RADEON X300SE vs RADEON 9550
RADEON X300SE
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
About G3D Mark
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. The RADEON X300SE is positioned at rank 343 and the RADEON 9550 is on rank 363, so the RADEON X300SE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar RADEON X300SE
Performance Per Dollar RADEON 9550
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The RADEON X300SE uses modern memory architecture. The RADEON X300SE likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The RADEON 9550 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RADEON X300SE is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 8.6% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (512 MB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RADEON 9550.
| Insight | RADEON X300SE | RADEON 9550 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+8.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-8.6%) |
| Longevity | RDNA 1.0 (2019−2020) (7nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The RADEON 9550 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $30 versus $60 for the RADEON X300SE, it costs 50% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 84.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RADEON X300SE | RADEON 9550 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+84.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60) | ✅More affordable ($30) |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of RADEON X300SE and RADEON 9550
RADEON X300SE
The RADEON X300SE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 28 2020. It features the RDNA 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1327 MHz to 1645 MHz. It has 1408 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 38 points.
RADEON 9550
The RADEON 9550 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: 35 points. Launch price was $79.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RADEON X300SE scores 38 versus the RADEON 9550's 35 — the RADEON X300SE leads by 8.6%. The RADEON X300SE is built on RDNA 1.0 while the RADEON 9550 uses GCN 4.0, both on 7 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 1,408 (RADEON X300SE) vs 512 (RADEON 9550). Raw compute: 4.632 TFLOPS (RADEON X300SE) vs 1.211 TFLOPS (RADEON 9550). Boost clocks: 1645 MHz vs 1183 MHz.
| Feature | RADEON X300SE | RADEON 9550 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 38+9% | 35 |
| Architecture | RDNA 1.0 | GCN 4.0 |
| Process Node | 7 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 1408+175% | 512 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.632 TFLOPS+282% | 1.211 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1645 MHz+39% | 1183 MHz |
| ROPs | 32+100% | 16 |
| TMUs | 88+175% | 32 |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB+500% | 0.25 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RADEON X300SE | RADEON 9550 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The RADEON X300SE comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the RADEON 9550 has 256 MB. The RADEON X300SE offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1.5 MB (RADEON X300SE) vs 0.25 MB (RADEON 9550) — the RADEON X300SE has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RADEON X300SE | RADEON 9550 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB+100% | 0.25 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB+500% | 0.25 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The RADEON X300SE draws 100W versus the RADEON 9550's 50W — a 66.7% difference. The RADEON 9550 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON X300SE) vs 350W (RADEON 9550). Power connectors: Legacy vs Legacy.
| Feature | RADEON X300SE | RADEON 9550 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 100W | 50W-50% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | Legacy |
| Perf/Watt | 0.4 | 0.7+75% |
Value Analysis
The RADEON X300SE launched at $60 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the RADEON 9550 launched at $129 and now averages $30. The RADEON 9550 costs 50% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.6 (RADEON X300SE) vs 1.2 (RADEON 9550) — the RADEON 9550 offers 100% better value. The RADEON X300SE is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2017).
| Feature | RADEON X300SE | RADEON 9550 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $60-53% | $129 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60 | $30-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.6 | 1.2+100% |
| Codename | Navi 14 | Lexa |
| Release | May 28 2020 | April 20 2017 |
| Ranking | #336 | #668 |
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