RADEON X550XT vs RADEON X550
RADEON X550XT
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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 X550XT is positioned at rank 330 and the RADEON X550 is on rank 334, so the RADEON X550XT offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar RADEON X550XT
Performance Per Dollar RADEON X550
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The RADEON X550XT uses modern memory architecture. The RADEON X550XT 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 X550XT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 9.8% 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 X550XT | RADEON X550 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+9.8%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-9.8%) |
| Longevity | GCN 4.0 (2016−2020) (14nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The RADEON X550 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 264.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RADEON X550XT | RADEON X550 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+264.3%) |
| 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of RADEON X550XT and RADEON X550
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.
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.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RADEON X550XT scores 56 versus the RADEON X550's 51 — the RADEON X550XT leads by 9.8%. The RADEON X550XT is built on GCN 4.0 while the RADEON X550 uses GCN 4.0, both on a 14 nm process. Shader units: 512 (RADEON X550XT) vs 512 (RADEON X550). Raw compute: 1.247 TFLOPS (RADEON X550XT) vs 1.211 TFLOPS (RADEON X550). Boost clocks: 1218 MHz vs 1183 MHz.
| Feature | RADEON X550XT | RADEON X550 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 56+10% | 51 |
| Architecture | GCN 4.0 | GCN 4.0 |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 512 | 512 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.247 TFLOPS+3% | 1.211 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1218 MHz+3% | 1183 MHz |
| ROPs | 16 | 16 |
| TMUs | 32 | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 128 KB | 128 KB |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB+100% | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RADEON X550XT | RADEON X550 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 X550XT comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the RADEON X550 has 256 MB. The RADEON X550XT offers 100% 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 (RADEON X550) — the RADEON X550XT has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RADEON X550XT | RADEON X550 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB+100% | 0.25 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB+100% | 256 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The RADEON X550XT draws 50W versus the RADEON X550's 50W — a 0% difference. The RADEON X550 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON X550XT) vs 350W (RADEON X550). Power connectors: Legacy vs Legacy.
| Feature | RADEON X550XT | RADEON X550 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W | 50W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | Legacy |
| Length | 168mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 65 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 1.1+10% | 1.0 |
Value Analysis
The RADEON X550XT launched at $50 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the RADEON X550 launched at $60 and now averages $10. The RADEON X550 costs 75% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.4 (RADEON X550XT) vs 5.1 (RADEON X550) — the RADEON X550 offers 264.3% better value. The RADEON X550XT is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2017).
| Feature | RADEON X550XT | RADEON X550 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $50-17% | $60 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | $10-75% |
| Performance per Dollar | 1.4 | 5.1+264% |
| Codename | Lexa | Lexa |
| Release | March 27 2019 | April 20 2017 |
| Ranking | #772 | #668 |
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