
RADEON X800 PRO vs Radeon X1550

RADEON X800 PRO
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Radeon X1550
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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. The RADEON X800 PRO is positioned at rank #371 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar RADEON X800 PRO
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The RADEON X800 PRO uses modern memory architecture. The RADEON X800 PRO 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 X1550 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.1% 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 X800 PRO.
| Insight | RADEON X800 PRO | Radeon X1550 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.1%) |
| Longevity | RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) (7nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The RADEON X800 PRO offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $15 versus $49 for the Radeon X1550, it costs 69% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 216.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RADEON X800 PRO | Radeon X1550 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+216.9%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($15) | ⚠️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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of RADEON X800 PRO and Radeon X1550

RADEON X800 PRO
The RADEON X800 PRO is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 28 2020. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1700 MHz to 2105 MHz. It has 3840 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. It features 60 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 65 points. Launch price was $579.

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.
Graphics Performance
The RADEON X800 PRO scores 65 and the Radeon X1550 reaches 67 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The RADEON X800 PRO is built on RDNA 2.0 while the Radeon X1550 uses GCN 4.0, both on 7 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 3,840 (RADEON X800 PRO) vs 512 (Radeon X1550). Raw compute: 16.17 TFLOPS (RADEON X800 PRO) vs 1.211 TFLOPS (Radeon X1550). Boost clocks: 2105 MHz vs 1183 MHz.
| Feature | RADEON X800 PRO | Radeon X1550 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 65 | 67+3% |
| Architecture | RDNA 2.0 | GCN 4.0 |
| Process Node | 7 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 3840+650% | 512 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 16.17 TFLOPS+1235% | 1.211 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2105 MHz+78% | 1183 MHz |
| ROPs | 96+500% | 16 |
| TMUs | 240+650% | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 768 KB+500% | 128 KB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+1500% | 0.25 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RADEON X800 PRO | Radeon X1550 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 X800 PRO comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon X1550 has 512 MB. The Radeon X1550 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (RADEON X800 PRO) vs 0.25 MB (Radeon X1550) — the RADEON X800 PRO has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RADEON X800 PRO | Radeon X1550 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.25 GB | 0.5 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+1500% | 0.25 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The RADEON X800 PRO draws 250W versus the Radeon X1550's 50W — a 133.3% difference. The Radeon X1550 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON X800 PRO) vs 350W (Radeon X1550). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | RADEON X800 PRO | Radeon X1550 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 250W | 50W-80% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 168mm |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Perf/Watt | 0.3 | 1.3+333% |
Value Analysis
The RADEON X800 PRO launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the Radeon X1550 launched at $0 and now averages $49. The RADEON X800 PRO costs 69.4% less ($34 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.3 (RADEON X800 PRO) vs 1.4 (Radeon X1550) — the RADEON X800 PRO offers 207.1% better value. The RADEON X800 PRO is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2017).
| Feature | RADEON X800 PRO | Radeon X1550 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $399 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-69% | $49 |
| Performance per Dollar | 4.3+207% | 1.4 |
| Codename | Navi 21 | Lexa |
| Release | October 28 2020 | April 20 2017 |
| Ranking | #65 | #668 |
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