GeForce GTX 1630 vs GeForce GTX 1650
GeForce GTX 1630
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 1630
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 57.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1630.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1630 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-57.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+57.6%) |
| Longevity | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) | 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 | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $90 for the GeForce GTX 1630, it costs 17% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 89.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1630 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+89.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($90) | ✅More affordable ($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 GTX 1630 and GeForce GTX 1650
GeForce GTX 1630
The GeForce GTX 1630 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 28 2022. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1740 MHz to 1785 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,992 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.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1630 scores 4,992 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 57.6%. The GeForce GTX 1630 is built on Turing while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on a 12 nm process. Shader units: 512 (GeForce GTX 1630) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 1.828 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1630) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 1785 MHz vs 1665 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1630 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4,992 | 7,869+58% |
| Architecture | Turing | Turing |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 512 | 896+75% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.828 TFLOPS | 2.984 TFLOPS+63% |
| Boost Clock | 1785 MHz+7% | 1665 MHz |
| ROPs | 16 | 32+100% |
| TMUs | 32 | 56+75% |
| L1 Cache | 512 KB | 896 KB+75% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 1 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1630 | 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Memory bandwidth: 96 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1630) vs 128 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650) — a 33.3% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1650. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1630 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 96 GB/s | 128 GB/s+33% |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 1 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce GTX 1630) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 3.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1630 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.4+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 6th gen (GeForce GTX 1630) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1630) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1630 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 6th gen | NVENC 5th gen (Volta) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 4th gen | NVDEC 4th gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 1630 draws 75W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 0% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1630) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: None vs None. Card length: 145mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 60°C vs 70°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1630 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W | 75W |
| Recommended PSU | 300W | 300W |
| Power Connector | None | None |
| Length | 145mm | 229mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 60°C-14% | 70°C |
| Perf/Watt | 66.6 | 104.9+58% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 1630 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $90, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 16.7% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 55.5 (GeForce GTX 1630) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 89% better value. The GeForce GTX 1630 is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2019).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1630 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $149 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $90 | $75-17% |
| Performance per Dollar | 55.5 | 104.9+89% |
| Codename | TU117 | TU117 |
| Release | June 28 2022 | April 23 2019 |
| Ranking | #444 | #323 |
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