RADEON X550 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. The RADEON X550 is positioned at rank 334 and the Radeon 2100 is on rank 725, so the RADEON X550 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar RADEON X550

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

8534%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

8199%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

8104%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

8089%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

8073%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

8027%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

7926%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

7896%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

7824%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

7802%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

7708%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

7692%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

7553%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

7548%

#319

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

9412%

#334

RADEON X550

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

100%

#336

Radeon X1650 Pro

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

100%

#337

Radeon HD 8350

MSRP: $200|Avg: $39

96%

#339

Radeon X1950 GT

MSRP: $140|Avg: $49

89%

#340

GeForce 6600 GT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $50

85%

#341

RADEON X600 PRO

MSRP: $99|Avg: $10

80%

#342

Radeon X1600 Pro

MSRP: $149|Avg: $49

78%

#343

RADEON X300SE

MSRP: $60|Avg: $60

74%

#345

RADEON X800 GTO

MSRP: $199|Avg: $199

68%

#346

Radeon X1300

MSRP: $100|Avg: $49

68%

#347

Radeon X1600 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

68%

#348

Radeon X1800 GTO

MSRP: $249|Avg: $20

67%

#349

GeForce 7800 GT

MSRP: $449|Avg: $20

64%

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 X550 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon 2100 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 17.6% 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 X550.

Insight	RADEON X550	Radeon 2100
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-17.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+17.6%)
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 (+100%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The RADEON X550 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $10 versus $49 for the Radeon 2100, it costs 80% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 316.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	RADEON X550	Radeon 2100
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+316.5%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($10)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($49)

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 X550 Benchmark Check

Radeon 2100 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of RADEON X550 and Radeon 2100

RADEON X550

The RADEON X550 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: 51 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 X550 scores 51 versus the Radeon 2100's 60 — the Radeon 2100 leads by 17.6%. The RADEON X550 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 X550) vs 384 (Radeon 2100). Raw compute: 1.211 TFLOPS (RADEON X550) vs 0.7864 TFLOPS (Radeon 2100). Boost clocks: 1183 MHz vs 1024 MHz.

Feature	RADEON X550	Radeon 2100
G3D Mark Score	51	60+18%
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 X550	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)

The RADEON X550 comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon 2100 has 512 MB. The Radeon 2100 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 256 KB (RADEON X550) vs 128 KB (Radeon 2100) — the RADEON X550 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	RADEON X550	Radeon 2100
VRAM Capacity	0.25 GB	0.5 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	256 KB+100%	128 KB

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Power & Dimensions

The RADEON X550 draws 50W versus the Radeon 2100's 50W — a 0% difference. The Radeon 2100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON X550) vs 350W (Radeon 2100). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	RADEON X550	Radeon 2100
TDP	50W	50W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	Legacy	PCIe-powered
Slots	—	0
Perf/Watt	1.0	1.2+20%

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Value Analysis

The RADEON X550 launched at $60 MSRP and currently averages $10, while the Radeon 2100 launched at $149 and now averages $49. The RADEON X550 costs 79.6% less ($39 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.1 (RADEON X550) vs 1.2 (Radeon 2100) — the RADEON X550 offers 325% better value. The Radeon 2100 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2017).