GeForce 7900 GS
VS
GeForce GTX 1650

GeForce 7900 GS vs GeForce GTX 1650

NVIDIA

GeForce 7900 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 7900 GS is positioned at rank #692 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 7900 GS

#682
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
10750%
#684
9745%
#685
9719%
#689
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
8838%
#690
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
8777%
#692
GeForce 7900 GS
MSRP: $259|Avg: $50
100%
#693
MOBILITY RADEON X600
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
99%
#694
Mobility Radeon X2300
MSRP: $49|Avg: $15
97%
#695
Mobility Radeon X2300 HD
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
97%
#696
Mobility Radeon HD 4250
MSRP: $100|Avg: $15
97%
#697
Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT
MSRP: $199|Avg: $12
95%
#698
GeForce 8800 GTX
MSRP: $599|Avg: $50
92%
#699
GeForce 8600 GTS
MSRP: $199|Avg: $35
92%
#700
GeForce 8800 GTS
MSRP: $449|Avg: $50
90%
#701
Mobility Radeon HD 3450
MSRP: $100|Avg: $15
90%
#702
GeForce 7650 GS
MSRP: $150|Avg: $15
88%
#703
GeForce 8600M GS
MSRP: $100|Avg: $20
88%
#704
GeForce 8600 GT
MSRP: $159|Avg: $15
87%
#705
Mobility Radeon X1400
MSRP: $49|Avg: $49
87%
#706
GeForce 7900 GT
MSRP: $299|Avg: $60
85%
#707
GeForce 6150SE
MSRP: $30|Avg: $5
82%
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 7900 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 2903.4% 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 7900 GS.

InsightGeForce 7900 GSGeForce GTX 1650
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-2903.4%)
Leading raw performance (+2903.4%)
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 $50), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 1902.3% better value per dollar than the GeForce 7900 GS.

InsightGeForce 7900 GSGeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+1902.3%)
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($50)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 7900 GS and GeForce GTX 1650

NVIDIA

GeForce 7900 GS

The GeForce 7900 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: 262 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 7900 GS scores 262 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 2903.4%. The GeForce 7900 GS is built on G9x while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 65 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 7900 GS) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650).

FeatureGeForce 7900 GSGeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score
262
7,869+2903%
Architecture
G9x
Turing
Process Node
65 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
224
896+300%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce 7900 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 7900 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 7900 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 7900 GS) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Vulkan: N/A vs 1.4. OpenGL: 2.1 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.

FeatureGeForce 7900 GSGeForce GTX 1650
DirectX
9.0c
12+33%
Vulkan
N/A
1.4
OpenGL
2.1
4.6+119%
Max Displays
2
3+50%
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (GeForce 7900 GS) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: PureVideo vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,WMV9 (GeForce 7900 GS) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).

FeatureGeForce 7900 GSGeForce GTX 1650
Encoder
None
NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder
PureVideo
NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs
MPEG-2,WMV9
H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 7900 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 7900 GS) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: Legacy vs None. Card length: 198mm vs 229mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 70°C.

FeatureGeForce 7900 GSGeForce GTX 1650
TDP
150W
75W-50%
Recommended PSU
350W
300W-14%
Power Connector
Legacy
None
Length
198mm
229mm
Height
111mm
111mm
Slots
1-50%
2
Temp (Load)
80
70°C-13%
Perf/Watt
1.7
104.9+6071%
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Value Analysis

The GeForce 7900 GS launched at $259 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GeForce 7900 GS costs 33.3% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.2 (GeForce 7900 GS) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 1917.3% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2008).

FeatureGeForce 7900 GSGeForce GTX 1650
MSRP
$259
$149-42%
Avg Price (30d)
$50-33%
$75
Performance per Dollar
5.2
104.9+1917%
Codename
NB9E-GTX
TU117
Release
July 15 2008
April 23 2019
Ranking
#825
#323