GRID V100-2Q vs Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
GRID V100-2Q
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GRID V100-2Q is positioned at rank 390 and the Radeon RX 550X (móvel) is on rank 6, so the Radeon RX 550X (móvel) offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID V100-2Q
Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon RX 550X (móvel) uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon RX 550X (móvel) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID V100-2Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID V100-2Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX 550X (móvel).
| Insight | GRID V100-2Q | Radeon RX 550X (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon RX 550X (móvel) offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $35 versus $2,000 for the GRID V100-2Q, it costs 98% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 5597.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID V100-2Q | Radeon RX 550X (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+5597.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($2,000) | ✅More affordable ($35) |
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 GRID V100-2Q and Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
GRID V100-2Q
The GRID V100-2Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 557 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,811 points.
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
The Radeon RX 550X (móvel) is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 11 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1100 MHz to 1287 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,800 points.
Graphics Performance
The GRID V100-2Q scores 3,811 and the Radeon RX 550X (móvel) reaches 3,800 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID V100-2Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Radeon RX 550X (móvel) uses GCN 4.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID V100-2Q) vs 640 (Radeon RX 550X (móvel)). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID V100-2Q) vs 1.647 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 550X (móvel)). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1287 MHz.
| Feature | GRID V100-2Q | Radeon RX 550X (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,811 | 3,800 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | GCN 4.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+220% | 640 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.825 TFLOPS+193% | 1.647 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1178 MHz | 1287 MHz+9% |
| ROPs | 64+300% | 16 |
| TMUs | 128+220% | 40 |
| L1 Cache | 768 KB+380% | 160 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 0.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID V100-2Q | Radeon RX 550X (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID V100-2Q) vs 0.5 MB (Radeon RX 550X (móvel)) — the GRID V100-2Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID V100-2Q | Radeon RX 550X (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 256-bit+300% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 0.5 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID V100-2Q draws 225W versus the Radeon RX 550X (móvel)'s 50W — a 127.3% difference. The Radeon RX 550X (móvel) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID V100-2Q) vs 350W (Radeon RX 550X (móvel)). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GRID V100-2Q | Radeon RX 550X (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 50W-78% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Perf/Watt | 16.9 | 76.0+350% |
Value Analysis
The GRID V100-2Q launched at $10000 MSRP and currently averages $2000, while the Radeon RX 550X (móvel) launched at $35 and now averages $35. The Radeon RX 550X (móvel) costs 98.3% less ($1965 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.9 (GRID V100-2Q) vs 108.6 (Radeon RX 550X (móvel)) — the Radeon RX 550X (móvel) offers 5615.8% better value. The Radeon RX 550X (móvel) is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2015).
| Feature | GRID V100-2Q | Radeon RX 550X (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $10000 | $35-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2000 | $35-98% |
| Performance per Dollar | 1.9 | 108.6+5616% |
| Codename | GM204 | Polaris 23 |
| Release | August 30 2015 | April 11 2018 |
| Ranking | #433 | #648 |
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