

#168

FirePro W4300

MSRP: $379|Avg: $50

100%

#169

Quadro K2200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $40

100%

#173

Radeon R7 PRO A8-9600

MSRP: $119|Avg: $86

98%

#175

Radeon Pro 560

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

97%

#176

Radeon Pro 460

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

96%

#180

Radeon R7 PRO A10-9700E

MSRP: $139|Avg: $85

92%

#181

FirePro M5950

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

92%

#183

Radeon Pro WX 7130

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $200

89%

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 FirePro W4300 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX 550.

Insight	FirePro W4300	Radeon RX 550
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 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 $50), it costs 30% less, resulting in a 40.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro W4300	Radeon RX 550
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+40.5%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50)	✅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 W4300 Benchmark Check

Radeon RX 550 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro W4300 and Radeon RX 550

FirePro W4300

The FirePro W4300 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in December 1 2015. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 930 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,719 points.

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 W4300 scores 2,719 and the Radeon RX 550 reaches 2,674 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro W4300 is built on GCN 2.0 while the Radeon RX 550 uses GCN 4.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 768 (FirePro W4300) vs 512 (Radeon RX 550). Raw compute: 1.428 TFLOPS (FirePro W4300) vs 1.211 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 550).

Feature	FirePro W4300	Radeon RX 550
G3D Mark Score	2,719+2%	2,674
Architecture	GCN 2.0	GCN 4.0
Process Node	28 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	768+50%	512
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.428 TFLOPS+18%	1.211 TFLOPS
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	48+50%	32
L1 Cache	192 KB+50%	128 KB
L2 Cache	256 KB	512 KB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro W4300	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. L2 Cache: 256 KB (FirePro W4300) vs 512 KB (Radeon RX 550) — the Radeon RX 550 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	FirePro W4300	Radeon RX 550
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	256 KB	512 KB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FirePro W4300) vs 12_0 (Radeon RX 550). Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 3.

Feature	FirePro W4300	Radeon RX 550
DirectX	12	12_0
Max Displays	6+100%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 2.0 (FirePro W4300) vs VCE 3.4 (Radeon RX 550). Decoder: UVD 4.2 vs UVD 6.3. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (FirePro W4300) vs H.264,H.265 (Radeon RX 550).

Feature	FirePro W4300	Radeon RX 550
Encoder	VCE 2.0	VCE 3.4
Decoder	UVD 4.2	UVD 6.3
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1	H.264,H.265

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro W4300 draws 50W versus the Radeon RX 550's 50W — a 0% difference. The Radeon RX 550 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro W4300) vs 300W (Radeon RX 550). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 171mm vs 155mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	FirePro W4300	Radeon RX 550
TDP	50W	50W
Recommended PSU	350W	300W-14%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	None
Length	171mm	155mm
Height	69mm	—
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	71°C	—
Perf/Watt	54.4+2%	53.5

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Value Analysis

The FirePro W4300 launched at $379 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Radeon RX 550 launched at $79 and now averages $35. The Radeon RX 550 costs 30% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 54.4 (FirePro W4300) vs 76.4 (Radeon RX 550) — the Radeon RX 550 offers 40.4% better value. The Radeon RX 550 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2015).