RTX A5500 vs RTX A4500
RTX A5500
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RTX A4500
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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
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Performance Per Dollar RTX A5500
Performance Per Dollar RTX A4500
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTX A5500 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.1% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (24 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RTX A4500.
| Insight | RTX A5500 | RTX A4500 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.1%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere / 8nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (24 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (2 GB) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The RTX A4500 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $800 versus $2,200 for the RTX A5500, it costs 64% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 174.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RTX A5500 | RTX A4500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+174.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($2,200) | ✅More affordable ($800) |
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 RTX A5500 and RTX A4500
RTX A5500
The RTX A5500 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 22 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1080 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 10240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 230W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 80 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 21,108 points.
RTX A4500
The RTX A4500 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 23 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1050 MHz to 1650 MHz. It has 7168 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 56 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 21,094 points.
Graphics Performance
The RTX A5500 scores 21,108 and the RTX A4500 reaches 21,094 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The RTX A5500 is built on Ampere while the RTX A4500 uses Ampere, both on a 8 nm process. Shader units: 10,240 (RTX A5500) vs 7,168 (RTX A4500). Raw compute: 34.1 TFLOPS (RTX A5500) vs 23.65 TFLOPS (RTX A4500). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1650 MHz. Ray tracing: 80 RT cores (RTX A5500) vs 56 (RTX A4500) with 320 Tensor cores vs 224.
| Feature | RTX A5500 | RTX A4500 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 21,108 | 21,094 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ampere |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 10240+43% | 7168 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 34.1 TFLOPS+44% | 23.65 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1665 MHz | 1650 MHz |
| ROPs | 96 | 96 |
| TMUs | 320+43% | 224 |
| L1 Cache | 10 MB+43% | 7 MB |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB | 6 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 80+43% | 56 |
| Tensor Cores | 320+43% | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RTX A5500 | RTX A4500 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The RTX A5500 comes with 24 GB of VRAM, while the RTX A4500 has 2 GB. The RTX A5500 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 768 GB/s (RTX A5500) vs 448 GB/s (RTX A4500) — a 71.4% advantage for the RTX A5500. Bus width: 384-bit vs 192-bit.
| Feature | RTX A5500 | RTX A4500 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 24 GB+1100% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 768 GB/s+71% | 448 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 384-bit+100% | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB | 6 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (RTX A5500) vs 12.1 (RTX A4500). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | RTX A5500 | RTX A4500 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 7th Gen NVENC (2x) (RTX A5500) vs 7th Gen NVENC (2x) (RTX A4500). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (RTX A5500) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (RTX A4500).
| Feature | RTX A5500 | RTX A4500 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 7th Gen NVENC (2x) | 7th Gen NVENC (2x) |
| Decoder | 5th Gen NVDEC | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) |
Power & Dimensions
The RTX A5500 draws 230W versus the RTX A4500's 200W — a 14% difference. The RTX A4500 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (RTX A5500) vs 450W (RTX A4500). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | RTX A5500 | RTX A4500 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 230W | 200W-13% |
| Recommended PSU | 450W | 450W |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 267mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 91.8 | 105.5+15% |
Value Analysis
The RTX A5500 launched at $3600 MSRP and currently averages $2200, while the RTX A4500 launched at $1699 and now averages $800. The RTX A4500 costs 63.6% less ($1400 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.6 (RTX A5500) vs 26.4 (RTX A4500) — the RTX A4500 offers 175% better value. The RTX A5500 is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2021).
| Feature | RTX A5500 | RTX A4500 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3600 | $1699-53% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2200 | $800-64% |
| Performance per Dollar | 9.6 | 26.4+175% |
| Codename | GA102 | GA102 |
| Release | March 22 2022 | November 23 2021 |
| Ranking | #67 | #68 |
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