Radeon X1550 vs Quadro FX 550

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 Quadro FX 550

#370

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

34356%

#385

Quadro FX 550

MSRP: $150|Avg: $10

100%

#386

Quadro FX 350

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

100%

#387

Tesla M2070

MSRP: $3099|Avg: $50

98%

#388

GRID V100D-8Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000

98%

#389

GRID M10-0Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

93%

#390

Quadro FX 560

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

88%

#391

GRID V100-2Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $2000

88%

#392

Quadro FX 5800

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $40

81%

#393

FireStream 9170

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $20

74%

#394

RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q

MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565

74%

#395

Quadro FX 1700

MSRP: $699|Avg: $500

72%

#396

GRID P40-6Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

70%

#397

Quadro FX 540

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

63%

#398

Quadro FX 1500

MSRP: $699|Avg: $30

56%

#399

Quadro 7000

MSRP: $14499|Avg: $300

56%

#400

Tesla M2070-Q

MSRP: $5489|Avg: $50

56%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon X1550 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2008). The Radeon X1550 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 550 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon X1550 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4.7% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (512 MB vs 128 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro FX 550.

Insight	Radeon X1550	Quadro FX 550
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+4.7%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-4.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+300%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro FX 550 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro FX 550 holds the technical lead. Priced at $10 (vs $49), it costs 80% less, resulting in a 368.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon X1550	Quadro FX 550
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+368.1%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($49)	✅More affordable ($10)

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 X1550 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon X1550 and Quadro FX 550

Radeon X1550

The Radeon X1550 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 20 2017. 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: 67 points. Launch price was $79.

Quadro FX 550

The Quadro FX 550 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 11 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 610 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 189W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 64 points. Launch price was $3,499.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon X1550 scores 67 and the Quadro FX 550 reaches 64 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 4.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon X1550 is built on GCN 4.0 while the Quadro FX 550 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 14 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon X1550) vs 240 (Quadro FX 550). Raw compute: 1.211 TFLOPS (Radeon X1550) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 550).

Feature	Radeon X1550	Quadro FX 550
G3D Mark Score	67+5%	64
Architecture	GCN 4.0	Tesla 2.0
Process Node	14 nm	55 nm
Shading Units	512+113%	240
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.211 TFLOPS+95%	0.6221 TFLOPS
ROPs	16	32+100%
TMUs	32	80+150%
L2 Cache	256 KB	256 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon X1550	Quadro FX 550
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon X1550 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Quadro FX 550 has 128 MB. The Radeon X1550 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	Radeon X1550	Quadro FX 550
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB+300%	0.125 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	256 KB	256 KB

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon X1550 draws 50W versus the Quadro FX 550's 189W — a 116.3% difference. The Radeon X1550 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon X1550) vs 350W (Quadro FX 550). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Radeon X1550	Quadro FX 550
TDP	50W-74%	189W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	168mm	—
Slots	1	—
Perf/Watt	1.3+333%	0.3

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Value Analysis

The Radeon X1550 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the Quadro FX 550 launched at $150 and now averages $10. The Quadro FX 550 costs 79.6% less ($39 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.4 (Radeon X1550) vs 6.4 (Quadro FX 550) — the Quadro FX 550 offers 357.1% better value. The Radeon X1550 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2008).