NVIDIA
GeForce MX550 vs Radeon 520
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
AMD
Radeon 520
Aggregate performance score
We've compared GeForce MX550 and Radeon 520 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗Radeon 520 outperforms GeForce MX550 by ~19% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+19%
Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better. How is this calculated?H2HBench Data Quality
Low confidenceSpecifications: Field verification not recordedVerified gaming results: 0Estimated / unverified results: 32Price record updated: Sep 6, 2026
Limited verified data
H2HBench Verdict
Higher catalog score: GeForce MX550 (~8%)
The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.
Reasons to consider GeForce MX550
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 7.5 · NVIDIA Image Scaling (NIS)
Reasons to consider Radeon 520
- Higher catalog performance index
- Higher catalog value index
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 2.0 / DirectCompute 5.0 · Not supported
Catalog metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
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AMDPerformance
Price / performance
3238
5565
Graphics card ranking
Positions 110–115of 411
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
GeForce MX550
93 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
32
38Better
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
29
34Better
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
27
31Better
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
100Better
33
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
43Better
40
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
Release date
HDMI
DisplayPort
Max resolution
Max monitors
USB Type-C
Recommended PSU
Length
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
TFLOPS
Power consumption—
Architecture
Memory type
Compute API
Launch price——
Shader units / cores
Interface
Die size
Memory cache
Clock speed—
Base clock
Boost clock
VRAM
Memory frequency—
Memory bus
Memory bandwidth—
Transistor count
Power connector
Thickness
Power consumption—
Process node—
Device class
Upscaling
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares GeForce MX550 and Radeon 520 across curated H2H Lab game presets. The useful signal is not only average FPS, but also how each device behaves at 1440p and 4K, how memory capacity and bus width affect heavy textures, and whether the game engine favors raster performance, ray tracing, or driver maturity.
GeForce MX550Radeon 520
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2
1080p High
159 FPS
157 FPS
1080p Ultra
112 FPS
111 FPS
1440p Ultra
60 FPS
86 FPS
4K Ultra
22 FPS
43 FPS
Counter-Strike 2GeForce MX550159 FPSRadeon 520157 FPSGeForce MX550112 FPSRadeon 520111 FPSGeForce MX55060 FPSRadeon 52086 FPSGeForce MX55022 FPSRadeon 52043 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077GeForce MX550103 FPSRadeon 520102 FPSGeForce MX55089 FPSRadeon 52088 FPSGeForce MX55044 FPSRadeon 52062 FPSGeForce MX55015 FPSRadeon 52029 FPS
Forza Horizon 5GeForce MX550130 FPSRadeon 520128 FPSGeForce MX55084 FPSRadeon 52083 FPSGeForce MX55054 FPSRadeon 52077 FPSGeForce MX55032 FPSRadeon 52063 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyGeForce MX55084 FPSRadeon 52083 FPSGeForce MX55070 FPSRadeon 52069 FPSGeForce MX55039 FPSRadeon 52056 FPSGeForce MX55015 FPSRadeon 52029 FPS
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100323817%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 10038380%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 10040385%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100600200%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1001000200%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
H2H AI workload indices
Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100453817%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100433812%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 10040385%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100483823%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 10041388%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling
DirectX12.112.0
Vulkan1.41.2
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingNVIDIA Image Scaling (NIS)Not supported
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 7.5OpenCL 2.0 / DirectCompute 5.0
Architecture and release
ArchitecturePascal / Turing / AmperePolaris
Process node12 nm—
Release date20212017
Device classMobileMobile
GPU cores, die and clocks
Transistor count4700 millionNot publicly specified
Die size200 mm²Not publicly specified
Shader units / cores1024Not publicly specified
Base clock1065 MHzOEM/TGP dependent
Boost clock1320 MHzOEM/TGP dependent
Board size, power and compatibility
InterfacePCIe 4.0 x8OEM platform dependent
LengthOEM dependentOEM dependent
ThicknessIGPOEM dependent
Recommended PSUOEM dependentOEM dependent
Power connectorNoneIntegrated laptop power
Display outputs and limits
HDMIOEM dependentOEM dependent
DisplayPortOEM dependentOEM dependent
USB Type-COEM dependentOEM dependent
Max monitorsOEM dependentOEM dependent
Max resolutionDepends on host systemOEM dependent
Memory and compute throughput
VRAM2 GB GDDR6OEM configuration dependent
Memory typeGDDR5 / GDDR6GDDR5
Memory bus64 bitOEM configuration dependent
TFLOPS2.703OEM/TGP dependent
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Explain this comparison
Beyond percentages: causes, relevant specifications, and practical impact behind every chart.
What AI will explain
Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.
Evidence details
Data coverage
- Verified gaming results
- 0
- Verified synthetic results
- 0
- Games with verified results
- 0
- Verified community results
- 0
- Estimated / unverified results
- 32
- Specifications
- 0 / 62
Calculated scores · How is this calculated?
Scores use the catalog model and may include estimated inputs. Open each score to see its origin and the methodology.
clamp(round(performance × 0.7 + (efficiency ?? 50) × 0.2 + (value is missing ? 0 : (value − 50) × 0.2)), 0, 100)Price evidence · View sources (2)
Verified community results
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Comparison history
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Why you can trust this comparison
Origin and confidence are evaluated from the evidence attached to each value. Unverified results are identified, and specification, benchmark and price dates remain separate.
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Real builds, results, and community feedback.
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Frequently asked comparison questions
Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.
01Which is better for gaming: GeForce MX550 or Radeon 520?+
GeForce MX550 has the higher overall gaming score, while Radeon 520 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
GeForce MX550 is the stronger streaming choice thanks to performance, hardware encoding, and application support. Check AV1, H.264, and HEVC support before buying.
03Which is better for Blender?+
GeForce MX550 is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.
04Which is better for video editing?+
GeForce MX550 offers more overall performance, while GeForce MX550 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
GeForce MX550 is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
Radeon 520 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
GeForce MX550 leads in combined 1440p performance. GeForce MX550 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
GeForce MX550 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
GeForce MX550 is easier to use in a quiet build because of its lower estimated power and thermal load. Actual noise depends on the specific cooler.
10Which is better without replacing the power supply?+
GeForce MX550 is the safer candidate because its stated power consumption is lower. Verify PSU wattage, age, and power connectors.
11Is it worth upgrading from the previous generation?+
Consider upgrading to GeForce MX550 if your current device no longer delivers the required FPS, memory capacity, or feature support. A gain below 15–20% is usually worth waiting for a price cut.