Radeon 540X vs GeForce GTX 555

Radeon 540X

2018Core: 980 MHzBoost: 1046 MHz

GeForce GTX 555

2011Core: 720 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Radeon 540X

1,588

0.0%

Radeon R5 430

Radeon R7 M465

Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

GeForce GTX 555

1,604

+1.0%

RTX 2000E Ada Generation

TITAN V

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 Radeon 540X is positioned at rank #288 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 Radeon 540X

#61

GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)

MSRP: $800|Avg: $350

96%

#278

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

677%

#280

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

614%

#281

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

612%

#285

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

556%

#286

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

553%

#288

Radeon 540X

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

100%

#289

GeForce 930MX

MSRP: $80|Avg: $25

100%

#291

GeForce MX250

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

99%

#292

Radeon 630

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

98%

#293

GeForce MX330

MSRP: $150|Avg: $100

98%

#297

Radeon RX 780

MSRP: $499|Avg: $721

96%

#300

GeForce 940MX

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

94%

#301

GeForce MX130

MSRP: $120|Avg: $50

94%

#302

Arc Graphics 130V

MSRP: $300|Avg: $250

94%

#303

Radeon R5 430

MSRP: $59|Avg: $50

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 Radeon 540X is significantly newer (2018 vs 2011). The Radeon 540X likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 555 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 555 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (1 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon 540X.

Insight	Radeon 540X	GeForce GTX 555
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))
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 GeForce GTX 555 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $30 versus $40 for the Radeon 540X, it costs 25% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 34.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon 540X	GeForce GTX 555
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+34.7%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40)	✅More affordable ($30)

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.

Radeon 540X Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 555 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon 540X and GeForce GTX 555

Radeon 540X

The Radeon 540X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in September 5 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 980 MHz to 1046 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,588 points.

GeForce GTX 555

The GeForce GTX 555 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 14 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 720 MHz. It has 144 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 70W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,604 points. Launch price was $149.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon 540X scores 1,588 and the GeForce GTX 555 reaches 1,604 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon 540X is built on GCN 4.0 while the GeForce GTX 555 uses Fermi 2.0, both on 14 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon 540X) vs 144 (GeForce GTX 555). Raw compute: 1.071 TFLOPS (Radeon 540X) vs 0.4147 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 555).

Feature	Radeon 540X	GeForce GTX 555
G3D Mark Score	1,588	1,604+1%
Architecture	GCN 4.0	Fermi 2.0
Process Node	14 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	512+256%	144
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.071 TFLOPS+158%	0.4147 TFLOPS
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	32+33%	24
L1 Cache	128 KB	192 KB+50%
L2 Cache	512 KB+33%	384 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon 540X	GeForce GTX 555
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon 540X comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 555 has 1 GB. The GeForce GTX 555 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (Radeon 540X) vs 384 KB (GeForce GTX 555) — the Radeon 540X has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon 540X	GeForce GTX 555
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	1 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	512 KB+33%	384 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (Radeon 540X) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 555). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

Feature	Radeon 540X	GeForce GTX 555
DirectX	12	12 (11_0)
Vulkan	1.3+8%	1.2
OpenGL	4.5	4.6+2%
Max Displays	3+50%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: UVD (Radeon 540X) vs PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTX 555). Decoder: VCE vs PureVideo HD VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,MPEG-4,VC-1 (Radeon 540X) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 555).

Feature	Radeon 540X	GeForce GTX 555
Encoder	UVD	PureVideo HD VP4
Decoder	VCE	PureVideo HD VP4
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-2,MPEG-4,VC-1	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon 540X draws 50W versus the GeForce GTX 555's 70W — a 33.3% difference. The Radeon 540X is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon 540X) vs 450W (GeForce GTX 555). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 210mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 75°C.

Feature	Radeon 540X	GeForce GTX 555
TDP	50W-29%	70W
Recommended PSU	350W-22%	450W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	1x 6-pin
Length	0mm	210mm
Height	0mm	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	75°C	75°C
Perf/Watt	31.8+39%	22.9

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Value Analysis

The Radeon 540X launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GeForce GTX 555 launched at $150 and now averages $30. The GeForce GTX 555 costs 25% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 39.7 (Radeon 540X) vs 53.5 (GeForce GTX 555) — the GeForce GTX 555 offers 34.8% better value. The Radeon 540X is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2011).