H2H

Radeon RX 5500VSRadeon RX 5700 XT

Performance, specifications and real-world gaming comparison

🎮 Tested in 0 games3 resolutions: 1080p / 1440p / 4KCurrent catalog dataTesting methodology
Radeon RX 5500
♜ WINNERRadeon RX 5500+1%Better overall performance
Radeon RX 5700 XT
AMDRX 5500

65,59 €Average price

VS

87,45 €Average price

AMDRX 5700 XT
VS
WINNERRX 55000%H2H overall index
Rendimiento4046
Eficiencia8968
Price / Performance100100
Data confidence7575

Fixed-scale H2H model. Missing metrics are omitted instead of estimated from the overall score.

SUMMARY PROFILE

Verified-metrics radar

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

RX 5500Radeon RX 5500AMD
RX 5700 XTRadeon RX 5700 XTAMD
H2H
Performance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
Performance
4046
Efficiency
8968
Price / performance
100100
Memory capacity
6068
Missing values are never replaced with zero or an average.Model: H2H 2026.07 fixed scale.
COMMUNITY · VERIFIED DATA

Hardware used by streamers

Real public setups linked to each device.

Open streamer setups
Radeon RX 5500AMDRX 55000

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Radeon RX 5700 XTAMDRX 5700 XT0

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RESULTADO DE LA COMPARACIÓN

The devices received the same overall score

RX 5500 leads in combined gaming performance. RX 5500 offers the better price per frame, while the final choice depends on the required features, memory, and games.

PERFORMANCE DIFFERENCE0%

Performance is nearly identical

PRICE DIFFERENCE22 €

RX 5500 costs less

CATALOG POSITION

Graphics card ranking

Full ranking →

The ranking is recalculated automatically from catalog data.

Positions 107–112of 723
RX 5500#109position in the GPU ranking
RX 5700 XT#110position in the GPU ranking
COMPARISON VERDICT

Which should you choose?

Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.

COMMUNITY CHOICE

Radeon RX 5500

0 Me gusta

Head to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.

$/FPSBEST PRICE / FPS

Radeon RX 5500

100/100 · Price $229

The choice is based on the price-to-performance index and launch price.

PUNTUACIÓN GENERAL

Resumen

Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.

CategoryRX 5500RX 5700 XT
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
40
46Better
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
32
40Better
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
33
37Better
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
89Better
68
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
61
61
COMPARACIÓN COMPLETA

Especificaciones

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

SpecificationRX 5500RX 5700 XT
Clock speed1500 - 1845 MHz1605 - 1755 MHzBetter
Base clock1500 MHz1605 MHzBetter
Boost clock1845 MHzBetter1755 MHz
VRAM4 GB GDDR68 GB GDDR6Better
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR6
VRAM capacity4 GB8 GBBetter
Frecuencia de memoria14 GHz14 GHz
Memory bus128 bit256 bitBetter
Memory bandwidth224 GB/s448 GB/sBetter
InterfacePCIe 4x8PCIe 4x16
Power connector8 pinBetter6+8 pin
Power consumption150 WBetter225 W
TDP150 WBetter225 W
Process node7 nm7 nm
Release date20192019
Architecture
Recommended PSU
Length
Thickness
HDMI
DisplayPort
USB Type-C
Maximum displays
Maximum resolution
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
Upscaling
Compute API
TFLOPS5.1969.754Better
Launch price
Transistor count
Die size
Shader units / cores
Memory cache

FPS en juegos

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HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX

H2H workload indices

Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.

IndexRX 5500RX 5700 XTDifference
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100404614%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100465110%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100465212%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100606813%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 100896827%

These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from 3DMark, Geekbench, Cinebench, PassMark, Blender, or another third-party benchmark.

HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX

H2H AI workload indices

Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.

IndexRX 5500RX 5700 XTDifference
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100495613%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100485514%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100465212%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100515813%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100465314%

These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from 3DMark, Geekbench, Cinebench, PassMark, Blender, or another third-party benchmark.

Información básica

SpecificationsRX 5500RX 5700 XT
Architecture
Process node7 nm7 nm
Release date20192019
Launch price

Especificaciones detalladas

SpecificationsRX 5500RX 5700 XT
Transistor count
Die size
Shader units / cores
Base clock1500 MHz1605 MHzMejor
Boost clock1845 MHzMejor1755 MHz

Formato y compatibilidad

SpecificationsRX 5500RX 5700 XT
InterfacePCIe 4x8PCIe 4x16
Length
Thickness
Recommended PSU
Power connector8 pinMejor6+8 pin

Capacidad y tipo de VRAM

SpecificationsRX 5500RX 5700 XT
VRAM4 GB GDDR68 GB GDDR6Mejor
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory bus128 bit256 bitMejor
Memory bandwidth224 GB/s448 GB/sMejor
Memory cache

Conectividad y salidas

SpecificationsRX 5500RX 5700 XT
HDMI
DisplayPort
USB Type-C
Maximum displays
Maximum resolution

Compatibilidad con API y SDK

SpecificationsRX 5500RX 5700 XT
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
Upscaling
Compute API
HEAD TO HEAD · DISCOVER

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AI EXPLAIN · HEAD TO HEAD

Explain this comparison

Beyond percentages: causes, relevant specifications, and practical impact behind every chart.

Device ARX 550061
Device BRX 5700 XT61
What AI will explain

Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.

REAL CONFIGURATIONS

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FAQ · CHOOSE BY USE CASE

Preguntas frecuentes sobre la comparación

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

01Which is better for gaming: RX 5500 or RX 5700 XT?

RX 5500 has the higher overall gaming score, while RX 5500 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.

02Which is better for streaming?

RX 5500 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 5500 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 5500 offers more overall performance, while RX 5700 XT offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.

05Which is better for neural networks and AI?

RX 5700 XT 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 5500 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.

07Which is better for 1440p?

RX 5500 leads in combined 1440p performance. RX 5700 XT can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.

08Which is better for 4K?

RX 5500 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.

09Which is better for a quiet PC?

RX 5500 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 5500 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 5500 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.