GeForce MX250 vs Radeon RX 550X

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce MX250

10

2,375

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1650 (móvel)

GeForce RTX 2060 (Mobile)

RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

Radeon RX 550X

50

2,381

+0.3%

Radeon Vega 6

Radeon RX Vega11 Ryzen 7 3750H

Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 7 3750H

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB

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 GeForce MX250 is positioned at rank #291 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 MX250

#61

GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)

MSRP: $800|Avg: $350

98%

#62

GeForce RTX 2080 (móvel)

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $350

95%

#281

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

686%

#283

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

622%

#284

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

620%

#288

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

564%

#289

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

560%

#291

GeForce MX250

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

#292

Radeon 630

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

99%

#293

GeForce MX330

MSRP: $150|Avg: $100

99%

#297

Radeon RX 780

MSRP: $499|Avg: $721

97%

#300

GeForce 940MX

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

95%

#301

GeForce MX130

MSRP: $120|Avg: $50

95%

#302

Arc Graphics 130V

MSRP: $300|Avg: $250

95%

#303

Radeon R5 430

MSRP: $59|Avg: $50

95%

#304

GeForce MX150

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

95%

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 550X is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce MX250.

Insight	GeForce MX250	Radeon RX 550X
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%)
Longevity	Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 550X offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $45 versus $150 for the GeForce MX250, it costs 70% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 234.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce MX250	Radeon RX 550X
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+234.2%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)	✅More affordable ($45)

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce MX250 and Radeon RX 550X

GeForce MX250

The GeForce MX250 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 20 2019. 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: 2,375 points.

Radeon RX 550X

The Radeon RX 550X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in December 16 2018. 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: 2,381 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce MX250 scores 2,375 and the Radeon RX 550X reaches 2,381 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce MX250 is built on Pascal while the Radeon RX 550X uses GCN 4.0, both on a 14 nm process. Shader units: 384 (GeForce MX250) vs 512 (Radeon RX 550X). Raw compute: 0.7972 TFLOPS (GeForce MX250) vs 1.211 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 550X). Boost clocks: 1038 MHz vs 1183 MHz.

Feature	GeForce MX250	Radeon RX 550X
G3D Mark Score	2,375	2,381
Architecture	Pascal	GCN 4.0
Process Node	14 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	384	512+33%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.7972 TFLOPS	1.211 TFLOPS+52%
Boost Clock	1038 MHz	1183 MHz+14%
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 MX250	Radeon RX 550X
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)

The GeForce MX250 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 550X has 4 GB. The Radeon RX 550X offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce MX250	Radeon RX 550X
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	4 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	48 GB/s	Unknown
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (GeForce MX250) vs 12 (Radeon RX 550X). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce MX250	Radeon RX 550X
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12
Vulkan	1.2	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	3+50%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (GeForce MX250) vs UVD (Radeon RX 550X). Decoder: NVDEC 3rd Gen vs VCE. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9 (GeForce MX250) vs H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Radeon RX 550X).

Feature	GeForce MX250	Radeon RX 550X
Encoder	None	UVD
Decoder	NVDEC 3rd Gen	VCE
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9	H.264,HEVC,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce MX250 draws 10W versus the Radeon RX 550X's 50W — a 133.3% difference. The GeForce MX250 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce MX250) vs 300W (Radeon RX 550X). Power connectors: Mobile vs None. Card length: 0mm vs 145mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 85°C.

Feature	GeForce MX250	Radeon RX 550X
TDP	10W-80%	50W
Recommended PSU	350W	300W-14%
Power Connector	Mobile	None
Length	0mm	145mm
Height	0mm	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	75-12%	85°C
Perf/Watt	237.5+399%	47.6

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Value Analysis

The GeForce MX250 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Radeon RX 550X launched at $109 and now averages $45. The Radeon RX 550X costs 70% less ($105 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 15.8 (GeForce MX250) vs 52.9 (Radeon RX 550X) — the Radeon RX 550X offers 234.8% better value. The GeForce MX250 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2018).