GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce MX110

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz

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VS
NVIDIA

GeForce MX110

2017Core: 978 MHzBoost: 1006 MHz

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GTX 1650

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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, raw graphics performance, VRAM, feature set, power efficiency, pricing context, and long-term value so you can see which GPU actually makes more sense.

GeForce GTX 1650

2019

Why buy it

  • 373.0% more average FPS across 44 tracked games in our benchmark data.
  • Delivers 273.2% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 52.8 vs 14.2 G3D/$ ($149 MSRP vs $100 MSRP).
  • 700% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (4 GB vs 512 MB).
  • Less risky long-term buy than GeForce MX110: it remains the more sensible modern option while GeForce MX110 is already obsolete for modern gaming.

Trade-offs

  • Limited future-proofing: older hardware, 4 GB of VRAM, and weaker feature support mean it will age faster in upcoming AAA games.
  • 150% higher power demand at 75W vs 30W.

GeForce MX110

2017

Why buy it

  • Costs $49 less on MSRP ($100 MSRP vs $149 MSRP).
  • Draws 30W instead of 75W, a 45W reduction.

Trade-offs

  • Lower average FPS than GeForce GTX 1650 across 44 tracked games in our benchmark data.
  • Less VRAM, with 512 MB vs 4 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
  • Very weak future-proofing: 2017-era hardware with 512 MB of VRAM is already obsolete for modern gaming and is hard to recommend today.
  • Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 14.2 vs 52.8 G3D/$ ($100 MSRP vs $149 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce GTX 1650 better than GeForce MX110?
Yes. GeForce GTX 1650 is clearly the better overall GPU here. GeForce GTX 1650 averages 373.0% more FPS across 44 tracked games in our benchmark data. You are also looking at 7,869 vs 1,415 in G3D Mark. On top of that, GeForce GTX 1650 is a 2019 card with no meaningful modern upscaling stack, while GeForce MX110 is a 2017 model from an older generation with no meaningful modern upscaling stack. So this is not really a tight same-tier comparison. It is more a modern card against an older, weaker alternative.
Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?
GeForce GTX 1650 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2019 generation instead of 2017, 456.1% more raw performance headroom, more VRAM at 4 GB instead of 512 MB, and a 12nm process instead of 28nm. That leaves it with more room for heavier textures, tougher ray tracing loads, and higher-end 1440p or 4K gaming over the next few years.
Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?
GeForce GTX 1650 is the smarter buy by a wide margin. GeForce GTX 1650 is about 49.0% more expensive on MSRP at $149 MSRP versus $100 MSRP, and you are getting 373.0% more estimated average FPS across 44 tracked games in our benchmark data and 456.1% higher G3D Mark. GeForce MX110 really only makes sense now as a very cheap stopgap or a used-market placeholder.
Is GeForce MX110 still worth buying for gaming in 2026?
No, not for a fresh gaming build. GeForce MX110 is 2017 hardware with 512 MB of VRAM, 1,415 in G3D Mark, and no meaningful modern upscaling stack. That is simply too far behind to be an easy modern recommendation.

Games Benchmarks

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 9800X3D 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.

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

PresetGeForce GTX 1650GeForce MX110
1080p
low94 FPS13 FPS
medium83 FPS8 FPS
high70 FPS4 FPS
ultra58 FPS3 FPS
1440p
low87 FPS7 FPS
medium74 FPS4 FPS
high60 FPS2 FPS
ultra50 FPS1 FPS
4K
low41 FPS3 FPS
medium39 FPS2 FPS
high27 FPS1 FPS
ultra24 FPS1 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

PresetGeForce GTX 1650GeForce MX110
1080p
low136 FPS61 FPS
medium113 FPS34 FPS
high94 FPS24 FPS
ultra71 FPS15 FPS
1440p
low79 FPS18 FPS
medium62 FPS11 FPS
high44 FPS8 FPS
ultra35 FPS6 FPS
4K
low36 FPS5 FPS
medium27 FPS3 FPS
high21 FPS3 FPS
ultra15 FPS2 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

PresetGeForce GTX 1650GeForce MX110
1080p
low323 FPS64 FPS
medium283 FPS51 FPS
high205 FPS42 FPS
ultra169 FPS32 FPS
1440p
low225 FPS48 FPS
medium202 FPS38 FPS
high151 FPS32 FPS
ultra117 FPS24 FPS
4K
low130 FPS32 FPS
medium117 FPS25 FPS
high79 FPS21 FPS
ultra50 FPS16 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

PresetGeForce GTX 1650GeForce MX110
1080p
low261 FPS40 FPS
medium211 FPS32 FPS
high191 FPS21 FPS
ultra166 FPS15 FPS
1440p
low201 FPS6 FPS
medium158 FPS5 FPS
high135 FPS4 FPS
ultra113 FPS3 FPS
4K
low99 FPS4 FPS
medium74 FPS3 FPS
high65 FPS2 FPS
ultra51 FPS2 FPS

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and GeForce MX110

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.

NVIDIA

GeForce MX110

The GeForce MX110 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 17 2017. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 978 MHz to 1006 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,415 points.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce MX110's 1,415 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 456.1%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce MX110 uses Maxwell, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 256 (GeForce MX110). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.5151 TFLOPS (GeForce MX110). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1006 MHz.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce MX110
G3D Mark Score
7,869+456%
1,415
Architecture
Turing
Maxwell
Process Node
12 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
896+250%
256
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.984 TFLOPS+479%
0.5151 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1665 MHz+66%
1006 MHz
ROPs
32+300%
8
TMUs
56+250%
16
L1 Cache
896 KB+600%
128 KB
L2 Cache
1 MB
1 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce MX110
Upscaling Tech
Upscaling support
Upscaling support
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
NVIDIA Reflex
NVIDIA Reflex
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 1650 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce MX110 has 512 MB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 128 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 40 GB/s (GeForce MX110) — a 220% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1650. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce MX110
VRAM Capacity
4 GB+700%
0.5 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
128 GB/s+220%
40 GB/s
Bus Width
128-bit+100%
64-bit
L2 Cache
1 MB
1 MB
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GeForce MX110's 30W — a 85.7% difference. The GeForce MX110 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (GeForce MX110). Power connectors: None vs Mobile.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce MX110
TDP
75W
30W-60%
Recommended PSU
300W-14%
350W
Power Connector
None
Mobile
Length
229mm
Height
111mm
Slots
2
Temp (Load)
70°C
Perf/Watt
104.9+122%
47.2
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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP, while the GeForce MX110 launched at $100. The GeForce MX110 costs 32.9% less ($49 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 52.8 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 14.2 (GeForce MX110) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 271.8% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2017).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce MX110
MSRP
$149
$100-33%
Performance per Dollar
52.8+272%
14.2
Codename
TU117
GM108S
Release
April 23 2019
November 17 2017
Ranking
#323
#781