Radeon RX 5500M vs Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS
Radeon RX 5500M
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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 RX 5500M is positioned at rank #46 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Great 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 RX 5500M
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon RX 5500M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Radeon RX 5500M | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%) |
| Longevity | RDNA 1.0 (2019−2020) (7nm) | Legacy (4nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 RX 5500M and Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS
Radeon RX 5500M
The Radeon RX 5500M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 7 2019. It features the RDNA 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1375 MHz to 1645 MHz. It has 1408 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 85W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,954 points.
Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS
The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in October 26 2023. The boost clock speed is 1250 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,000 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon RX 5500M scores 5,954 and the Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS reaches 6,000 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 1,408 (Radeon RX 5500M) vs 1,536 (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS). Boost clocks: 1645 MHz vs 1250 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon RX 5500M | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,954 | 6,000 |
| Process Node | 7 nm | 4 nm |
| Shading Units | 1408 | 1536+9% |
| Boost Clock | 1645 MHz+32% | 1250 MHz |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon RX 5500M | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon RX 5500M comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS has 0 MB. The Radeon RX 5500M offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 224 GB/s (Radeon RX 5500M) vs 135 GB/s (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS) — a 65.9% advantage for the Radeon RX 5500M. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Radeon RX 5500M | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | 224 GB/s+66% | 135 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon RX 5500M draws 85W versus the Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS's 30W — a 95.7% difference. The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon RX 5500M) vs 1W (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.
| Feature | Radeon RX 5500M | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 85W | 30W-65% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Integrated |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 70.0 | 200.0+186% |
Value Analysis
The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS costs 100+% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 59.5 (Radeon RX 5500M) vs Infinity (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS) — the Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS offers Infinity% better value. The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2019).
| Feature | Radeon RX 5500M | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $0 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 59.5 | Infinity |
| Codename | Navi 14 | — |
| Release | October 7 2019 | October 26 2023 |
| Ranking | #400 | #459 |
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