Radeon R9 M485X vs Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

Radeon R9 M485X

2016Core: 723 MHz

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

2018Core: 1100 MHzBoost: 1287 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Radeon R9 M485X

250

3,801

0.0%

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

3,800

0.0%

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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Radeon R9 M485X is positioned at rank 393 and the Radeon RX 550X (móvel) is on rank 6, so the Radeon RX 550X (móvel) 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 R9 M485X

#383

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1285%

#385

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1165%

#386

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1162%

#390

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1056%

#391

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1049%

#393

Radeon R9 M485X

MSRP: $450|Avg: $150

100%

#394

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $100

100%

#395

Radeon HD 6650A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

99%

#396

GeForce 920A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

98%

#397

GeForce 930A

MSRP: $150|Avg: $20

98%

#398

Mobility Radeon HD 4650

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

97%

#399

Radeon R9 M290X

MSRP: $400|Avg: $60

95%

#401

Radeon HD 7670

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

95%

#402

Radeon HD 8550G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

94%

#403

Iris Pro Graphics 5200

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

92%

#404

Mobility Radeon HD 5000

MSRP: $99|Avg: $20

92%

#406

Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

92%

#407

Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

89%

#408

Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire

MSRP: $800|Avg: $200

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

100%

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

91%

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

90%

#13

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

82%

#14

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

82%

#18

Radeon RX 560X (móvel)

MSRP: $55|Avg: $55

80%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon RX 550X (móvel) uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon RX 550X (móvel) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon R9 M485X lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon R9 M485X is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX 550X (móvel).

Insight	Radeon R9 M485X	Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 3.0 (2014−2019))	🛑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	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 550X (móvel) offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $35 versus $150 for the Radeon R9 M485X, it costs 77% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 328.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon R9 M485X	Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+328.5%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)	✅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.

Radeon R9 M485X Benchmark Check

Radeon RX 550X (móvel) Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon R9 M485X and Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

Radeon R9 M485X

The Radeon R9 M485X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 15 2016. It features the GCN 3.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 723 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,801 points.

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

The Radeon RX 550X (móvel) is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 11 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1100 MHz to 1287 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,800 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon R9 M485X scores 3,801 and the Radeon RX 550X (móvel) reaches 3,800 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R9 M485X is built on GCN 3.0 while the Radeon RX 550X (móvel) uses GCN 4.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (Radeon R9 M485X) vs 640 (Radeon RX 550X (móvel)). Raw compute: 2.961 TFLOPS (Radeon R9 M485X) vs 1.647 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 550X (móvel)).

Feature	Radeon R9 M485X	Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
G3D Mark Score	3,801	3,800
Architecture	GCN 3.0	GCN 4.0
Process Node	28 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	2048+220%	640
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.961 TFLOPS+80%	1.647 TFLOPS
ROPs	32+100%	16
TMUs	128+220%	40
L1 Cache	512 KB+220%	160 KB
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon R9 M485X	Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
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 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit.

Feature	Radeon R9 M485X	Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit	256-bit+100%
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R9 M485X draws 250W versus the Radeon RX 550X (móvel)'s 50W — a 133.3% difference. The Radeon RX 550X (móvel) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R9 M485X) vs 350W (Radeon RX 550X (móvel)). Power connectors: Mobile vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Radeon R9 M485X	Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
TDP	250W	50W-80%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	Mobile	PCIe-powered
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	15.2	76.0+400%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon R9 M485X launched at $450 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Radeon RX 550X (móvel) launched at $35 and now averages $35. The Radeon RX 550X (móvel) costs 76.7% less ($115 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 25.3 (Radeon R9 M485X) vs 108.6 (Radeon RX 550X (móvel)) — the Radeon RX 550X (móvel) offers 329.2% better value. The Radeon RX 550X (móvel) is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2016).