Radeon X1550 vs Radeon X1650 SE

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.

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Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon X1650 SE is significantly newer (2023 vs 2017). The Radeon X1650 SE 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 X1650 SE is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon X1550.

Insight	Radeon X1550	Radeon X1650 SE
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))	RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) (7nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon X1650 SE offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $49 (vs $49), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 6% better value per dollar than the Radeon X1550.

Insight	Radeon X1550	Radeon X1650 SE
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+6%)
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 X1650 SE Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon X1550 and Radeon X1650 SE

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 X1650 SE

The Radeon X1650 SE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 17 2023. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 2581 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 71 points. Launch price was $549.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon X1550 scores 67 versus the Radeon X1650 SE's 71 — the Radeon X1650 SE leads by 6%. The Radeon X1550 is built on GCN 4.0 while the Radeon X1650 SE uses RDNA 2.0, both on 14 nm vs 7 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon X1550) vs 2,560 (Radeon X1650 SE). Boost clocks: 1183 MHz vs 2581 MHz.

Feature	Radeon X1550	Radeon X1650 SE
G3D Mark Score	67	71+6%
Architecture	GCN 4.0	RDNA 2.0
Process Node	14 nm	7 nm
Shading Units	512	2560+400%
Boost Clock	1183 MHz	2581 MHz+118%
ROPs	16	64+300%
TMUs	32	160+400%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon X1550	Radeon X1650 SE
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.

Feature	Radeon X1550	Radeon X1650 SE
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 9_0c (Radeon X1550) vs 9.0c (Radeon X1650 SE). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.

Feature	Radeon X1550	Radeon X1650 SE
DirectX	9_0c	9.0c
Max Displays	2	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Avivo (Radeon X1550) vs Avivo (Radeon X1650 SE). Decoder: Avivo vs Avivo.

Feature	Radeon X1550	Radeon X1650 SE
Encoder	Avivo	Avivo
Decoder	Avivo	Avivo
Codecs	—	MPEG-2,WMV9

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon X1550 draws 50W versus the Radeon X1650 SE's 250W — a 133.3% difference. The Radeon X1550 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon X1550) vs 350W (Radeon X1650 SE). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Radeon X1550	Radeon X1650 SE
TDP	50W-80%	250W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	168mm	—
Slots	1	1
Temp (Load)	—	75°C
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 Radeon X1650 SE launched at $0 and now averages $49. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.4 (Radeon X1550) vs 1.4 (Radeon X1650 SE) — the Radeon X1650 SE offers 0% better value. The Radeon X1650 SE is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2017).