GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q vs GeForce GTX 1060

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 1650 Max-Q is positioned at rank #5 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Excellent 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 1650 Max-Q

#5

GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q

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100%

#6

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

100%

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GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

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90%

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GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

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90%

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GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

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82%

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Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

81%

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Radeon RX 560X (móvel)

MSRP: $55|Avg: $55

80%

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 Max-Q uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 59.4% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (6 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-59.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+59.4%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+50%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 1060 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 1650 Max-Q Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q and GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q

The GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 23 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 930 MHz to 1125 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,314 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 GTX 1650 Max-Q scores 6,314 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 59.4%. The GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q is built on Turing while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 12 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 2.304 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1125 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	6,314	10,064+59%
Architecture	Turing	Pascal
Process Node	12 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	1024	2560+150%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.304 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+285%
Boost Clock	1125 MHz	1733 MHz+54%
ROPs	32	64+100%
TMUs	64	160+150%
L1 Cache	1 MB+6%	0.94 MB
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q	GeForce GTX 1060
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)

The GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 112 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q) vs 192 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1060) — a 71.4% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1060. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	6 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	112 GB/s	192 GB/s+71%
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_1) (GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12 (11_1)	12
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (Turing) (GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: NVDEC (4th Gen) vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP9,H.265 10-bit (GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC (Turing)	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	NVDEC (4th Gen)	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP9,H.265 10-bit	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q draws 30W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 142.9% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: Mobile vs 6-pin.