Radeon R7 250X vs Intel Arc A550M

Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks

Aggregate performance score

We've compared R7 250X and Intel Arc A550M across specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Intel Arc A550M outperforms R7 250X by ~29% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+29%

Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better. How is this calculated?

H2HBench Data Quality

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Specifications: Field verification not recordedVerified gaming results: 0Estimated / unverified results: 32Price record updated: Sep 6, 2026

Limited verified data

H2HBench Verdict

Higher catalog score: Radeon R7 250X (~4%)

The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.

Reasons to consider R7 250X

  • Higher catalog value index
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 1.2 · Not supported

Reasons to consider Intel Arc A550M

  • Higher catalog performance index
  • More graphics memory
  • Lower stated power consumption
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0 · XeSS
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Catalog metrics radar

Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.

H2H
Performance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
Performance
3140
Efficiency
100100
Price / performance
10058
Memory capacity
5668
Missing values are never replaced with zero or an average.Model: H2H 2026.07 fixed scale.

Graphics card ranking

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The ranking is recalculated automatically from catalog data.

Positions 156–161of 321
R7 250Xnot in TOP100position in the GPU ranking
Intel Arc A550Mnot in TOP100position in the GPU ranking

Which should you choose?

Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.

COMMUNITY CHOICE

Radeon R7 250X

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Head to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.

Overview

Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.

CategoryR7 250XIntel Arc A550M
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
31
40Better
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
29
35Better
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
26
33Better
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
100
100
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
52Better
50

Specifications

The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.

SpecificationR7 250XIntel Arc A550M
DisplayPort
HDMI
Device class
Max monitors
Max resolution
USB Type-C
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
TFLOPSBetter
Power consumptionBetter
Memory type
Power connector
Release date
Architecture
Thickness
Compute API
Launch price
Shader units / coresBetter
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
VRAMBetter
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory bus
Memory bandwidthBetter
Interface
Power consumptionBetter
Process nodeBetter
Recommended PSU
Length
Die sizeBetter
Memory cacheBetter
Transistor countBetter
Upscaling

Gaming FPS

Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.

The Gaming FPS section compares R7 250X and Intel Arc A550M 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.

R7 250XIntel Arc A550M
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p High
160 FPS
195 FPS
1080p Ultra
110 FPS
137 FPS
1440p Ultra
61 FPS
91 FPS
4K Ultra
21 FPS
27 FPS
Game1080p High1080p Ultra1440p Ultra4K Ultra
Counter-Strike 2R7 250X160 FPSIntel Arc A550M195 FPSR7 250X110 FPSIntel Arc A550M137 FPSR7 250X61 FPSIntel Arc A550M91 FPSR7 250X21 FPSIntel Arc A550M27 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077R7 250X103 FPSIntel Arc A550M126 FPSR7 250X87 FPSIntel Arc A550M108 FPSR7 250X44 FPSIntel Arc A550M66 FPSR7 250X14 FPSIntel Arc A550M18 FPS
Forza Horizon 5R7 250X130 FPSIntel Arc A550M159 FPSR7 250X83 FPSIntel Arc A550M103 FPSR7 250X55 FPSIntel Arc A550M82 FPSR7 250X31 FPSIntel Arc A550M39 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyR7 250X84 FPSIntel Arc A550M103 FPSR7 250X69 FPSIntel Arc A550M86 FPSR7 250X39 FPSIntel Arc A550M59 FPSR7 250X15 FPSIntel Arc A550M18 FPS
Average FPSR7 250X119 FPSIntel Arc A550M146 FPSR7 250X87 FPSIntel Arc A550M109 FPSR7 250X50 FPSIntel Arc A550M75 FPSR7 250X20 FPSIntel Arc A550M26 FPS

H2H workload indices

Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.

IndexR7 250XIntel Arc A550MDifference
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100314025%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100354831%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100384823%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100566819%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1001001000%

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.

IndexR7 250XIntel Arc A550MDifference
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100425323%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100415122%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100384823%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100455622%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100384823%

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

SpecificationsR7 250XIntel Arc A550M
DirectX11.112.2
Vulkan1.21.4
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingNot supportedXeSS
Compute APIOpenCL 1.2OpenCL 3.0

Architecture and release

SpecificationsR7 250XIntel Arc A550M
ArchitectureGCN 1.0Xe HPG (Alchemist)
Process node28 nm6 nmBetter
Release date20142022
Device classDesktopMobile

GPU cores, die and clocks

SpecificationsR7 250XIntel Arc A550M
Transistor count1500 million21700 millionBetter
Die size123 mm²Better406 mm²
Shader units / cores6402048Better
Base clock950 MHzBetter900 MHz
Boost clock950 MHz2050 MHzBetter

Board size, power and compatibility

SpecificationsR7 250XIntel Arc A550M
InterfacePCIe 3x16PCIe 4.0 x16
Length210 mmOEM dependent
ThicknessDual-slotIGP
Recommended PSU250 WOEM dependent
Power connector6 pinIntegrated laptop power

Display outputs and limits

SpecificationsR7 250XIntel Arc A550M
HDMIHDMI 1.4aOEM dependent
DisplayPortmini-DisplayPort 1.2OEM dependent
USB Type-CNoOEM dependent
Max monitors4OEM dependent
Max resolution4096 × 2160Depends on host system

Memory and compute throughput

SpecificationsR7 250XIntel Arc A550M
VRAM1 GB GDDR58 GB GDDR6Better
Memory typeGDDR5GDDR6
Memory bus128 bit128 bit
TFLOPS1.2168.397Better

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Device AR7 250X52
Device BIntel Arc A550M50
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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.

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Frequently asked comparison questions

Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.

01Which is better for gaming: R7 250X or Intel Arc A550M?

R7 250X has the higher overall gaming score, while R7 250X offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.

02Which is better for streaming?

R7 250X 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?

R7 250X is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.

04Which is better for video editing?

R7 250X offers more overall performance, while R7 250X offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.

05Which is better for neural networks and AI?

R7 250X is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.

06Which is better for 1080p?

R7 250X is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.

07Which is better for 1440p?

R7 250X leads in combined 1440p performance. R7 250X can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.

08Which is better for 4K?

R7 250X is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.

09Which is better for a quiet PC?

Intel Arc A550M 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?

Intel Arc A550M 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 R7 250X 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.