FirePro D500 vs GeForce GTX 1650

CPU

GPU

FirePro D500

2014Core: 725 MHz

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro D500

274

2,272

0.0%

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB

GeForce GTX 1650

7,869

+246.3%

GeForce GTX 880M SLI

GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448

GeForce GTX 960

GeForce GTX 1650 (móvel)

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

GeForce GTX 1080

GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER

GeForce RTX 3070 Ti

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. The FirePro D500 is positioned at rank #226 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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

Performance Per Dollar FirePro D500

#94

RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $4799

97%

#96

MSRP: $2345|Avg: $1800

95%

#97

RTX 6000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $6799|Avg: $5500

92%

#98

RTX 5880 Ada Generation

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $6000

92%

#99

Tesla M40

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $1099

90%

#100

Radeon PRO W7900 Dual Slot

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $3499

83%

#101

RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition

MSRP: $11605|Avg: $8199

80%

#211

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

3254%

#226

FirePro D500

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

100%

#227

FirePro 3D V4800

MSRP: $189|Avg: $20

100%

#231

GRID T4-2Q

MSRP: $845|Avg: $600

96%

#238

FirePro 3D V3800

MSRP: $129|Avg: $12

81%

#240

Quadro K600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

80%

#241

FirePro S7000

MSRP: $1249|Avg: $40

80%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1650 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce GTX 1650 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The FirePro D500 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 246.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro D500.

Insight	FirePro D500	GeForce GTX 1650
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-246.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+246.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (279mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $150 for the FirePro D500, it costs 50% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 592.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro D500	GeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+592.7%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)	✅More affordable ($75)

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.

FirePro D500 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1650 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro D500 and GeForce GTX 1650

FirePro D500

The FirePro D500 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 18 2014. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 725 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 274W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,272 points.

GeForce GTX 1650

The GeForce GTX 1650 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 23 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1485 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,869 points. Launch price was $149.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the FirePro D500 scores 2,272 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 246.3%. The FirePro D500 is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (FirePro D500) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 2.227 TFLOPS (FirePro D500) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650).

Feature	FirePro D500	GeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score	2,272	7,869+246%
Architecture	GCN 1.0	Turing
Process Node	28 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	1536+71%	896
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.227 TFLOPS	2.984 TFLOPS+34%
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	96+71%	56
L1 Cache	384 KB	896 KB+133%
L2 Cache	0.75 MB	1 MB+33%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro D500	GeForce GTX 1650
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.75 MB (FirePro D500) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	FirePro D500	GeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	0.75 MB	1 MB+33%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FirePro D500) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 3.

Feature	FirePro D500	GeForce GTX 1650
DirectX	12	12
Vulkan	1.2	1.4+17%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	6+100%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0 (FirePro D500) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: UVD 3.2 vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro D500) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).

Feature	FirePro D500	GeForce GTX 1650
Encoder	VCE 1.0	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder	UVD 3.2	NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro D500 draws 274W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 114% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro D500) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 279mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 70°C.

Feature	FirePro D500	GeForce GTX 1650
TDP	274W	75W-73%
Recommended PSU	350W	300W-14%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	None
Length	279mm	229mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	75°C	70°C-7%
Perf/Watt	8.3	104.9+1164%

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Value Analysis

The FirePro D500 launched at $500 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 50% less ($75 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 15.1 (FirePro D500) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 594.7% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2014).