Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M Dual vs Radeon R6 M255DX

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 + HD 8600M Dual is positioned at rank #525 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 + HD 8600M Dual

#515

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

2742%

#517

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

2485%

#518

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

2479%

#522

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

2254%

#523

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

2239%

#525

Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

100%

#526

Mobility Radeon HD 4830

MSRP: $130|Avg: $20

99%

#527

Radeon HD 8610G + 8600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

99%

#528

Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7700M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

99%

#529

Radeon HD 7660G + 8670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

99%

#530

Mobility Radeon HD 4550

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

98%

#531

Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7700M Dual

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

98%

#532

Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7400M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

97%

#533

Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

97%

#534

Radeon HD 7620G + 8670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

97%

#536

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7700M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

97%

#538

Radeon R7 M445

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

96%

#539

Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

96%

#540

Mobility Radeon HD 540v

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon R6 M255DX is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.9% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M Dual.

Insight	Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M Dual	Radeon R6 M255DX
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.9%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.9%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN (2012−2015))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon R6 M255DX offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R6 M255DX holds the technical lead. Priced at $10 (vs $40), it costs 75% less, resulting in a 307.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M Dual	Radeon R6 M255DX
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+307.4%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40)	✅More affordable ($10)

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 + HD 8600M Dual Benchmark Check

Radeon R6 M255DX Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M Dual and Radeon R6 M255DX

Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M Dual

The Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M 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: 594 points.

Radeon R6 M255DX

The Radeon R6 M255DX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 4 2014. It features the GCN architecture. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 605 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M Dual scores 594 and the Radeon R6 M255DX reaches 605 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 640 (Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M Dual) vs 896 (Radeon R6 M255DX).

Feature	Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M Dual	Radeon R6 M255DX
G3D Mark Score	594	605+2%
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	640	896+40%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M Dual	Radeon R6 M255DX
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 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M Dual	Radeon R6 M255DX
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 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 + HD 8600M Dual) vs 12_0 (Radeon R6 M255DX). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 0.

Feature	Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M Dual	Radeon R6 M255DX
DirectX	11.2	12_0+7%
Max Displays	2	0

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0 (Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M Dual) vs VCE 2.0 (Radeon R6 M255DX). Decoder: UVD 3.0 vs UVD 4.2.

Feature	Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M Dual	Radeon R6 M255DX
Encoder	VCE 1.0	VCE 2.0
Decoder	UVD 3.0	UVD 4.2
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4	—

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M Dual draws 50W versus the Radeon R6 M255DX's 30W — a 50% difference. The Radeon R6 M255DX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M Dual) vs 350W (Radeon R6 M255DX). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M Dual	Radeon R6 M255DX
TDP	50W	30W-40%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	—	1mm
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	80	—
Perf/Watt	11.9	20.2+70%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M Dual launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Radeon R6 M255DX launched at $0 and now averages $10. The Radeon R6 M255DX costs 75% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 14.8 (Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M Dual) vs 60.5 (Radeon R6 M255DX) — the Radeon R6 M255DX offers 308.8% better value. The Radeon R6 M255DX is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2013).