GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design vs GeForce GTX 1650

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 GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design is positioned at rank #66 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced 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 GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design

#19

Radeon RX 5600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $150

98%

#22

Radeon RX 7700

MSRP: $449|Avg: $399

94%

#56

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

207%

#58

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

188%

#59

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

188%

#63

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

171%

#64

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

169%

#66

GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

100%

#68

GeForce GTX 850M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

97%

#78

Radeon HD 8970M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $170

93%

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 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 100.5% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design	GeForce GTX 1650
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-100.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+100.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Pascal (2016−2021))	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	—	📏 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 33.7% better value per dollar than the GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design	GeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+33.7%)
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 GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1650 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design and GeForce GTX 1650

GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design

The GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 3 2018. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1152 MHz to 1417 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,925 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 GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design scores 3,925 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 100.5%. The GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 14 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 768 (GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 2.177 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 1417 MHz vs 1665 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design	GeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score	3,925	7,869+100%
Architecture	Pascal	Turing
Process Node	14 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	768	896+17%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.177 TFLOPS	2.984 TFLOPS+37%
Boost Clock	1417 MHz	1665 MHz+18%
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	48	56+17%
L1 Cache	288 KB	896 KB+211%
L2 Cache	1 MB	1 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design	GeForce GTX 1650
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	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. Memory bandwidth: 80 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design) vs 128 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650) — a 60% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1650. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design	GeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	80 GB/s	128 GB/s+60%
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB	1 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design	GeForce GTX 1650
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12
Vulkan	1.3	1.4+8%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4+33%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (6th Gen) (GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: NVDEC (3rd Gen) vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP9 (GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design	GeForce GTX 1650
Encoder	NVENC (6th Gen)	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder	NVDEC (3rd Gen)	NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs	H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP9	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design draws 75W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 0% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 70°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design	GeForce GTX 1650
TDP	75W	75W
Recommended PSU	350W	300W-14%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	None
Length	—	229mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	70°C	70°C
Perf/Watt	52.3	104.9+101%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design costs 33.3% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 78.5 (GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 33.6% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2018).