Radeon 630
VS
GeForce GTX 555

Radeon 630 vs GeForce GTX 555

AMD

Radeon 630

2019Core: 1082 MHzBoost: 1218 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 555

2011Core: 720 MHz

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. The Radeon 630 is positioned at rank #292 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 630

#61
GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)
MSRP: $800|Avg: $350
98%
#62
GeForce RTX 2080 (móvel)
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $350
95%
#282
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
689%
#284
625%
#285
623%
#289
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
567%
#290
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
563%
#292
Radeon 630
MSRP: $100|Avg: $50
100%
#293
GeForce MX330
MSRP: $150|Avg: $100
99%
#297
Radeon RX 780
MSRP: $499|Avg: $721
97%
#300
GeForce 940MX
MSRP: $100|Avg: $50
96%
#301
GeForce MX130
MSRP: $120|Avg: $50
95%
#302
Arc Graphics 130V
MSRP: $300|Avg: $250
95%
#303
Radeon R5 430
MSRP: $59|Avg: $50
95%
#304
GeForce MX150
MSRP: $150|Avg: $60
95%
#307
GeForce MX450
MSRP: $250|Avg: $200
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 630 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2011). The Radeon 630 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 1.8% 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 630.

InsightRadeon 630GeForce GTX 555
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1.8%)
Leading raw performance (+1.8%)
Longevity
GCN 4.0 (2016−2020) (14nm)
🛑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 $50 for the Radeon 630, it costs 40% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 69.7% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightRadeon 630GeForce GTX 555
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+69.7%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50)
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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon 630 and GeForce GTX 555

AMD

Radeon 630

The Radeon 630 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 13 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: 1,575 points.

NVIDIA

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.

Graphics Performance

The Radeon 630 scores 1,575 and the GeForce GTX 555 reaches 1,604 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon 630 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 630) vs 144 (GeForce GTX 555). Raw compute: 1.247 TFLOPS (Radeon 630) vs 0.4147 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 555).

FeatureRadeon 630GeForce GTX 555
G3D Mark Score
1,575
1,604+2%
Architecture
GCN 4.0
Fermi 2.0
Process Node
14 nm
40 nm
Shading Units
512+256%
144
Compute (TFLOPS)
1.247 TFLOPS+201%
0.4147 TFLOPS
ROPs
16
16
TMUs
32+33%
24
L1 Cache
128 KB
192 KB+50%
L2 Cache
512 KB+33%
384 KB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRadeon 630GeForce 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 630 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: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (Radeon 630) vs 384 KB (GeForce GTX 555) — the Radeon 630 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureRadeon 630GeForce GTX 555
VRAM Capacity
0.5 GB
1 GB+100%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
Unknown
Unknown
Bus Width
128-bit
128-bit
L2 Cache
512 KB+33%
384 KB
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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon 630 draws 50W versus the GeForce GTX 555's 70W — a 33.3% difference. The Radeon 630 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon 630) vs 450W (GeForce GTX 555). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.

FeatureRadeon 630GeForce GTX 555
TDP
50W-29%
70W
Recommended PSU
350W-22%
450W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
1x 6-pin
Length
210mm
Height
111mm
Slots
2
Temp (Load)
75°C
Perf/Watt
31.5+38%
22.9
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Value Analysis

The Radeon 630 launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the GeForce GTX 555 launched at $150 and now averages $30. The GeForce GTX 555 costs 40% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 31.5 (Radeon 630) vs 53.5 (GeForce GTX 555) — the GeForce GTX 555 offers 69.8% better value. The Radeon 630 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2011).

FeatureRadeon 630GeForce GTX 555
MSRP
$100-33%
$150
Avg Price (30d)
$50
$30-40%
Performance per Dollar
31.5
53.5+70%
Codename
Polaris 23
GF116
Release
May 13 2019
May 14 2011
Ranking
#757
#849