Arc Graphics 130T
VS
GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q

Arc Graphics 130T vs GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q

Intel

Arc Graphics 130T

2025
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q

2019Core: 930 MHzBoost: 1125 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

About G3D Mark

G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Arc Graphics 130T is positioned at rank 239 and the GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q is on rank 5, so the GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Arc Graphics 130T

#54
Radeon RX 6800S
MSRP: $800|Avg: $800
96%
#229
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
525%
#231
476%
#232
474%
#236
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
431%
#237
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
428%
#239
Arc Graphics 130T
MSRP: $300|Avg: $250
100%
#240
GeForce MX570 A
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
100%
#242
GeForce GT 645
MSRP: $99|Avg: $15
98%
#252
GeForce 720A
MSRP: $30|Avg: $30
93%
#253
GeForce GT 520M
MSRP: $60|Avg: N/A
91%
#254
91%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q

#5
GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#6
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
100%
#8
90%
#9
90%
#13
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
82%
#14
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
81%
#18
Radeon RX 560X (móvel)
MSRP: $55|Avg: $55
80%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Arc Graphics 130T is significantly newer (2025 vs 2019). The Arc Graphics 130T likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (4 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Arc Graphics 130T.

InsightArc Graphics 130TGeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%)
Leading raw performance (+1.7%)
Longevity
Xe+ (2025) (Standard Node)
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

Performance Check

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Arc Graphics 130T and GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q

Intel

Arc Graphics 130T

The Arc Graphics 130T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 6 2025. It features the Xe+ architecture. It has 7 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,208 points.

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q

The GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 23 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 930 MHz to 1125 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,314 points.

Graphics Performance

The Arc Graphics 130T scores 6,208 and the GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q reaches 6,314 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Arc Graphics 130T is built on Xe+ while the GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q uses Turing. Shader units: 7 (Arc Graphics 130T) vs 1,024 (GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q).

FeatureArc Graphics 130TGeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q
G3D Mark Score
6,208
6,314+2%
Architecture
Xe+
Turing
Shading Units
7
1024+14529%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureArc Graphics 130TGeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q
Upscaling Tech
XeSS
FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation
FSR 3 (Compatible)
FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Arc Graphics 130T comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.

FeatureArc Graphics 130TGeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q
VRAM Capacity
Shared
4 GB
Memory Type
Shared
GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth
System
112 GB/s
Bus Width
System
128-bit
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (Arc Graphics 130T) vs 12 (11_1) (GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

FeatureArc Graphics 130TGeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q
DirectX
12.2+2%
12 (11_1)
Vulkan
1.3
1.3
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
3
4+33%
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Xe Media Engine (Arc Graphics 130T) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q). Decoder: Xe Media Engine vs NVDEC (4th Gen). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,H.266 (Arc Graphics 130T) vs H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP9,H.265 10-bit (GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q).

FeatureArc Graphics 130TGeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q
Encoder
Xe Media Engine
NVENC (Turing)
Decoder
Xe Media Engine
NVDEC (4th Gen)
Codecs
H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,H.266
H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP9,H.265 10-bit
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Power & Dimensions

The Arc Graphics 130T draws 15W versus the GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q's 30W — a 66.7% difference. The Arc Graphics 130T is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Arc Graphics 130T) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q). Power connectors: Integrated vs Mobile. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 75°C.

FeatureArc Graphics 130TGeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q
TDP
15W-50%
30W
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
Integrated
Mobile
Length
0mm
Height
0mm
Slots
0
0
Temp (Load)
85°C
75°C-12%
Perf/Watt
413.9+97%
210.5
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Value Analysis

The Arc Graphics 130T is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2019).

FeatureArc Graphics 130TGeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q
MSRP
$300
Avg Price (30d)
$250
Codename
TU117
Release
January 6 2025
April 23 2019
Ranking
#386
#383