Radeon Pro WX 4100
VS
Radeon RX 5500

Radeon Pro WX 4100 vs Radeon RX 5500

AMD

Radeon Pro WX 4100

2016Core: 1125 MHzBoost: 1201 MHz
VS
AMD

Radeon RX 5500

2019Boost: 1845 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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 Radeon Pro WX 4100 is positioned at rank #148 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 Pro WX 4100

#70
Radeon PRO W6800
MSRP: $2249|Avg: $2249
98%
#72
Quadro P4200
MSRP: $1200|Avg: $110
94%
#74
RTX 5000 Ada Generation
MSRP: $4000|Avg: $4095
82%
#133
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
1601%
#148
Radeon Pro WX 4100
MSRP: $399|Avg: $85
100%
#149
Quadro P4000 (móvel)
MSRP: $819|Avg: $290
99%
#151
FirePro M40003
MSRP: $150|Avg: $72
98%
#152
Radeon Pro 465
MSRP: $500|Avg: $150
98%
#154
Tesla P4
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $190
98%
#155
Radeon Pro WX 4150
MSRP: $300|Avg: $120
95%
#158
Quadro M2200
MSRP: $500|Avg: $70
93%
#159
Quadro M4000
MSRP: $791|Avg: $350
91%
#160
FirePro W4100
MSRP: $183|Avg: $183
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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon RX 5500 uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon RX 5500 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon Pro WX 4100 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon RX 5500 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 140% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon Pro WX 4100.

InsightRadeon Pro WX 4100Radeon RX 5500
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-140%)
Leading raw performance (+140%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
RDNA 1.0 (2019−2020) (7nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
🎮 High Capacity (4 GB)
Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 5500 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $110 (vs $85), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 85.5% better value per dollar than the Radeon Pro WX 4100.

InsightRadeon Pro WX 4100Radeon RX 5500
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+85.5%)
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($85)
⚠️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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon Pro WX 4100 and Radeon RX 5500

AMD

Radeon Pro WX 4100

The Radeon Pro WX 4100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in November 10 2016. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1125 MHz to 1201 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,682 points. Launch price was $399.

AMD

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.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon Pro WX 4100 scores 3,682 versus the Radeon RX 5500's 8,837 — the Radeon RX 5500 leads by 140%. The Radeon Pro WX 4100 is built on GCN 4.0 while the Radeon RX 5500 uses RDNA 1.0, both on 14 nm vs 7 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (Radeon Pro WX 4100) vs 1,408 (Radeon RX 5500). Raw compute: 2.46 TFLOPS (Radeon Pro WX 4100) vs 5.196 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 5500). Boost clocks: 1201 MHz vs 1845 MHz.

FeatureRadeon Pro WX 4100Radeon RX 5500
G3D Mark Score
3,682
8,837+140%
Architecture
GCN 4.0
RDNA 1.0
Process Node
14 nm
7 nm
Shading Units
1024
1408+38%
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.46 TFLOPS
5.196 TFLOPS+111%
Boost Clock
1201 MHz
1845 MHz+54%
ROPs
16
32+100%
TMUs
64
88+38%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRadeon Pro WX 4100Radeon 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)

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

FeatureRadeon Pro WX 4100Radeon RX 5500
VRAM Capacity
4 GB
4 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR6
Bus Width
64-bit
128-bit+100%
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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon Pro WX 4100 draws 50W versus the Radeon RX 5500's 110W — a 75% difference. The Radeon Pro WX 4100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon Pro WX 4100) vs 450W (Radeon RX 5500). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin.

FeatureRadeon Pro WX 4100Radeon 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
73.6
80.3+9%
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Value Analysis

The Radeon Pro WX 4100 launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $85, while the Radeon RX 5500 launched at $179 and now averages $110. The Radeon Pro WX 4100 costs 22.7% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 43.3 (Radeon Pro WX 4100) vs 80.3 (Radeon RX 5500) — the Radeon RX 5500 offers 85.5% better value. The Radeon RX 5500 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2016).

FeatureRadeon Pro WX 4100Radeon RX 5500
MSRP
$399
$179-55%
Avg Price (30d)
$85-23%
$110
Performance per Dollar
43.3
80.3+85%
Codename
Baffin
Navi 14
Release
November 10 2016
October 7 2019
Ranking
#526
#297