Radeon R9 M470 vs Radeon RX 550X

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 M470 is positioned at rank #428 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 R9 M470

#418

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1630%

#420

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1478%

#421

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1474%

#425

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1340%

#426

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1331%

#428

Radeon R9 M470

MSRP: $350|Avg: $80

100%

#429

Radeon R9 M385X

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

100%

#431

Radeon R5 M430

MSRP: $99|Avg: $20

98%

#432

Mobility Radeon HD 5570

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

98%

#433

GeForce 810A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

98%

#434

GeForce GT 520MX

MSRP: $45|Avg: $10

97%

#435

Radeon R5 330

MSRP: $81|Avg: $45

97%

#437

Radeon HD 8450G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

96%

#438

Radeon R3

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

94%

#439

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

94%

#441

Radeon HD 8550G + 8600M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

93%

#443

Radeon R9 M360

MSRP: $300|Avg: $81

91%

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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon RX 550X uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon RX 550X likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon R9 M470 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon RX 550X is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R9 M470.

Insight	Radeon R9 M470	Radeon RX 550X
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 550X offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $45 versus $80 for the Radeon R9 M470, it costs 44% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 81.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon R9 M470	Radeon RX 550X
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+81.6%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($80)	✅More affordable ($45)

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 R9 M470 Benchmark Check

Radeon RX 550X Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon R9 M470 and Radeon RX 550X

Radeon R9 M470

The Radeon R9 M470 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 15 2016. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 900 MHz to 1000 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,331 points.

Radeon RX 550X

The Radeon RX 550X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in December 16 2018. 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: 2,381 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon R9 M470 scores 2,331 and the Radeon RX 550X reaches 2,381 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R9 M470 is built on GCN 2.0 while the Radeon RX 550X uses GCN 4.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 768 (Radeon R9 M470) vs 512 (Radeon RX 550X). Raw compute: 1.536 TFLOPS (Radeon R9 M470) vs 1.211 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 550X). Boost clocks: 1000 MHz vs 1183 MHz.

Feature	Radeon R9 M470	Radeon RX 550X
G3D Mark Score	2,331	2,381+2%
Architecture	GCN 2.0	GCN 4.0
Process Node	28 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	768+50%	512
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.536 TFLOPS+27%	1.211 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1000 MHz	1183 MHz+18%
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	48+50%	32
L1 Cache	192 KB+50%	128 KB
L2 Cache	256 KB	512 KB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon R9 M470	Radeon RX 550X
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: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 256 KB (Radeon R9 M470) vs 512 KB (Radeon RX 550X) — the Radeon RX 550X has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon R9 M470	Radeon RX 550X
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	256 KB	512 KB+100%

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R9 M470 draws 75W versus the Radeon RX 550X's 50W — a 40% difference. The Radeon RX 550X is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R9 M470) vs 300W (Radeon RX 550X). Power connectors: Mobile vs None.

Feature	Radeon R9 M470	Radeon RX 550X
TDP	75W	50W-33%
Recommended PSU	350W	300W-14%
Power Connector	Mobile	None
Length	—	145mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	—	2
Temp (Load)	—	85°C
Perf/Watt	31.1	47.6+53%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon R9 M470 launched at $350 MSRP and currently averages $80, while the Radeon RX 550X launched at $109 and now averages $45. The Radeon RX 550X costs 43.8% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 29.1 (Radeon R9 M470) vs 52.9 (Radeon RX 550X) — the Radeon RX 550X offers 81.8% better value. The Radeon RX 550X is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2016).