Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
VS
GeForce GTX 1650

Radeon RX 550X (móvel) vs GeForce GTX 1650

AMD

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

2018Core: 1100 MHzBoost: 1287 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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 550X (móvel) is positioned at rank #6 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Excellent 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 RX 550X (móvel)

#6
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
100%
#8
91%
#9
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 Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 107.1% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX 550X (móvel).

InsightRadeon RX 550X (móvel)GeForce GTX 1650
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-107.1%)
Leading raw performance (+107.1%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 550X (móvel) offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $35 versus $75 for the GeForce GTX 1650, it costs 53% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 3.5% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightRadeon RX 550X (móvel)GeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+3.5%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($35)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)

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 550X (móvel) and GeForce GTX 1650

AMD

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.

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

The GeForce GTX 1650 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 23 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1485 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,869 points. Launch price was $149.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon RX 550X (móvel) scores 3,800 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 107.1%. The Radeon RX 550X (móvel) is built on GCN 4.0 while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 14 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 640 (Radeon RX 550X (móvel)) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 1.647 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 550X (móvel)) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 1287 MHz vs 1665 MHz.

FeatureRadeon RX 550X (móvel)GeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score
3,800
7,869+107%
Architecture
GCN 4.0
Turing
Process Node
14 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
640
896+40%
Compute (TFLOPS)
1.647 TFLOPS
2.984 TFLOPS+81%
Boost Clock
1287 MHz
1665 MHz+29%
ROPs
16
32+100%
TMUs
40
56+40%
L1 Cache
160 KB
896 KB+460%
L2 Cache
0.5 MB
1 MB+100%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRadeon RX 550X (móvel)GeForce GTX 1650
Upscaling Tech
FSR 2.1
FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation
FSR 3 (Compatible)
FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
AMD Anti-Lag
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon RX 550X (móvel) comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (Radeon RX 550X (móvel)) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureRadeon RX 550X (móvel)GeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
4 GB+100%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
Unknown
128 GB/s
Bus Width
256-bit+100%
128-bit
L2 Cache
0.5 MB
1 MB+100%
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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 550X (móvel) draws 50W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 40% difference. The Radeon RX 550X (móvel) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon RX 550X (móvel)) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None.

FeatureRadeon RX 550X (móvel)GeForce GTX 1650
TDP
50W-33%
75W
Recommended PSU
350W
300W-14%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
None
Length
229mm
Height
111mm
Slots
2
Temp (Load)
70°C
Perf/Watt
76.0
104.9+38%
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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 550X (móvel) launched at $35 MSRP and currently averages $35, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The Radeon RX 550X (móvel) costs 53.3% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 108.6 (Radeon RX 550X (móvel)) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the Radeon RX 550X (móvel) offers 3.5% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2018).

FeatureRadeon RX 550X (móvel)GeForce GTX 1650
MSRP
$35-77%
$149
Avg Price (30d)
$35-53%
$75
Performance per Dollar
108.6+4%
104.9
Codename
Polaris 23
TU117
Release
April 11 2018
April 23 2019
Ranking
#648
#323