Description
The AMD Radeon Pro W5500 (often listed as FirePro/Radeon Pro) is a 7nm, single-slot professional workstation graphics card launched in 2020. It features 8GB GDDR6, 128-bit memory, and 1408 stream processors, optimized for CAD, 3D rendering, and VR, utilizing PCIe 4.0 for efficient workflows.
Key Features & Performance
- Architecture & Memory: Built on the RDNA architecture, it provides 5.35 TFLOPS of single-precision performance with 224 GB/s memory bandwidth.
- Workstation Optimization: Certified for professional ISV applications and includes features like Radeon Pro Image Boost and Remote Workstation support.
- Display & Connectivity: Features four DisplayPort 1.4a outputs, capable of supporting multiple 4K monitors.
- Power Efficiency: A 125W maximum power draw requiring a 6-pin connector.
Comparison
While tailored for professional workflows, the Radeon Pro W5500 is often compared to entry-to-mid-level gaming cards, with gaming-focused cards like the GTX 1660 Super offering higher raw frame rates in some tests. It is designed for software stability rather than pure gaming performance.
While tailored for professional workflows, the Radeon Pro W5500 is often compared to entry-to-mid-level gaming cards, with gaming-focused cards like the GTX 1660 Super offering higher raw frame rates in some tests. It is designed for software stability rather than pure gaming performance.
Use Case
The card is ideally suited for designers and engineers using software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and various BIM tools that benefit from certified drivers and 8GB of GDDR6 memory.
The card is ideally suited for designers and engineers using software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and various BIM tools that benefit from certified drivers and 8GB of GDDR6 memory.
