Radeon Pro 580X vs Radeon RX 580 2048SP
Radeon Pro 580X
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Radeon RX 580 2048SP
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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. The Radeon Pro 580X is positioned at rank #117 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon Pro 580X
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon RX 580 2048SP is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (16 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon Pro 580X.
| Insight | Radeon Pro 580X | Radeon RX 580 2048SP |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%) |
| Longevity | GCN 4.0 (2016−2020) (14nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon RX 580 2048SP offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $200 for the Radeon Pro 580X, it costs 70% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 237.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon Pro 580X | Radeon RX 580 2048SP |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+237.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($200) | ✅More affordable ($60) |
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 Pro 580X and Radeon RX 580 2048SP
Radeon Pro 580X
The Radeon Pro 580X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 18 2019. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1100 MHz to 1200 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,540 points.
Radeon RX 580 2048SP
The Radeon RX 580 2048SP is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 15 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1168 MHz to 1284 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,633 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon Pro 580X scores 7,540 and the Radeon RX 580 2048SP reaches 7,633 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon Pro 580X is built on GCN 4.0 while the Radeon RX 580 2048SP uses GCN 4.0, both on a 14 nm process. Shader units: 2,304 (Radeon Pro 580X) vs 2,048 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP). Raw compute: 5.53 TFLOPS (Radeon Pro 580X) vs 5.259 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 580 2048SP). Boost clocks: 1200 MHz vs 1284 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon Pro 580X | Radeon RX 580 2048SP |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 7,540 | 7,633+1% |
| Architecture | GCN 4.0 | GCN 4.0 |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 2304+13% | 2048 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 5.53 TFLOPS+5% | 5.259 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1200 MHz | 1284 MHz+7% |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 144+13% | 128 |
| L1 Cache | 576 KB+13% | 512 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon Pro 580X | Radeon RX 580 2048SP |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon Pro 580X comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 580 2048SP has 16 GB. The Radeon RX 580 2048SP offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit.
| Feature | Radeon Pro 580X | Radeon RX 580 2048SP |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 16 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 256-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.0 (Radeon Pro 580X) vs 12 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Radeon Pro 580X | Radeon RX 580 2048SP |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.0 | 12 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: VCE 3.4 (Radeon Pro 580X) vs VCE 3.4 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP). Decoder: UVD 6.3 vs UVD 6.3. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (Radeon Pro 580X) vs H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP).
| Feature | Radeon Pro 580X | Radeon RX 580 2048SP |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | VCE 3.4 | VCE 3.4 |
| Decoder | UVD 6.3 | UVD 6.3 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC | H.264,HEVC,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon Pro 580X draws 150W versus the Radeon RX 580 2048SP's 150W — a 0% difference. The Radeon RX 580 2048SP is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon Pro 580X) vs 450W (Radeon RX 580 2048SP). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 241mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | Radeon Pro 580X | Radeon RX 580 2048SP |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-22% | 450W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 0mm | 241mm |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 75°C-12% |
| Perf/Watt | 50.3 | 50.9+1% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon Pro 580X launched at $600 MSRP and currently averages $200, while the Radeon RX 580 2048SP launched at $229 and now averages $60. The Radeon RX 580 2048SP costs 70% less ($140 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 37.7 (Radeon Pro 580X) vs 127.2 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP) — the Radeon RX 580 2048SP offers 237.4% better value. The Radeon Pro 580X is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2018).
| Feature | Radeon Pro 580X | Radeon RX 580 2048SP |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $600 | $229-62% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200 | $60-70% |
| Performance per Dollar | 37.7 | 127.2+237% |
| Codename | Polaris 20 | Polaris 20 |
| Release | March 18 2019 | October 15 2018 |
| Ranking | #339 | #334 |
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