GeForce 6800 GS
VS
GeForce GTX 1650

GeForce 6800 GS vs GeForce GTX 1650

NVIDIA

GeForce 6800 GS

2008Core: 500 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 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. The GeForce 6800 GS is positioned at rank #712 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 GeForce 6800 GS

#702
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
14100%
#704
12782%
#705
12748%
#709
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
11592%
#710
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
11513%
#712
GeForce 6800 GS
MSRP: $249|Avg: $40
100%
#713
RADEON E4690
MSRP: $558|Avg: $558
95%
#714
MOBILITY RADEON 9600
MSRP: $49|Avg: $15
95%
#715
GeForce 6150
MSRP: $30|Avg: $10
95%
#716
MOBILITY RADEON X300
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
88%
#717
MOBILITY RADEON X700
MSRP: $100|Avg: $20
87%
#718
Mobility Radeon HD 4225
MSRP: $100|Avg: $15
86%
#719
RADEON X800 SE
MSRP: $200|Avg: $15
84%
#720
MOBILITY RADEON 9700
MSRP: $49|Avg: $15
71%
#721
Mobility Radeon HD 2300
MSRP: $100|Avg: $15
66%
#722
GeForce 7800 GTX
MSRP: $599|Avg: $40
58%
#723
RADEON 9600SE
MSRP: $65|Avg: $65
55%
#724
Radeon X1200
MSRP: $80|Avg: $15
53%
#725
Radeon 2100
MSRP: $149|Avg: $49
52%
#726
GeForce 6800
MSRP: $299|Avg: $50
49%
#727
Radeon 3100
MSRP: $199|Avg: $30
48%
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 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2008). 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 GeForce 6800 GS 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 3998.4% higher G3D Mark score and 1500% more VRAM (4 GB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 6800 GS.

InsightGeForce 6800 GSGeForce GTX 1650
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-3998.4%)
Leading raw performance (+3998.4%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+1500%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $40), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 2085.8% better value per dollar than the GeForce 6800 GS.

InsightGeForce 6800 GSGeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+2085.8%)
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($40)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 6800 GS and GeForce GTX 1650

NVIDIA

GeForce 6800 GS

The GeForce 6800 GS is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 15 2008. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 500 MHz. It has 224 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 192 points.

NVIDIA

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.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce 6800 GS scores 192 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 3998.4%. The GeForce 6800 GS is built on G9x while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 65 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 6800 GS) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650).

FeatureGeForce 6800 GSGeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score
192
7,869+3998%
Architecture
G9x
Turing
Process Node
65 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
224
896+300%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce 6800 GSGeForce 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)

The GeForce 6800 GS comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 1500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

FeatureGeForce 6800 GSGeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity
0.25 GB
4 GB+1500%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
Unknown
128 GB/s
Bus Width
64-bit
128-bit+100%
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 9.0c (GeForce 6800 GS) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Vulkan: None vs 1.4. OpenGL: 2.1 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.

FeatureGeForce 6800 GSGeForce GTX 1650
DirectX
9.0c
12+33%
Vulkan
None
1.4
OpenGL
2.1
4.6+119%
Max Displays
2
3+50%
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: No (GeForce 6800 GS) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: PureVideo vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2 (GeForce 6800 GS) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).

FeatureGeForce 6800 GSGeForce GTX 1650
Encoder
No
NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder
PureVideo
NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs
MPEG-2
H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 6800 GS draws 150W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 66.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 6800 GS) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: Legacy vs None. Card length: 216mm vs 229mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 70°C.

FeatureGeForce 6800 GSGeForce GTX 1650
TDP
150W
75W-50%
Recommended PSU
350W
300W-14%
Power Connector
Legacy
None
Length
216mm
229mm
Height
111mm
111mm
Slots
1-50%
2
Temp (Load)
85°C
70°C-18%
Perf/Watt
1.3
104.9+7969%
💰

Value Analysis

The GeForce 6800 GS launched at $249 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GeForce 6800 GS costs 46.7% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.8 (GeForce 6800 GS) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 2085.4% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2008).

FeatureGeForce 6800 GSGeForce GTX 1650
MSRP
$249
$149-40%
Avg Price (30d)
$40-47%
$75
Performance per Dollar
4.8
104.9+2085%
Codename
NB9E-GTX
TU117
Release
July 15 2008
April 23 2019
Ranking
#825
#323