Radeon RX 580X vs Radeon RX 580 2048SP

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

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon RX 580 2048SP is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.8% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (16 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX 580X.

Insight	Radeon RX 580X	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
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	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 580 2048SP offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $60 (vs $60), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 1.8% better value per dollar than the Radeon RX 580X.

Insight	Radeon RX 580X	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1.8%)
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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 580X Benchmark Check

Radeon RX 580 2048SP Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX 580X and Radeon RX 580 2048SP

Radeon RX 580X

The Radeon RX 580X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 11 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1257 MHz to 1340 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 185W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,495 points.

Radeon RX 580 2048SP

The Radeon RX 580 2048SP is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 15 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1168 MHz to 1284 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,633 points.

⚡

Graphics Performance

The Radeon RX 580X scores 7,495 and the Radeon RX 580 2048SP reaches 7,633 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon RX 580X is built on GCN 4.0 while the Radeon RX 580 2048SP uses GCN 4.0, both on a 14 nm process. Shader units: 2,304 (Radeon RX 580X) vs 2,048 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP). Raw compute: 6.175 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 580X) vs 5.259 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 580 2048SP). Boost clocks: 1340 MHz vs 1284 MHz.

Feature	Radeon RX 580X	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
G3D Mark Score	7,495	7,633+2%
Architecture	GCN 4.0	GCN 4.0
Process Node	14 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	2304+13%	2048
Compute (TFLOPS)	6.175 TFLOPS+17%	5.259 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1340 MHz+4%	1284 MHz
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	144+13%	128
L1 Cache	576 KB+13%	512 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

✨

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon RX 580X	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1	FSR 2.1
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	AMD Anti-Lag

💾

Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon RX 580X comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 580 2048SP has 16 GB. The Radeon RX 580 2048SP offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 256 GB/s (Radeon RX 580X) vs 224 GB/s (Radeon RX 580 2048SP) — a 14.3% advantage for the Radeon RX 580X. Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit.

Feature	Radeon RX 580X	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	16 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	256 GB/s+14%	224 GB/s
Bus Width	256-bit	256-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FL 12_0) (Radeon RX 580X) vs 12 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon RX 580X	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
DirectX	12 (FL 12_0)	12
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 3.4 (Radeon RX 580X) vs VCE 3.4 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP). Decoder: UVD 6.3 vs UVD 6.3. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC (Radeon RX 580X) vs H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP).

Feature	Radeon RX 580X	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
Encoder	VCE 3.4	VCE 3.4
Decoder	UVD 6.3	UVD 6.3
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC	H.264,HEVC,VP9

🔌

Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 580X draws 185W versus the Radeon RX 580 2048SP's 150W — a 20.9% difference. The Radeon RX 580 2048SP is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Radeon RX 580X) vs 450W (Radeon RX 580 2048SP). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 241mm vs 241mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Radeon RX 580X	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
TDP	185W	150W-19%
Recommended PSU	500W	450W-10%
Power Connector	8-pin	8-pin
Length	241mm	241mm
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	—	75°C
Perf/Watt	40.5	50.9+26%

💰

Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 580X launched at $229 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the Radeon RX 580 2048SP launched at $229 and now averages $60. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 124.9 (Radeon RX 580X) vs 127.2 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP) — the Radeon RX 580 2048SP offers 1.8% better value.