Radeon HD 8550G vs Quadro 410
Radeon HD 8550G
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Radeon HD 8550G is positioned at rank 151 and the Quadro 410 is on rank 251, 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 Quadro 410
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro 410 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.1% 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.
| Insight | Radeon HD 8550G | Quadro 410 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro 410 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro 410 holds the technical lead. Priced at $25 (vs $50), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 106.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon HD 8550G | Quadro 410 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+106.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) | ✅More affordable ($25) |
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 Quadro 410
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.
Quadro 410
The Quadro 410 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 706 MHz. It has 1152 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 427 points. Launch price was $1,499.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon HD 8550G scores 414 and the Quadro 410 reaches 427 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon HD 8550G is built on GCN 1.0 while the Quadro 410 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,024 (Radeon HD 8550G) vs 1,152 (Quadro 410). Raw compute: 1.761 TFLOPS (Radeon HD 8550G) vs 1.627 TFLOPS (Quadro 410).
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G | Quadro 410 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 414 | 427+3% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1024 | 1152+13% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.761 TFLOPS+8% | 1.627 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 64 | 96+50% |
| L1 Cache | 256 KB+167% | 96 KB |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G | Quadro 410 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G | Quadro 410 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon HD 8550G draws 130W versus the Quadro 410's 100W — a 26.1% difference. The Quadro 410 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 8550G) vs 350W (Quadro 410). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G | Quadro 410 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 130W | 100W-23% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Perf/Watt | 3.2 | 4.3+34% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon HD 8550G launched at $50 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Quadro 410 launched at $149 and now averages $25. The Quadro 410 costs 50% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.3 (Radeon HD 8550G) vs 17.1 (Quadro 410) — the Quadro 410 offers 106% better value. The Quadro 410 is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2012).
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G | Quadro 410 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $50-66% | $149 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $25-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 8.3 | 17.1+106% |
| Codename | Pitcairn | GK104 |
| Release | March 5 2012 | July 23 2013 |
| Ranking | #503 | #604 |
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