Radeon 550X vs Iris Plus Graphics 650
Radeon 550X
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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 550X is positioned at rank #101 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon 550X
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon 550X uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon 550X likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Iris Plus Graphics 650 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Iris Plus Graphics 650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon 550X offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Radeon 550X | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%) |
| Longevity | GCN 4.0 (2016−2020) (14nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Iris Plus Graphics 650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $15 versus $45 for the Radeon 550X, it costs 67% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 205.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon 550X | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+205.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($45) | ✅More affordable ($15) |
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 Radeon 550X and Iris Plus Graphics 650
Radeon 550X
The Radeon 550X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 27 2019. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1082 MHz to 1218 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,475 points.
Iris Plus Graphics 650
The Iris Plus Graphics 650 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 3 2017. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1150 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm++ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,500 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon 550X scores 1,475 and the Iris Plus Graphics 650 reaches 1,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon 550X is built on GCN 4.0 while the Iris Plus Graphics 650 uses Generation 9.5, both on 14 nm vs 14 nm++. Shader units: 512 (Radeon 550X) vs 384 (Iris Plus Graphics 650). Raw compute: 1.247 TFLOPS (Radeon 550X) vs 0.8832 TFLOPS (Iris Plus Graphics 650). Boost clocks: 1218 MHz vs 1150 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon 550X | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,475 | 1,500+2% |
| Architecture | GCN 4.0 | Generation 9.5 |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm++ |
| Shading Units | 512+33% | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.247 TFLOPS+41% | 0.8832 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1218 MHz+6% | 1150 MHz |
| ROPs | 16+167% | 6 |
| TMUs | 32 | 48+50% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon 550X | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon 550X comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Iris Plus Graphics 650 has 0 MB. The Radeon 550X offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.
| Feature | Radeon 550X | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon 550X draws 50W versus the Iris Plus Graphics 650's 15W — a 107.7% difference. The Iris Plus Graphics 650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon 550X) vs 1W (Iris Plus Graphics 650). Power connectors: None vs Integrated.
| Feature | Radeon 550X | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W | 15W-70% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | None | Integrated |
| Length | — | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 29.5 | 100.0+239% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon 550X launched at $109 MSRP and currently averages $45, while the Iris Plus Graphics 650 launched at $0 and now averages $15. The Iris Plus Graphics 650 costs 66.7% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 32.8 (Radeon 550X) vs 100.0 (Iris Plus Graphics 650) — the Iris Plus Graphics 650 offers 204.9% better value. The Radeon 550X is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2017).
| Feature | Radeon 550X | Iris Plus Graphics 650 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $109 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $45 | $15-67% |
| Performance per Dollar | 32.8 | 100.0+205% |
| Codename | Lexa | Kaby Lake GT3e |
| Release | March 27 2019 | January 3 2017 |
| Ranking | #772 | #718 |
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