GeForce 6150SE vs Radeon 9550 / X1050

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 GeForce 6150SE is positioned at rank #707 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 GeForce 6150SE

#697

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

13081%

#699

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

11858%

#700

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

11827%

#704

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

10754%

#705

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

10681%

#707

GeForce 6150SE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $5

100%

#708

Mobility Radeon X1300

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

99%

#709

Mobility Radeon X1350

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

99%

#710

MOBILITY RADEON 9600/9700

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

96%

#711

GeForce 7900 GTX

MSRP: $499|Avg: $40

94%

#712

GeForce 6800 GS

MSRP: $249|Avg: $40

93%

#713

MOBILITY RADEON 9600

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

88%

#714

GeForce 6150

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

88%

#715

RADEON E4690

MSRP: $558|Avg: $558

88%

#716

MOBILITY RADEON X300

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

82%

#717

MOBILITY RADEON X700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

81%

#718

Mobility Radeon HD 4225

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

80%

#719

RADEON X800 SE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $15

78%

#720

MOBILITY RADEON 9700

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

66%

#721

Mobility Radeon HD 2300

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

61%

#722

GeForce 7800 GTX

MSRP: $599|Avg: $40

54%

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 9550 / X1050 uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon 9550 / X1050 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 6150SE lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon 9550 / X1050 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 16% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 6150SE.

Insight	GeForce 6150SE	Radeon 9550 / X1050
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-16%)	✅Leading raw performance (+16%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))	GCN 4.0 (2016−2020) (14nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce 6150SE offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $5 versus $49 for the Radeon 9550 / X1050, it costs 90% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 744.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce 6150SE	Radeon 9550 / X1050
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+744.8%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($5)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($49)

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.

GeForce 6150SE Benchmark Check

Radeon 9550 / X1050 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 6150SE and Radeon 9550 / X1050

GeForce 6150SE

The GeForce 6150SE is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 937 MHz to 1038 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 10W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 25 points.

Radeon 9550 / X1050

The Radeon 9550 / X1050 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 27 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: 29 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce 6150SE scores 25 versus the Radeon 9550 / X1050's 29 — the Radeon 9550 / X1050 leads by 16%. The GeForce 6150SE is built on Pascal while the Radeon 9550 / X1050 uses GCN 4.0, both on a 14 nm process. Shader units: 384 (GeForce 6150SE) vs 512 (Radeon 9550 / X1050). Raw compute: 0.7972 TFLOPS (GeForce 6150SE) vs 1.247 TFLOPS (Radeon 9550 / X1050). Boost clocks: 1038 MHz vs 1218 MHz.

Feature	GeForce 6150SE	Radeon 9550 / X1050
G3D Mark Score	25	29+16%
Architecture	Pascal	GCN 4.0
Process Node	14 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	384	512+33%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.7972 TFLOPS	1.247 TFLOPS+56%
Boost Clock	1038 MHz	1218 MHz+17%
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	24	32+33%
L1 Cache	144 KB+13%	128 KB
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 6150SE	Radeon 9550 / X1050
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce 6150SE	Radeon 9550 / X1050
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 9.0c (GeForce 6150SE) vs 9_0 (Radeon 9550 / X1050). Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce 6150SE	Radeon 9550 / X1050
DirectX	9.0c	9_0
Max Displays	1	2+100%

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 6150SE draws 10W versus the Radeon 9550 / X1050's 50W — a 133.3% difference. The GeForce 6150SE is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 6150SE) vs 350W (Radeon 9550 / X1050). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 165mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots.

Feature	GeForce 6150SE	Radeon 9550 / X1050
TDP	10W-80%	50W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	Legacy	PCIe-powered
Length	0mm	165mm
Height	0mm	—
Slots	0-100%	1
Temp (Load)	70°C	—
Perf/Watt	2.5+317%	0.6

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 6150SE launched at $30 MSRP and currently averages $5, while the Radeon 9550 / X1050 launched at $0 and now averages $49. The GeForce 6150SE costs 89.8% less ($44 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.0 (GeForce 6150SE) vs 0.6 (Radeon 9550 / X1050) — the GeForce 6150SE offers 733.3% better value. The Radeon 9550 / X1050 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2017).