RADEON X550XT 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. The RADEON X550XT is positioned at rank 330 and the Quadro FX 550 is on rank 385, so the RADEON X550XT 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 X550XT

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

6477%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

6222%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

6150%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

6139%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

6127%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

6092%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

6015%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

5993%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

5937%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

5921%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

5850%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

5837%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

5732%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

5729%

#315

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

7143%

#330

RADEON X550XT

MSRP: $50|Avg: $40

100%

#334

Radeon X1650 Pro

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

76%

#336

RADEON X550

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

76%

#337

Radeon HD 8350

MSRP: $200|Avg: $39

73%

#339

Radeon X1950 GT

MSRP: $140|Avg: $49

68%

#340

GeForce 6600 GT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $50

64%

#341

RADEON X600 PRO

MSRP: $99|Avg: $10

61%

#342

Radeon X1600 Pro

MSRP: $149|Avg: $49

59%

#343

RADEON X300SE

MSRP: $60|Avg: $60

56%

#345

Radeon X1600 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

52%

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 X550XT is significantly newer (2019 vs 2008). The RADEON X550XT 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 Quadro FX 550 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 14.3% higher G3D Mark score. However, the RADEON X550XT offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	RADEON X550XT	Quadro FX 550
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-14.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+14.3%)
Longevity	GCN 4.0 (2016−2020) (14nm)	🛑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. Priced at $10 versus $40 for the RADEON X550XT, it costs 75% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 357.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	RADEON X550XT	Quadro FX 550
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+357.1%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40)	✅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 X550XT Benchmark Check

Quadro FX 550 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of RADEON X550XT and Quadro FX 550

RADEON X550XT

The RADEON X550XT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 27 2019. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1082 MHz to 1218 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 56 points.

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

In G3D Mark, the RADEON X550XT scores 56 versus the Quadro FX 550's 64 — the Quadro FX 550 leads by 14.3%. The RADEON X550XT 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 X550XT) vs 240 (Quadro FX 550). Raw compute: 1.247 TFLOPS (RADEON X550XT) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 550).

Feature	RADEON X550XT	Quadro FX 550
G3D Mark Score	56	64+14%
Architecture	GCN 4.0	Tesla 2.0
Process Node	14 nm	55 nm
Shading Units	512+113%	240
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.247 TFLOPS+100%	0.6221 TFLOPS
ROPs	16	32+100%
TMUs	32	80+150%
L2 Cache	512 KB+100%	256 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	RADEON X550XT	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 X550XT comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Quadro FX 550 has 128 MB. The RADEON X550XT offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (RADEON X550XT) vs 256 KB (Quadro FX 550) — the RADEON X550XT has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	RADEON X550XT	Quadro FX 550
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB+300%	0.125 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	512 KB+100%	256 KB

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Power & Dimensions

The RADEON X550XT draws 50W versus the Quadro FX 550's 189W — a 116.3% difference. The RADEON X550XT is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON X550XT) vs 350W (Quadro FX 550). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	RADEON X550XT	Quadro FX 550
TDP	50W-74%	189W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	Legacy	PCIe-powered
Length	168mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	1	—
Temp (Load)	65	—
Perf/Watt	1.1+267%	0.3

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Value Analysis

The RADEON X550XT launched at $50 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Quadro FX 550 launched at $150 and now averages $10. The Quadro FX 550 costs 75% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.4 (RADEON X550XT) vs 6.4 (Quadro FX 550) — the Quadro FX 550 offers 357.1% better value. The RADEON X550XT is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2008).