Quadro FX 4700 X2 vs Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual

Quadro FX 4700 X2

2008Core: 602 MHz

Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual

2013Core: 720 / 825 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Quadro FX 4700 X2

150

676

+1.8%

GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB

GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER

Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual

664

0.0%

Mobility Radeon HD 3850

Mobility Radeon HD 5650

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 Quadro FX 4700 X2 is positioned at rank 401 and the Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual is on rank 665, so the Quadro FX 4700 X2 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 4700 X2

#386

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

64230%

#401

Quadro FX 4700 X2

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $15

100%

#402

Quadro FX 3700

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $500

100%

#403

GRID M10-0B

MSRP: $4000|Avg: $1000

96%

#404

Quadro FX 4600

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $50

87%

#406

GRID K340

MSRP: $3299|Avg: $57

87%

#407

Quadro FX 5600

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $50

78%

#409

Quadro FX 3500

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599

74%

#410

Quadro FX 1400

MSRP: $799|Avg: $30

70%

#411

GRID K1

MSRP: $4140|Avg: $120

70%

#413

GRID P4-1Q

MSRP: $5890|Avg: $185

52%

#414

GRID RTX6000-2Q

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1500

43%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual

#655

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

6540%

#657

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

5929%

#658

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

5913%

#662

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

5377%

#663

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

5340%

#665

Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

100%

#666

Mobility Radeon 4100

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

99%

#667

Radeon HD 2900 XT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $20

99%

#668

GeForce 9700M GT

MSRP: $200|Avg: $40

99%

#669

GeForce 9300 SE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

99%

#670

Mobility Radeon X2500

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

99%

#671

GeForce 9800M GTX

MSRP: $300|Avg: $30

91%

#672

Radeon HD 7520G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $250|Avg: $57

91%

#673

Mobility Radeon HD 4300 Serisi

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

90%

#674

GeForce 505

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

87%

#675

GeForce 9200M GE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

87%

#676

Mobility Radeon. HD 5470

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

86%

#677

Radeon HD 2600 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $40

86%

#678

GeForce 7500 LE

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

86%

#679

GeForce 9650M GT

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

83%

#680

GeForce 9650M GS

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

82%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro FX 4700 X2 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.8% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual.

Insight	Quadro FX 4700 X2	Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.8%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+700%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro FX 4700 X2 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro FX 4700 X2 holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $400), it costs 96% less, resulting in a 2614.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro FX 4700 X2	Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+2614.9%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($15)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($400)

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.

Quadro FX 4700 X2 Benchmark Check

Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro FX 4700 X2 and Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual

Quadro FX 4700 X2

The Quadro FX 4700 X2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 11 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 602 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 676 points. Launch price was $1,799.

Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual

The Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 825 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 664 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Quadro FX 4700 X2 scores 676 and the Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual reaches 664 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 192 (Quadro FX 4700 X2) vs 640 (Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual).

Feature	Quadro FX 4700 X2	Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual
G3D Mark Score	676+2%	664
Process Node	55 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	192	640+233%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro FX 4700 X2	Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual
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)

The Quadro FX 4700 X2 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual has 512 MB. The Quadro FX 4700 X2 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	Quadro FX 4700 X2	Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+700%	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro FX 4700 X2 draws 150W versus the Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual's 50W — a 100% difference. The Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 4700 X2) vs 350W (Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.

Feature	Quadro FX 4700 X2	Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual
TDP	150W	50W-67%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	1x 6-pin
Perf/Watt	4.5	13.3+196%

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Value Analysis

The Quadro FX 4700 X2 launched at $2999 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual launched at $400 and now averages $400. The Quadro FX 4700 X2 costs 96.3% less ($385 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 45.1 (Quadro FX 4700 X2) vs 1.7 (Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual) — the Quadro FX 4700 X2 offers 2552.9% better value. The Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).