Radeon Pro WX 4150
VS
Radeon RX 550

Radeon Pro WX 4150 vs Radeon RX 550

AMD

Radeon Pro WX 4150

2017Core: 1002 MHzBoost: 1053 MHz
VS
AMD

Radeon RX 550

2017Core: 1100 MHzBoost: 1183 MHz

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. The Radeon Pro WX 4150 is positioned at rank #155 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 Pro WX 4150

#72
Quadro P4200
MSRP: $1200|Avg: $110
98%
#74
RTX 5000 Ada Generation
MSRP: $4000|Avg: $4095
86%
#140
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
1677%
#155
Radeon Pro WX 4150
MSRP: $300|Avg: $120
100%
#158
Quadro M2200
MSRP: $500|Avg: $70
98%
#159
Quadro M4000
MSRP: $791|Avg: $350
96%
#160
FirePro W4100
MSRP: $183|Avg: $183
93%
#166
FirePro W5100
MSRP: $399|Avg: $50
85%
#167
Radeon Pro WX 4170
MSRP: $400|Avg: $120
81%
#168
FirePro W4300
MSRP: $379|Avg: $50
81%
#169
Quadro K2200
MSRP: $500|Avg: $40
81%
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 RX 550 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon Pro WX 4150.

InsightRadeon Pro WX 4150Radeon RX 550
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%)
Leading raw performance (+1.2%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 550 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon RX 550 holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $120), it costs 71% less, resulting in a 247% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightRadeon Pro WX 4150Radeon RX 550
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+247%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120)
More affordable ($35)

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 WX 4150 and Radeon RX 550

AMD

Radeon Pro WX 4150

The Radeon Pro WX 4150 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 1 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1002 MHz to 1053 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,642 points.

AMD

Radeon RX 550

The Radeon RX 550 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 20 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1100 MHz to 1183 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,674 points. Launch price was $79.

Graphics Performance

The Radeon Pro WX 4150 scores 2,642 and the Radeon RX 550 reaches 2,674 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon Pro WX 4150 is built on GCN 4.0 while the Radeon RX 550 uses GCN 4.0, both on a 14 nm process. Shader units: 896 (Radeon Pro WX 4150) vs 512 (Radeon RX 550). Raw compute: 1.887 TFLOPS (Radeon Pro WX 4150) vs 1.211 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 550). Boost clocks: 1053 MHz vs 1183 MHz.

FeatureRadeon Pro WX 4150Radeon RX 550
G3D Mark Score
2,642
2,674+1%
Architecture
GCN 4.0
GCN 4.0
Process Node
14 nm
14 nm
Shading Units
896+75%
512
Compute (TFLOPS)
1.887 TFLOPS+56%
1.211 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1053 MHz
1183 MHz+12%
ROPs
16
16
TMUs
56+75%
32
L1 Cache
224 KB+75%
128 KB
L2 Cache
1 MB+100%
0.5 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRadeon Pro WX 4150Radeon RX 550
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
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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (Radeon Pro WX 4150) vs 0.5 MB (Radeon RX 550) — the Radeon Pro WX 4150 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureRadeon Pro WX 4150Radeon RX 550
VRAM Capacity
4 GB
4 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
128-bit+100%
L2 Cache
1 MB+100%
0.5 MB
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_0) (Radeon Pro WX 4150) vs 12_0 (Radeon RX 550). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

FeatureRadeon Pro WX 4150Radeon RX 550
DirectX
12 (12_0)
12_0
Max Displays
4+33%
3
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 3.4 (Polaris) (Radeon Pro WX 4150) vs VCE 3.4 (Radeon RX 550). Decoder: UVD 6.3 vs UVD 6.3. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Decode Only) (Radeon Pro WX 4150) vs H.264,H.265 (Radeon RX 550).

FeatureRadeon Pro WX 4150Radeon RX 550
Encoder
VCE 3.4 (Polaris)
VCE 3.4
Decoder
UVD 6.3
UVD 6.3
Codecs
H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Decode Only)
H.264,H.265
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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon Pro WX 4150 draws 50W versus the Radeon RX 550's 50W — a 0% difference. The Radeon RX 550 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon Pro WX 4150) vs 300W (Radeon RX 550). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None.

FeatureRadeon Pro WX 4150Radeon RX 550
TDP
50W
50W
Recommended PSU
350W
300W-14%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
None
Length
155mm
Slots
0-100%
2
Temp (Load)
75°C
Perf/Watt
52.8
53.5+1%
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Value Analysis

The Radeon Pro WX 4150 launched at $300 MSRP and currently averages $120, while the Radeon RX 550 launched at $79 and now averages $35. The Radeon RX 550 costs 70.8% less ($85 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 22.0 (Radeon Pro WX 4150) vs 76.4 (Radeon RX 550) — the Radeon RX 550 offers 247.3% better value.

FeatureRadeon Pro WX 4150Radeon RX 550
MSRP
$300
$79-74%
Avg Price (30d)
$120
$35-71%
Performance per Dollar
22.0
76.4+247%
Codename
Baffin
Lexa
Release
March 1 2017
April 20 2017
Ranking
#620
#617