GeForce 8300 GS vs GeForce GTX 1650

GeForce 8300 GS

2014Core: 1082 MHzBoost: 1150 MHz

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce 8300 GS

115

0.0%

GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

GeForce GTX 1650

7,869

+6742.6%

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 GeForce 8300 GS is positioned at rank #625 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 8300 GS

#615

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

4720%

#617

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

4279%

#618

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

4268%

#622

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

3881%

#623

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

3854%

#625

GeForce 8300 GS

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

100%

#626

Mobility Radeon HD 3400 Serisi

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

99%

#627

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

98%

#628

GeForce 9500M GS

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

97%

#629

GeForce 8800 GS

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

96%

#631

GeForce 9800 GTX+

MSRP: $229|Avg: $50

93%

#632

Mobility Radeon X1700

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

93%

#633

Mobility Radeon HD 560v

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

92%

#634

GeForce 9300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $20

92%

#635

Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

MSRP: $899|Avg: $400

91%

#636

GeForce 8400M G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

91%

#637

Mobility Radeon HD 2400 XT

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

90%

#638

GeForce 8400M GS

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

90%

#639

GeForce 9100

MSRP: $40|Avg: $5

89%

#640

GeForce 8300

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

89%

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 GeForce 8300 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 6742.6% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 8300 GS.

Insight	GeForce 8300 GS	GeForce GTX 1650
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-6742.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+6742.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+700%)
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 4461.7% better value per dollar than the GeForce 8300 GS.

Insight	GeForce 8300 GS	GeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+4461.7%)
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.

GeForce 8300 GS Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1650 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 8300 GS and GeForce GTX 1650

GeForce 8300 GS

The GeForce 8300 GS is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 22 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1082 MHz to 1150 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 115 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 GeForce 8300 GS scores 115 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 6742.6%. The GeForce 8300 GS is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 256 (GeForce 8300 GS) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 0.5888 TFLOPS (GeForce 8300 GS) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 1150 MHz vs 1665 MHz.

Feature	GeForce 8300 GS	GeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score	115	7,869+6743%
Architecture	Maxwell	Turing
Process Node	28 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	256	896+250%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.5888 TFLOPS	2.984 TFLOPS+407%
Boost Clock	1150 MHz	1665 MHz+45%
ROPs	8	32+300%
TMUs	16	56+250%
L1 Cache	128 KB	896 KB+600%
L2 Cache	1 MB	1 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 8300 GS	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)

The GeForce 8300 GS comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce 8300 GS	GeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	4 GB+700%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	128 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB	1 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce 8300 GS) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Vulkan: None vs 1.4. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.

Feature	GeForce 8300 GS	GeForce GTX 1650
DirectX	10.0	12+20%
Vulkan	None	1.4
OpenGL	3.3	4.6+39%
Max Displays	2	3+50%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: No (GeForce 8300 GS) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264 (GeForce 8300 GS) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).

Feature	GeForce 8300 GS	GeForce GTX 1650
Encoder	No	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP2	NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 8300 GS draws 33W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 77.8% difference. The GeForce 8300 GS is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 8300 GS) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: Legacy vs None. Card length: 170mm vs 229mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 65°C vs 70°C.

Feature	GeForce 8300 GS	GeForce GTX 1650
TDP	33W-56%	75W
Recommended PSU	350W	300W-14%
Power Connector	Legacy	None
Length	170mm	229mm
Height	106mm	111mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	65°C-7%	70°C
Perf/Watt	3.5	104.9+2897%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 8300 GS launched at $50 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GeForce 8300 GS costs 33.3% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 2.3 (GeForce 8300 GS) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 4460.9% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2014).