Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual vs Radeon R6

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 HD 8550G + 8500M Dual is positioned at rank #522 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 HD 8550G + 8500M Dual

#512

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

2701%

#514

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

2448%

#515

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

2442%

#519

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

2220%

#520

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

2205%

#522

Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

#523

Radeon HD 8610G + 8670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

#524

Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8750M Dual

MSRP: $250|Avg: $40

99%

#525

Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

99%

#526

Mobility Radeon HD 4830

MSRP: $130|Avg: $20

98%

#527

Radeon HD 8610G + 8600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

98%

#528

Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7700M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

98%

#529

Radeon HD 7660G + 8670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

98%

#530

Mobility Radeon HD 4550

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

97%

#531

Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

97%

#532

Radeon HD 7620G + 8670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

96%

#533

Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

96%

#534

Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7400M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

96%

#536

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

95%

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 R6 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2013). The Radeon R6 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon R6 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.5% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual	Radeon R6
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy)	GCN 4.0 (2016−2020) (14nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon R6 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $49 versus $150 for the Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual, it costs 67% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 210.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual	Radeon R6
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+210.7%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)	✅More affordable ($49)

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 HD 8550G + 8500M Dual Benchmark Check

Radeon R6 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual and Radeon R6

Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual

The Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M 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: 603 points.

Radeon R6

The Radeon R6 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: 612 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual scores 603 and the Radeon R6 reaches 612 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 640 (Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual) vs 512 (Radeon R6).

Feature	Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual	Radeon R6
G3D Mark Score	603	612+1%
Process Node	28 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	640+25%	512

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual	Radeon R6
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)

The Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon R6 has 0 MB. The Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual	Radeon R6
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11_2 (Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual) vs 12 (12_0) (Radeon R6). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual	Radeon R6
DirectX	11_2	12 (12_0)+9%
Max Displays	0	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: UVD 3 (Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual) vs VCE 2.0 (Radeon R6). Decoder: UVD 3 vs UVD 4.2.

Feature	Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual	Radeon R6
Encoder	UVD 3	VCE 2.0
Decoder	UVD 3	UVD 4.2
Codecs	—	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,DivX

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual draws 50W versus the Radeon R6's 50W — a 0% difference. The Radeon R6 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual) vs 350W (Radeon R6). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual	Radeon R6
TDP	50W	50W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	1mm	—
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	—	65°C
Perf/Watt	12.1	12.2

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Value Analysis

The Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Radeon R6 launched at $0 and now averages $49. The Radeon R6 costs 67.3% less ($101 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.0 (Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual) vs 12.5 (Radeon R6) — the Radeon R6 offers 212.5% better value. The Radeon R6 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2013).