GeForce MX550 vs Quadro P1000

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 MX550 is positioned at rank #187 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 MX550

#177

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

363%

#179

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

329%

#180

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

329%

#184

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

299%

#185

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

297%

#187

GeForce MX550

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

#195

GeForce GT625M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $45

94%

#197

Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

94%

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 GeForce MX550 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce MX550 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro P1000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro P1000 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 MX550.

Insight	GeForce MX550	Quadro P1000
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))
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 Quadro P1000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $80 versus $150 for the GeForce MX550, it costs 47% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 88.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce MX550	Quadro P1000
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+88.1%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)	✅More affordable ($80)

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 MX550 and Quadro P1000

GeForce MX550

The GeForce MX550 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 17 2021. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1065 MHz to 1320 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,480 points.

Quadro P1000

The Quadro P1000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 7 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1493 MHz to 1519 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 40W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,495 points. Launch price was $375.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce MX550 scores 4,480 and the Quadro P1000 reaches 4,495 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce MX550 is built on Turing while the Quadro P1000 uses Pascal, both on 12 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (GeForce MX550) vs 640 (Quadro P1000). Raw compute: 2.703 TFLOPS (GeForce MX550) vs 1.555 TFLOPS (Quadro P1000). Boost clocks: 1320 MHz vs 1519 MHz.

Feature	GeForce MX550	Quadro P1000
G3D Mark Score	4,480	4,495
Architecture	Turing	Pascal
Process Node	12 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	1024+60%	640
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.703 TFLOPS+74%	1.555 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1320 MHz	1519 MHz+15%
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	32	32
L1 Cache	2 MB+953%	0.19 MB
L2 Cache	2 MB+100%	1 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce MX550	Quadro P1000
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce MX550 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro P1000 has 4 GB. The Quadro P1000 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce MX550) vs 1 MB (Quadro P1000) — the GeForce MX550 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce MX550	Quadro P1000
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	4 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB+100%	1 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce MX550 draws 25W versus the Quadro P1000's 40W — a 46.2% difference. The GeForce MX550 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce MX550) vs 350W (Quadro P1000). Power connectors: Mobile vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce MX550	Quadro P1000
TDP	25W-38%	40W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	Mobile	PCIe-powered
Length	—	145mm
Height	—	69mm
Slots	—	1
Temp (Load)	—	70°C
Perf/Watt	179.2+59%	112.4

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Value Analysis

The GeForce MX550 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Quadro P1000 launched at $0 and now averages $80. The Quadro P1000 costs 46.7% less ($70 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 29.9 (GeForce MX550) vs 56.2 (Quadro P1000) — the Quadro P1000 offers 88% better value. The GeForce MX550 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2017).