Radeon Pro WX 2100 vs Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

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 Pro WX 2100 is positioned at rank 118 and the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is on rank 635, so the Radeon Pro WX 2100 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 Pro WX 2100

#62

RTX A4500

MSRP: $1699|Avg: $800

99%

#63

RTX 4500 Ada Generation

MSRP: $2250|Avg: $2000

99%

#64

RTX 4000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1547

96%

#65

RTX A4000H

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $927

94%

#66

Radeon PRO W7800

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2200

87%

#103

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

1176%

#118

Radeon Pro WX 2100

MSRP: $149|Avg: $45

100%

#119

CMP 40HX

MSRP: $699|Avg: $120

100%

#124

Radeon Pro W5500X

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

98%

#125

Quadro T2000

MSRP: $600|Avg: $75

97%

#130

FirePro D300

MSRP: $500|Avg: $20

91%

#131

Radeon Pro WX 3200

MSRP: $199|Avg: $199

88%

#132

Radeon Pro WX 5100

MSRP: $499|Avg: $120

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

#625

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

5170%

#627

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

4687%

#628

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

4674%

#632

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

4250%

#633

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

4221%

#635

Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

MSRP: $899|Avg: $400

100%

#636

GeForce 8400M G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

100%

#637

GeForce 8400M GS

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

99%

#638

Mobility Radeon HD 2400 XT

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

99%

#639

GeForce 9100

MSRP: $40|Avg: $5

98%

#640

GeForce 9600M GT

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

97%

#641

GeForce 8300

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

97%

#642

Mobility Radeon HD 3430

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

95%

#643

Mobility Radeon HD serie 4200

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

94%

#644

GeForce 9300GE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

93%

#645

GeForce 9500 GS

MSRP: $110|Avg: $10

93%

#646

Mobility Radeon HD 3470 Hybrid X2

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

91%

#647

Mobility Radeon HD 4270

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

90%

#648

GeForce 8500 GT

MSRP: $89|Avg: $15

90%

#649

GeForce 9500 GT

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

90%

#650

Mobility Radeon X1600

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU uses modern memory architecture. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon Pro WX 2100 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon Pro WX 2100 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Radeon Pro WX 2100	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon Pro WX 2100 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $45 versus $400 for the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU, it costs 89% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 781.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon Pro WX 2100	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+781.8%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($45)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($400)

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 Pro WX 2100 Benchmark Check

Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon Pro WX 2100 and Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

Radeon Pro WX 2100

The Radeon Pro WX 2100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 4 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 925 MHz to 1219 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 35W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,871 points. Launch price was $149.

Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,886 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon Pro WX 2100 scores 1,871 and the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU reaches 1,886 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.

Feature	Radeon Pro WX 2100	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
G3D Mark Score	1,871	1,886
Process Node	14 nm	7 nm

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon Pro WX 2100	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon Pro WX 2100 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU has 0 MB. The Radeon Pro WX 2100 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	Radeon Pro WX 2100	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon Pro WX 2100 draws 35W versus the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU's 7W — a 133.3% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon Pro WX 2100) vs 1W (Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.

Feature	Radeon Pro WX 2100	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
TDP	35W	7W-80%
Recommended PSU	350W	1W-100%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Integrated
Length	168mm	—
Height	69mm	—
Slots	1	—
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	53.5	269.4+404%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon Pro WX 2100 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $45, while the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU launched at $899 and now averages $400. The Radeon Pro WX 2100 costs 88.8% less ($355 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 41.6 (Radeon Pro WX 2100) vs 4.7 (Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU) — the Radeon Pro WX 2100 offers 785.1% better value. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2017).