GeForce 7650 GS vs GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce 7650 GS

2013Core: 967 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce 7650 GS

134

0.0%

GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

GeForce GTX 1060

180

10,064

+7410.4%

GeForce GTX 680

GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE

GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile

GeForce GTX TITAN Z

GeForce GTX 980 Ti

GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

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 7650 GS is positioned at rank #702 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 7650 GS

#692

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

12199%

#694

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

11058%

#695

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

11029%

#699

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

10029%

#700

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

9961%

#702

GeForce 7650 GS

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

100%

#703

GeForce 8600M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

100%

#704

Mobility Radeon X1400

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

99%

#705

GeForce 8600 GT

MSRP: $159|Avg: $15

99%

#706

GeForce 7900 GT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

97%

#707

GeForce 6150SE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $5

93%

#708

Mobility Radeon X1300

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

92%

#709

Mobility Radeon X1350

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

92%

#710

MOBILITY RADEON 9600/9700

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

90%

#711

GeForce 7900 GTX

MSRP: $499|Avg: $40

88%

#712

GeForce 6800 GS

MSRP: $249|Avg: $40

87%

#713

MOBILITY RADEON 9600

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

82%

#714

GeForce 6150

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

82%

#715

RADEON E4690

MSRP: $558|Avg: $558

82%

#716

MOBILITY RADEON X300

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

76%

#717

MOBILITY RADEON X700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

75%

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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 7410.4% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (6 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 7650 GS.

Insight	GeForce 7650 GS	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-7410.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+7410.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+1100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 1060 holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $60), it costs 75% less, resulting in a 1777.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce 7650 GS	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1777.6%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($15)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60)

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.

GeForce 7650 GS Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 7650 GS and GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce 7650 GS

The GeForce 7650 GS is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 1 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 967 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 134 points.

GeForce GTX 1060

The GeForce GTX 1060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,064 points. Launch price was $599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce 7650 GS scores 134 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 7410.4%. The GeForce 7650 GS is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 768 (GeForce 7650 GS) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce 7650 GS	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	134	10,064+7410%
Architecture	Kepler	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	768	2560+233%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 7650 GS	GeForce GTX 1060
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 7650 GS comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	GeForce 7650 GS	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	6 GB+1100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	192 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 9.0c (GeForce 7650 GS) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: None vs 1.3. OpenGL: 2.1 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce 7650 GS	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	9.0c	12+33%
Vulkan	None	1.3
OpenGL	2.1	4.5+114%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: No (GeForce 7650 GS) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: No vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: MPEG-2 (GeForce 7650 GS) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce 7650 GS	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	No	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	No	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	MPEG-2	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 7650 GS draws 30W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 142.9% difference. The GeForce 7650 GS is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 7650 GS) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: Legacy vs 6-pin. Card length: 168mm vs 173mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce 7650 GS	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	30W-83%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	Legacy	6-pin
Length	168mm	173mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	75°C	—
Perf/Watt	4.5	55.9+1142%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 7650 GS launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce 7650 GS costs 75% less ($45 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.9 (GeForce 7650 GS) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1784.3% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2013).