Radeon X1550 vs Radeon 2100

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 Radeon 2100

#715

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

27142%

#717

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

24605%

#718

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

24540%

#722

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

22315%

#723

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

22163%

#725

Radeon 2100

MSRP: $149|Avg: $49

100%

#726

GeForce 6800

MSRP: $299|Avg: $50

95%

#727

Radeon 3100

MSRP: $199|Avg: $30

93%

#728

GeForce 6800 GT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $40

90%

#729

GeForce 7950 GX2

MSRP: $599|Avg: $80

85%

#730

MOBILITY RADEON X1800

MSRP: $399|Avg: $50

83%

#731

Mobility Radeon X1450

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

83%

#732

MOBILITY RADEON 9550

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

75%

#733

MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP

MSRP: $20|Avg: $5

75%

#734

GeForce 6200

MSRP: $129|Avg: $10

72%

#736

GeForce FX 5500

MSRP: $37|Avg: $30

55%

#737

MOBILITY RADEON 9800

MSRP: $229|Avg: $25

50%

#738

RADEON 9500

MSRP: $179|Avg: $30

50%

#739

RADEON X850 XT

MSRP: $499|Avg: $50

40%

#740

RADEON 9800

MSRP: $399|Avg: $399

37%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon 2100 uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon 2100 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon X1550 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 11.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon 2100.

Insight	Radeon X1550	Radeon 2100
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+11.7%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-11.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))	GCN 3.0 (2014−2019) (28nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon X1550 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $49 (vs $49), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 11.7% better value per dollar than the Radeon 2100.

Insight	Radeon X1550	Radeon 2100
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+11.7%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
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 X1550 Benchmark Check

Radeon 2100 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon X1550 and Radeon 2100

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.

Radeon 2100

The Radeon 2100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 13 2019. It features the GCN 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 730 MHz to 1024 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 60 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon X1550 scores 67 versus the Radeon 2100's 60 — the Radeon X1550 leads by 11.7%. The Radeon X1550 is built on GCN 4.0 while the Radeon 2100 uses GCN 3.0, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon X1550) vs 384 (Radeon 2100). Raw compute: 1.211 TFLOPS (Radeon X1550) vs 0.7864 TFLOPS (Radeon 2100). Boost clocks: 1183 MHz vs 1024 MHz.

Feature	Radeon X1550	Radeon 2100
G3D Mark Score	67+12%	60
Architecture	GCN 4.0	GCN 3.0
Process Node	14 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	512+33%	384
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.211 TFLOPS+54%	0.7864 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1183 MHz+16%	1024 MHz
ROPs	16+100%	8
TMUs	32+33%	24
L1 Cache	128 KB+33%	96 KB
L2 Cache	256 KB+100%	128 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon X1550	Radeon 2100
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	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 256 KB (Radeon X1550) vs 128 KB (Radeon 2100) — the Radeon X1550 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon X1550	Radeon 2100
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	256 KB+100%	128 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 9_0c (Radeon X1550) vs 9.0b (Radeon 2100). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.

Feature	Radeon X1550	Radeon 2100
DirectX	9_0c	9.0b
Max Displays	2	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Avivo (Radeon X1550) vs Avivo (Radeon 2100). Decoder: Avivo vs Avivo.

Feature	Radeon X1550	Radeon 2100
Encoder	Avivo	Avivo
Decoder	Avivo	Avivo
Codecs	—	MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon X1550 draws 50W versus the Radeon 2100's 50W — a 0% difference. The Radeon 2100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon X1550) vs 350W (Radeon 2100). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Radeon X1550	Radeon 2100
TDP	50W	50W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	168mm	—
Slots	1	0-100%
Perf/Watt	1.3+8%	1.2

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Value Analysis

The Radeon X1550 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the Radeon 2100 launched at $149 and now averages $49. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.4 (Radeon X1550) vs 1.2 (Radeon 2100) — the Radeon X1550 offers 16.7% better value. The Radeon 2100 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2017).