
Radeon Pro WX 4100 vs Radeon RX 5500

Radeon Pro WX 4100
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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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon Pro WX 4100
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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.
| Insight | Radeon Pro WX 4100 | Radeon 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.
| Insight | Radeon Pro WX 4100 | Radeon 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

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.

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.
| Feature | Radeon Pro WX 4100 | Radeon 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)
| Feature | Radeon Pro WX 4100 | 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Radeon Pro WX 4100 | Radeon RX 5500 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
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.
| Feature | Radeon Pro WX 4100 | 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 | 73.6 | 80.3+9% |
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).
| Feature | Radeon Pro WX 4100 | Radeon 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 |
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