AMD Radeon 8050S vs NVIDIA N1X 40SM Comparison

The Verdict

The data shows a clear split between these two integrated graphics processors. The AMD Radeon 8050S is a proven, measured performer with strong benchmark results, while the NVIDIA N1X 40SM has no recorded benchmark scores and sits at the 50th percentile of all GPUs, which is the median baseline. The AMD Radeon 8050S, by contrast, places in the 89th percentile, indicating it outperforms the vast majority of graphics processors in the database.

For users who need verified performance today, the AMD Radeon 8050S is the only defensible choice. Its average benchmark score of 62108 across Geekbench OpenCL and Vulkan tests provides concrete evidence of capability. The NVIDIA N1X 40SM, with an average benchmark score of zero and no recorded tests, cannot be recommended for any performance-based decision. The AMD part also offers broader API support with DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, whereas the NVIDIA part lists N/A for all three APIs. The NVIDIA N1X 40SM remains an unproven entity in the database, and until measurements exist, the AMD Radeon 8050S is the default pick for any workload requiring immediate, verified graphics output.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different foundries and process nodes. The AMD Radeon 8050S uses the Strix Halo chip built on RDNA 3.5 architecture, manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The NVIDIA N1X 40SM uses the GB20B chip built on Blackwell 2.0 architecture, manufactured on a 5 nm process, also at TSMC. This gives AMD a one-step process advantage, which typically translates to improved power efficiency per transistor.

The die sizes differ notably. The AMD chip measures 308 mm², while the NVIDIA chip is larger at 382 mm². Transistor counts are listed as unknown for both, so no direct density comparison is possible from the recorded data.

The compute resources diverge significantly. The NVIDIA N1X 40SM has 5120 shading units, 320 texture mapping units, and 40 render output units. The AMD Radeon 8050S has 2048 shading units, 128 TMUs, and 64 ROPs. NVIDIA leads in shader count by a factor of 2.5 and in TMU count by 2.5, but AMD leads in ROP count by 1.6. Ray tracing cores favor NVIDIA with 40 units versus AMD's 32. Tensor cores are present on NVIDIA at 160 units, while AMD lists none.

Clock speeds show a different story. The AMD Radeon 8050S has a base clock of 1295 MHz and a boost clock of 2800 MHz. The NVIDIA N1X 40SM has a base clock of 741 MHz and a boost clock of 2346 MHz. AMD's boost clock is 454 MHz higher, which helps close the raw compute gap despite NVIDIA's larger shader count.

Memory architecture is fundamentally different. The AMD Radeon 8050S uses system shared memory with system dependent bandwidth, meaning performance scales with the host system's RAM configuration. The NVIDIA N1X 40SM has dedicated 128 GB of LPDDR5X memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 273.2 GB/s of bandwidth. This is a decisive advantage for NVIDIA in memory-intensive workloads, as the data shows a fixed, high-bandwidth solution versus AMD's variable approach.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded benchmark data contains no head-to-head tests between these two GPUs. The wins column shows zero for both sides. However, the available benchmark scores for the AMD Radeon 8050S provide a reference point. Its Geekbench OpenCL score is 65818, and its Geekbench Vulkan score is 58398, producing an average benchmark score of 62108.

The nearest rivals for the AMD Radeon 8050S place it in a competitive field. The AMD Radeon Pro W6600M scores 61896, which is 0.3 percent behind the 8050S. The AMD Radeon Pro Vega 56 scores 63693, which is 2.5 percent ahead. The AMD Radeon RX 7600M scores 63775, which is 2.6 percent ahead. The AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT LP scores 63830, which is 2.7 percent ahead. These margins are small, indicating the 8050S sits in a tight cluster of comparable mobile and LP graphics solutions.

The NVIDIA N1X 40SM has no benchmarks and no nearest rivals in the database. Its percentile rank of 50 is the median, which is the default position for an unmeasured part. The AMD Radeon 8050S, at the 89th percentile, outperforms 89 percent of all GPUs in the database based on recorded scores. This percentile difference is the strongest quantitative comparison available between the two parts.

FAQ

Q: Which GPU has a higher benchmark score?

A: The AMD Radeon 8050S has an average benchmark score of 62108, with a Geekbench OpenCL score of 65818 and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 58398. The NVIDIA N1X 40SM has no recorded benchmark scores and an average benchmark score of zero.

Q: How do the shading unit counts compare?

A: The NVIDIA N1X 40SM has 5120 shading units, while the AMD Radeon 8050S has 2048 shading units. NVIDIA also leads in texture mapping units with 320 versus 128, and in ray tracing cores with 40 versus 32.

Q: What memory configurations do these GPUs use?

A: The AMD Radeon 8050S uses system shared memory with system dependent bandwidth. The NVIDIA N1X 40SM uses 128 GB of LPDDR5X memory on a 256-bit bus with 273.2 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: What is the process node for each GPU?

A: The AMD Radeon 8050S is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The NVIDIA N1X 40SM is built on a 5 nm process, also at TSMC.

Q: Which GPU has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Radeon 8050S has a boost clock of 2800 MHz, which is higher than the NVIDIA N1X 40SM's boost clock of 2346 MHz.

Q: What API support does each GPU offer?

A: The AMD Radeon 8050S supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. The NVIDIA N1X 40SM lists N/A for DirectX, OpenGL, and Vulkan support.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Radeon 8050S wins in verified performance. Its 89th percentile ranking versus the N1X 40SM's 50th percentile is a decisive margin. The recorded Geekbench scores of 65818 in OpenCL and 58398 in Vulkan demonstrate real-world capability in compute and graphics workloads. The higher boost clock of 2800 MHz versus 2346 MHz gives it an advantage in clock-sensitive tasks. The smaller die size of 308 mm² versus 382 mm², combined with the more advanced 4 nm process versus 5 nm, suggests better manufacturing efficiency per square millimeter. The AMD part also has more render output units at 64 versus 40, which directly benefits fill-rate-bound scenarios like rasterization at high resolutions.

The NVIDIA N1X 40SM wins in raw compute specifications. Its 5120 shading units versus 2048 provide more than double the shader throughput potential. The 320 TMUs versus 128 offer superior texture processing capability. The 160 tensor cores versus none gives NVIDIA a dedicated advantage in AI and machine learning workloads, assuming those cores are utilized by software. The memory system is a clear win: 128 GB of dedicated LPDDR5X at 273.2 GB/s versus system shared memory with dependent bandwidth removes a major bottleneck for data-intensive applications. The pixel rate of 93.84 GPixel/s and texture rate of 750.7 GTexel/s, while lower in pixel rate than AMD's 179.2 GPixel/s, show a balanced design for texture-heavy rendering.

The NVIDIA part also wins on memory capacity and bandwidth specifications. The 256-bit bus width and fixed 273.2 GB/s bandwidth provide predictable performance, while AMD's system dependent bandwidth is an unknown variable that changes with host hardware.

Specification Differences

The two GPUs differ across nearly every recorded specification field.

Process and Die: AMD uses 4 nm at TSMC with a 308 mm² die. NVIDIA uses 5 nm at TSMC with a 382 mm² die.

Clocks: AMD has a 1295 MHz base and 2800 MHz boost. NVIDIA has a 741 MHz base and 2346 MHz boost.

Memory: AMD uses system shared memory with system dependent bandwidth. NVIDIA uses 128 GB of LPDDR5X on a 256-bit bus with 273.2 GB/s bandwidth.

Compute Units: AMD has 2048 shading units, 128 TMUs, 64 ROPs, and 32 ray tracing cores. NVIDIA has 5120 shading units, 320 TMUs, 40 ROPs, 40 ray tracing cores, and 160 tensor cores.

Rates: AMD delivers 179.2 GPixel/s pixel rate and 358.4 GTexel/s texture rate. NVIDIA delivers 93.84 GPixel/s and 750.7 GTexel/s.

Compute Performance: AMD delivers 11.47 TFLOPS FP32 and 11.47 TFLOPS FP16 (1:1). NVIDIA delivers 24.02 TFLOPS FP32 and 24.02 TFLOPS FP16 (1:1).

Power and Cooling: AMD has a TDP of 55 W. NVIDIA's TDP is unknown. Both are integrated graphics processors with no power connectors.

Interface and Outputs: Both use PCIe 5.0 x16. AMD's display outputs are portable device dependent, while NVIDIA lists 1x HDMI.

API Support: AMD supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. NVIDIA lists N/A for all three.

Release Dates: AMD was released on 2025-01-05. NVIDIA was released on 2026-05-31.

Benchmarks: AMD has two recorded scores averaging 62108 with an 89th percentile ranking. NVIDIA has no scores, a zero average, and a 50th percentile ranking.

Production Status: Both are listed as Active.