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Radeon R9 M370X
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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 R9 M370X is positioned at rank #471 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower 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 R9 M370X
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R9 M370X is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score and 33.3% more VRAM (4 GB vs 3 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 550 Ti.
| Insight | Radeon R9 M370X | GeForce GTX 550 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+33.3%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 550 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 550 Ti holds the technical lead. Priced at $25 (vs $100), it costs 75% less, resulting in a 296.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon R9 M370X | GeForce GTX 550 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+296.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100) | ✅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 R9 M370X and GeForce GTX 550 Ti
Radeon R9 M370X
The Radeon R9 M370X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 19 2015. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,570 points.
GeForce GTX 550 Ti
The GeForce GTX 550 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 15 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 900 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 116W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,558 points. Launch price was $149.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon R9 M370X scores 1,570 and the GeForce GTX 550 Ti reaches 1,558 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R9 M370X is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce GTX 550 Ti uses Fermi 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 640 (Radeon R9 M370X) vs 192 (GeForce GTX 550 Ti).
| Feature | Radeon R9 M370X | GeForce GTX 550 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,570 | 1,558 |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Fermi 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 640+233% | 192 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon R9 M370X | GeForce GTX 550 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon R9 M370X comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 550 Ti has 3 GB. The Radeon R9 M370X offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Radeon R9 M370X | GeForce GTX 550 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+33% | 3 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Media & Encoding
Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (Radeon R9 M370X) vs H.264 (GeForce GTX 550 Ti).
| Feature | Radeon R9 M370X | GeForce GTX 550 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | VCE 1.0 | — |
| Decoder | UVD 4.0 | — |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264 |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon R9 M370X draws 75W versus the GeForce GTX 550 Ti's 116W — a 42.9% difference. The Radeon R9 M370X is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R9 M370X) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 550 Ti). Power connectors: Mobile vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Radeon R9 M370X | GeForce GTX 550 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W-35% | 116W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-13% | 400W |
| Power Connector | Mobile | 1x 6-pin |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 20.9+56% | 13.4 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon R9 M370X launched at $300 MSRP and currently averages $100, while the GeForce GTX 550 Ti launched at $149 and now averages $25. The GeForce GTX 550 Ti costs 75% less ($75 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 15.7 (Radeon R9 M370X) vs 62.3 (GeForce GTX 550 Ti) — the GeForce GTX 550 Ti offers 296.8% better value. The Radeon R9 M370X is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2011).
| Feature | Radeon R9 M370X | GeForce GTX 550 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $300 | $149-50% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | $25-75% |
| Performance per Dollar | 15.7 | 62.3+297% |
| Codename | Cape Verde | GF116 |
| Release | May 19 2015 | March 15 2011 |
| Ranking | #758 | #761 |
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