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Radeon HD 8550G
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Radeon HD 8550G is positioned at rank 151 and the GeForce 8800 GTS is on rank 700, so the Radeon HD 8550G offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 8550G
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 8800 GTS
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 8550G is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score and 59.7% more VRAM (512 MB vs 321 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 8800 GTS.
| Insight | Radeon HD 8550G | GeForce 8800 GTS |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+59.7%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon HD 8550G offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 8550G holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $50), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 1.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon HD 8550G | GeForce 8800 GTS |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1.7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 HD 8550G and GeForce 8800 GTS
Radeon HD 8550G
The Radeon HD 8550G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 5 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1000 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 130W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 414 points. Launch price was $249.
GeForce 8800 GTS
The GeForce 8800 GTS is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 15 2008. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 500 MHz. It has 224 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 407 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon HD 8550G scores 414 and the GeForce 8800 GTS reaches 407 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon HD 8550G is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce 8800 GTS uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (Radeon HD 8550G) vs 224 (GeForce 8800 GTS).
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G | GeForce 8800 GTS |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 414+2% | 407 |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | G9x |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 1024+357% | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G | GeForce 8800 GTS |
|---|---|---|
| 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 HD 8550G comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 8800 GTS has 321 MB. The Radeon HD 8550G offers 59.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G | GeForce 8800 GTS |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB+60% | 0.313 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon HD 8550G draws 130W versus the GeForce 8800 GTS's 150W — a 14.3% difference. The Radeon HD 8550G is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 8550G) vs 350W (GeForce 8800 GTS). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs Legacy.
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G | GeForce 8800 GTS |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 130W-13% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | Legacy |
| Length | — | 229mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 95°C |
| Perf/Watt | 3.2+19% | 2.7 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon HD 8550G launched at $50 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the GeForce 8800 GTS launched at $449 and now averages $50. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.3 (Radeon HD 8550G) vs 8.1 (GeForce 8800 GTS) — the Radeon HD 8550G offers 2.5% better value. The Radeon HD 8550G is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2008).
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G | GeForce 8800 GTS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $50-89% | $449 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | 8.3+2% | 8.1 |
| Codename | Pitcairn | NB9E-GTX |
| Release | March 5 2012 | July 15 2008 |
| Ranking | #503 | #825 |
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