Radeon R2 vs Quadro FX 5500

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 5500

#402

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

184662%

#417

Quadro FX 4500 X2

MSRP: $2799|Avg: $2799

100%

#418

Quadro FX 5500

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $30

100%

#419

Quadro FX 1000

MSRP: $500|Avg: $30

88%

#420

Quadro FX 3400/4400

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $50

75%

#421

Quadro FX 1300

MSRP: $599|Avg: $15

75%

#422

Quadro FX 4000

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $50

63%

#423

RADEON IGP 320

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

50%

#424

Quadro FX 500/FX 600

MSRP: $449|Avg: $15

25%

#425

Quadro FX 2000

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $40

13%

#426

GRID V100-8Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000

0%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon R2 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2008). The Radeon R2 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 5500 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon R2 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro FX 5500 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Radeon R2	Quadro FX 5500
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+5%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-5%)
Longevity	GCN 3.0 (2014−2019) (28nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro FX 5500 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $30 versus $49 for the Radeon R2, it costs 39% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 55.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon R2	Quadro FX 5500
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+55.6%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($49)	✅More affordable ($30)

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 R2 Benchmark Check

Quadro FX 5500 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon R2 and Quadro FX 5500

Radeon R2

The Radeon R2 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 13 2019. It features the GCN 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 730 MHz to 1024 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 254 points.

Quadro FX 5500

The Quadro FX 5500 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 11 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 610 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 189W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 242 points. Launch price was $3,499.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon R2 scores 254 versus the Quadro FX 5500's 242 — the Radeon R2 leads by 5%. The Radeon R2 is built on GCN 3.0 while the Quadro FX 5500 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 384 (Radeon R2) vs 240 (Quadro FX 5500). Raw compute: 0.7864 TFLOPS (Radeon R2) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 5500).

Feature	Radeon R2	Quadro FX 5500
G3D Mark Score	254+5%	242
Architecture	GCN 3.0	Tesla 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	55 nm
Shading Units	384+60%	240
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.7864 TFLOPS+26%	0.6221 TFLOPS
ROPs	8	32+300%
TMUs	24	80+233%
L2 Cache	128 KB	256 KB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon R2	Quadro FX 5500
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 R2 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Quadro FX 5500 has 1 GB. The Quadro FX 5500 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 128 KB (Radeon R2) vs 256 KB (Quadro FX 5500) — the Quadro FX 5500 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon R2	Quadro FX 5500
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	1 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	128 KB	256 KB+100%

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R2 draws 50W versus the Quadro FX 5500's 189W — a 116.3% difference. The Radeon R2 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R2) vs 350W (Quadro FX 5500). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Radeon R2	Quadro FX 5500
TDP	50W-74%	189W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	0mm	—
Slots	0	—
Perf/Watt	5.1+292%	1.3

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Value Analysis

The Radeon R2 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the Quadro FX 5500 launched at $2999 and now averages $30. The Quadro FX 5500 costs 38.8% less ($19 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.2 (Radeon R2) vs 8.1 (Quadro FX 5500) — the Quadro FX 5500 offers 55.8% better value. The Radeon R2 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2008).