Radeon 550 vs Radeon 820M

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.

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

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon 820M

#19

Radeon RX 5600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $150

96%

#22

Radeon RX 7700

MSRP: $449|Avg: $399

92%

#52

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

203%

#54

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

184%

#55

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

183%

#59

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

167%

#60

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

165%

#62

Radeon 820M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25

100%

#65

GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

98%

#66

GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

98%

#68

GeForce GTX 850M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon 820M is significantly newer (2024 vs 2017). The Radeon 820M likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon 550 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon 820M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon 550.

Insight	Radeon 550	Radeon 820M
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))	RDNA 3+ (2024) (4nm)
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 820M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $25 versus $79 for the Radeon 550, it costs 68% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 216.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon 550	Radeon 820M
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+216.4%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($79)	✅More affordable ($25)

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 550 Benchmark Check

Radeon 820M Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon 550 and Radeon 820M

Radeon 550

The Radeon 550 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 20 2017. 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: 2,140 points. Launch price was $79.

Radeon 820M

The Radeon 820M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 2 2024. It features the RDNA 3+ architecture. The boost clock speed is 2900 MHz. It has 128 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,143 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon 550 scores 2,140 and the Radeon 820M reaches 2,143 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon 550 is built on GCN 4.0 while the Radeon 820M uses RDNA 3+, both on 14 nm vs 4 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon 550) vs 128 (Radeon 820M). Boost clocks: 1183 MHz vs 2900 MHz.

Feature	Radeon 550	Radeon 820M
G3D Mark Score	2,140	2,143
Architecture	GCN 4.0	RDNA 3+
Process Node	14 nm	4 nm
Shading Units	512+300%	128
Boost Clock	1183 MHz	2900 MHz+145%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon 550	Radeon 820M
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 2 GB of video memory. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.

Feature	Radeon 550	Radeon 820M
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Bus Width	64-bit	System

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon 550 draws 50W versus the Radeon 820M's 30W — a 50% difference. The Radeon 820M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (Radeon 550) vs 350W (Radeon 820M). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Radeon 550	Radeon 820M
TDP	50W	30W-40%
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	—	0mm
Height	—	0mm
Slots	—	0
Temp (Load)	—	80
Perf/Watt	42.8	71.4+67%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon 820M costs 68.4% less ($54 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 27.1 (Radeon 550) vs 85.7 (Radeon 820M) — the Radeon 820M offers 216.2% better value. The Radeon 820M is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2017).