Radeon RX 550X vs GRID M40

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GRID M40

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

94%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

93%

#250

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

5909%

#265

GRID M40

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

100%

#266

GRID M3-3020

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

100%

#267

GRID P40-8Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

100%

#268

FirePro V3800

MSRP: $129|Avg: $12

100%

#269

FirePro V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $15

99%

#270

FirePro 3D V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $40

98%

#271

FirePro S9050

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825

98%

#272

FirePro R5000

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150

96%

#273

GRID M6-8Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

95%

#276

GRID K120Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $20

94%

#277

Tesla M60

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $250

93%

#279

FirePro V7900

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

90%

#280

GRID P6-4Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

88%

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 GRID M40 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID M40 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon RX 550X offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Radeon RX 550X	GRID M40
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 550X offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $45 versus $100 for the GRID M40, it costs 55% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 111.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX 550X	GRID M40
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+111.6%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($45)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100)

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 RX 550X Benchmark Check

GRID M40 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX 550X and GRID M40

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.

GRID M40

The GRID M40 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1033 MHz to 1000 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,500 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon RX 550X scores 2,381 versus the GRID M40's 2,500 — the GRID M40 leads by 5%. The Radeon RX 550X is built on GCN 4.0 while the GRID M40 uses Maxwell, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon RX 550X) vs 384 (GRID M40). Raw compute: 1.211 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 550X) vs 0.7933 TFLOPS (GRID M40). Boost clocks: 1183 MHz vs 1000 MHz.

Feature	Radeon RX 550X	GRID M40
G3D Mark Score	2,381	2,500+5%
Architecture	GCN 4.0	Maxwell
Process Node	14 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	512+33%	384
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.211 TFLOPS+53%	0.7933 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1183 MHz+18%	1000 MHz
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	32	32
L1 Cache	128 KB	192 KB+50%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon RX 550X	GRID M40
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon RX 550X comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GRID M40 has 2 GB. The Radeon RX 550X offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (Radeon RX 550X) vs 2 MB (GRID M40) — the GRID M40 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon RX 550X	GRID M40
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 550X draws 50W versus the GRID M40's 50W — a 0% difference. The GRID M40 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (Radeon RX 550X) vs 350W (GRID M40). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Radeon RX 550X	GRID M40
TDP	50W	50W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	145mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	85°C	—
Perf/Watt	47.6	50.0+5%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 550X launched at $109 MSRP and currently averages $45, while the GRID M40 launched at $1000 and now averages $100. The Radeon RX 550X costs 55% less ($55 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 52.9 (Radeon RX 550X) vs 25.0 (GRID M40) — the Radeon RX 550X offers 111.6% better value. The Radeon RX 550X is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2016).