AMD
Radeon RX 550 2GB vs Radeon RX 5500
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
AMD
RX 5500
Aggregate performance score
We've compared RX 550 2GB and RX 5500 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗RX 5500 outperforms RX 550 2GB by 16% based on our aggregate benchmark results.+16%
Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better.Radeon RX 550 2GB vs Radeon RX 5500: key takeaway
The comparison of RX 550 2GB and RX 5500 shows a 16% advantage for RX 5500 in gaming performance, while RX 550 2GB may still be stronger in value for money. Use the sections below to check whether that lead comes from real FPS, specifications, efficiency, price or platform features.
SUMMARY PROFILE
Verified-metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
AMDPerformance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
3237
10082
100100
5660
COMPARISON RESULT
The devices received the same overall score
RX 550 2GB leads in combined game performance. RX 550 2GB offers the better price per frame, while the final choice depends on the required features, memory, and games.
Performance is nearly identical
RX 550 2GB costs less
CATALOG POSITION
Full ranking →Graphics card ranking
Positions 218–223of 317
COMPARISON VERDICT
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
Radeon RX 550 2GB
164 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
Radeon RX 550 2GB
100/100 · Price $119The choice is based on the price-to-performance index and launch price.
OVERALL SCORE
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
The Summary score section compares RX 550 2GB and RX 5500 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
32
37Better
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
29
33Better
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
27
31Better
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
100Better
82
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
58
58
FULL COMPARISON
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
The Specifications section compares RX 550 2GB and RX 5500 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
Device classDesktopDesktop
DirectX12.012.1
Vulkan1.21.4
OpenGL4.64.6
HDMIHDMI 2.0bHDMI 2.0b
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.4DisplayPort 1.4
Transistor count2200 million6400 millionBetter
Die size103 mm²Better158 mm²
Shader units / cores6401408Better
Memory cacheL1 16 KB, L2 0.5 MBL2 2 MBBetter
ThicknessVaries by boardVaries by board
TFLOPS1.2115.196Better
Power consumption50 WBetter150 W
Release date20172019
Memory typeGDDR5GDDR6
Power connector—8 pin
Upscaling—FSR
Compute API—OpenCL 2.1
Launch price—$229
Clock speed1100 - 1183 MHz1500 - 1845 MHzBetter
Base clock1100 MHz1500 MHzBetter
Boost clock1183 MHz1845 MHzBetter
VRAM2 GB GDDR54 GB GDDR6Better
Memory frequency7 GHz14 GHzBetter
Memory bus128 bit128 bit
Memory bandwidth112 GB/s224 GB/sBetter
InterfacePCIe 3x8PCIe 4x8
Power consumption50 WBetter150 W
Process node14 nm7 nmBetter
ArchitecturePolarisRDNA 1.0
Max monitorsVaries by boardVaries by board
Max resolution7680 × 43207680 × 4320
USB Type-CNoNo
Recommended PSUVaries by boardVaries by board
LengthVaries by boardVaries by board
GAME TEST BENCH
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares RX 550 2GB and RX 5500 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.
RX 550 2GBRX 5500
Verified H2HCommunity VerifiedEstimatedPredicted
Black Myth: Wukong
1080p High
19 FPSEstimated 64%
22 FPSEstimated 66%
1080p Ultra
16 FPSEstimated 64%
19 FPSEstimated 66%
1440p Ultra
9 FPSEstimated 58%
11 FPSEstimated 61%
4K Ultra
5 FPSEstimated 55%
5 FPSEstimated 55%
Black Myth: WukongRX 550 2GB19 FPSEstimated 64%RX 550022 FPSEstimated 66%RX 550 2GB16 FPSEstimated 64%RX 550019 FPSEstimated 66%RX 550 2GB9 FPSEstimated 58%RX 550011 FPSEstimated 61%RX 550 2GB5 FPSEstimated 55%RX 55005 FPSEstimated 55%
Call of Duty: WarzoneRX 550 2GB19 FPSEstimated 64%RX 550022 FPSEstimated 66%RX 550 2GB16 FPSEstimated 64%RX 550019 FPSEstimated 66%RX 550 2GB9 FPSEstimated 58%RX 550011 FPSEstimated 61%RX 550 2GB5 FPSEstimated 55%RX 55005 FPSEstimated 55%
Counter-Strike 2RX 550 2GB162 FPSEstimated 72%RX 5500189 FPSEstimated 74%RX 550 2GB112 FPSEstimated 72%RX 5500133 FPSEstimated 74%RX 550 2GB62 FPSEstimated 66%RX 550077 FPSEstimated 69%RX 550 2GB22 FPSEstimated 62%RX 550023 FPSEstimated 62%
Cyberpunk 2077RX 550 2GB104 FPSEstimated 72%RX 5500122 FPSEstimated 74%RX 550 2GB89 FPSEstimated 72%RX 5500105 FPSEstimated 74%RX 550 2GB45 FPSEstimated 66%RX 550056 FPSEstimated 69%RX 550 2GB15 FPSEstimated 62%RX 550015 FPSEstimated 62%
Forza Horizon 5RX 550 2GB132 FPSEstimated 78%RX 5500154 FPSEstimated 80%RX 550 2GB84 FPSEstimated 72%RX 550099 FPSEstimated 74%RX 550 2GB56 FPSEstimated 66%RX 550070 FPSEstimated 69%RX 550 2GB32 FPSEstimated 62%RX 550034 FPSEstimated 62%
God of War RagnarökRX 550 2GB19 FPSEstimated 64%RX 550022 FPSEstimated 66%RX 550 2GB16 FPSEstimated 64%RX 550019 FPSEstimated 66%RX 550 2GB9 FPSEstimated 58%RX 550011 FPSEstimated 61%RX 550 2GB5 FPSEstimated 55%RX 55005 FPSEstimated 55%
Hogwarts LegacyRX 550 2GB85 FPSEstimated 72%RX 550099 FPSEstimated 74%RX 550 2GB70 FPSEstimated 72%RX 550083 FPSEstimated 74%RX 550 2GB40 FPSEstimated 66%RX 550050 FPSEstimated 69%RX 550 2GB15 FPSEstimated 62%RX 550016 FPSEstimated 62%
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024RX 550 2GB19 FPSEstimated 64%RX 550022 FPSEstimated 66%RX 550 2GB16 FPSEstimated 64%RX 550019 FPSEstimated 66%RX 550 2GB9 FPSEstimated 58%RX 550011 FPSEstimated 61%RX 550 2GB5 FPSEstimated 55%RX 55005 FPSEstimated 55%
Monster Hunter WildsRX 550 2GB19 FPSEstimated 64%RX 550022 FPSEstimated 66%RX 550 2GB16 FPSEstimated 64%RX 550019 FPSEstimated 66%RX 550 2GB9 FPSEstimated 58%RX 550011 FPSEstimated 61%RX 550 2GB5 FPSEstimated 55%RX 55005 FPSEstimated 55%
StarfieldRX 550 2GB19 FPSEstimated 64%RX 550022 FPSEstimated 66%RX 550 2GB16 FPSEstimated 64%RX 550019 FPSEstimated 66%RX 550 2GB9 FPSEstimated 58%RX 550011 FPSEstimated 61%RX 550 2GB5 FPSEstimated 55%RX 55005 FPSEstimated 55%
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
The Benchmarks section compares RX 550 2GB and RX 5500 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100323714%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100374417%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100394412%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 10056607%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1001008220%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H AI workload indices
Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.
The Detailed comparison section compares RX 550 2GB and RX 5500 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100434811%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100414611%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100394412%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100455011%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100394412%
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
The Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling section compares RX 550 2GB and RX 5500 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DirectX12.012.1
Vulkan1.21.4
OpenGL4.64.6
Upscaling—FSR
Compute API—OpenCL 2.1
Architecture and release
The Architecture and release section compares RX 550 2GB and RX 5500 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
ArchitecturePolarisRDNA 1.0
Process node14 nm7 nmBetter
Release date20172019
Device classDesktopDesktop
GPU cores, die and clocks
The Core layout and clocks section compares RX 550 2GB and RX 5500 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
Transistor count2200 million6400 millionBetter
Die size103 mm²Better158 mm²
Shader units / cores6401408Better
Base clock1100 MHz1500 MHzBetter
Boost clock1183 MHz1845 MHzBetter
Board size, power and compatibility
The Form factor and compatibility section compares RX 550 2GB and RX 5500 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
InterfacePCIe 3x8PCIe 4x8
LengthVaries by boardVaries by board
ThicknessVaries by boardVaries by board
Recommended PSUVaries by boardVaries by board
Power connector—8 pin
Display outputs and limits
The Display outputs section compares RX 550 2GB and RX 5500 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
HDMIHDMI 2.0bHDMI 2.0b
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.4DisplayPort 1.4
USB Type-CNoNo
Max monitorsVaries by boardVaries by board
Max resolution7680 × 43207680 × 4320
Memory and compute throughput
The VRAM capacity and bandwidth section compares RX 550 2GB and RX 5500 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
VRAM2 GB GDDR54 GB GDDR6Better
Memory typeGDDR5GDDR6
Memory bus128 bit128 bit
TFLOPS1.2115.196Better
HEAD TO HEAD · DISCOVER
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Beyond percentages: causes, relevant specifications, and practical impact behind every chart.
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Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.
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Frequently asked comparison questions
Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.
01Which is better for gaming: RX 550 2GB or RX 5500?+
RX 550 2GB has the higher overall gaming score, while RX 550 2GB offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
RX 550 2GB 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?+
RX 550 2GB is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.
04Which is better for video editing?+
RX 550 2GB offers more overall performance, while RX 550 2GB offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
RX 550 2GB is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
RX 550 2GB is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
RX 550 2GB leads in combined 1440p performance. RX 550 2GB can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
RX 550 2GB is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
RX 550 2GB 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?+
RX 550 2GB 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 RX 550 2GB 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.