GeForce GTX 1650 vs Intel UHD Graphics 770

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz

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Intel

Intel UHD Graphics 770

2022Core: 300 MHzBoost: 1650 MHz

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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

  • βœ…+311.1% higher PassMark G3D performance.
  • βœ…Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 52.8 vs 0 G3D/$ ($149 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
  • βœ…100+% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (4 GB vs Unknown).
  • βœ…Less risky long-term buy than Intel UHD Graphics 770: it remains the more sensible modern option while Intel UHD Graphics 770 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.
  • ❌400% higher power demand at 75W vs 15W.

Intel UHD Graphics 770

2022

Why buy it

  • βœ…Draws 15W instead of 75W, a 60W reduction.
  • βœ…More future proof: Generation 12.2 (2022βˆ’2023) on 10nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

  • ❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (1,914 vs 7,869).
  • ❌Less VRAM, with Unknown vs 4 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
  • ❌Very weak future-proofing: 2022-era hardware with Unknown of VRAM is already obsolete for modern gaming and is hard to recommend today.
  • ❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 52.8 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $149 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce GTX 1650 better than Intel UHD Graphics 770?
Yes. GeForce GTX 1650 is clearly the better overall GPU here. You are also looking at 7,869 vs 1,914 in G3D Mark. On top of that, GeForce GTX 1650 is a 2019 card with no meaningful modern upscaling stack, while Intel UHD Graphics 770 is a 2022 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 311.1% more raw performance headroom and more VRAM at 4 GB instead of Unknown. 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 today, but it is not as lopsided as a simple winner label makes it sound. GeForce GTX 1650 is priced in an unclear MSRP range at $149 MSRP versus an unclear MSRP, and you are getting 311.1% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 100+%. Intel UHD Graphics 770 is the newer 2022 card, so it still has a real case if you care more about newer architecture and lower power draw (15W vs 75W) than about squeezing out the strongest gaming value today.
When does Intel UHD Graphics 770 make more sense than GeForce GTX 1650?
Yes. Intel UHD Graphics 770 is still an excellent gaming GPU in 2026: it is still fine for 1080p, but 1440p and especially 4K require more compromise. It makes more sense if your priority is newer architecture, lower power draw (15W vs 75W), and staying closer to an unclear MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of GeForce GTX 1650. The trade-off is that GeForce GTX 1650 currently gives you 311.1% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 100+%.

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 1650Intel UHD Graphics 770
1080p
low94 FPS31 FPS
medium83 FPS22 FPS
high70 FPS15 FPS
ultra58 FPS8 FPS
1440p
low87 FPS23 FPS
medium74 FPS15 FPS
high60 FPS8 FPS
ultra50 FPS4 FPS
4K
low41 FPS9 FPS
medium39 FPS6 FPS
high27 FPS4 FPS
ultra24 FPS3 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

PresetGeForce GTX 1650Intel UHD Graphics 770
1080p
low136 FPS76 FPS
medium113 FPS50 FPS
high94 FPS33 FPS
ultra71 FPS23 FPS
1440p
low79 FPS48 FPS
medium62 FPS26 FPS
high44 FPS19 FPS
ultra35 FPS14 FPS
4K
low36 FPS23 FPS
medium27 FPS14 FPS
high21 FPS11 FPS
ultra15 FPS8 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

PresetGeForce GTX 1650Intel UHD Graphics 770
1080p
low323 FPS86 FPS
medium283 FPS69 FPS
high205 FPS57 FPS
ultra169 FPS43 FPS
1440p
low225 FPS65 FPS
medium202 FPS52 FPS
high151 FPS43 FPS
ultra117 FPS32 FPS
4K
low130 FPS43 FPS
medium117 FPS34 FPS
high79 FPS29 FPS
ultra50 FPS22 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

PresetGeForce GTX 1650Intel UHD Graphics 770
1080p
low261 FPS86 FPS
medium211 FPS69 FPS
high191 FPS57 FPS
ultra166 FPS43 FPS
1440p
low201 FPS65 FPS
medium158 FPS52 FPS
high135 FPS43 FPS
ultra113 FPS32 FPS
4K
low99 FPS43 FPS
medium74 FPS34 FPS
high65 FPS29 FPS
ultra51 FPS22 FPS

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and Intel UHD Graphics 770

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.

Intel

Intel UHD Graphics 770

The Intel UHD Graphics 770 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 27 2022. It features the Generation 12.2 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1650 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,914 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the Intel UHD Graphics 770's 1,914 β€” the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 311.1%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the Intel UHD Graphics 770 uses Generation 12.2, both on 12 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 256 (Intel UHD Graphics 770). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.8448 TFLOPS (Intel UHD Graphics 770). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1650 MHz.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650Intel UHD Graphics 770
G3D Mark Score
7,869+311%
1,914
Architecture
Turing
Generation 12.2
Process Node
12 nm
10 nm
Shading Units
896+250%
256
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.984 TFLOPS+253%
0.8448 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1665 MHz
1650 MHz
ROPs
32+300%
8
TMUs
56+250%
16
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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The GeForce GTX 1650 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The Intel UHD Graphics 770 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650Intel UHD Graphics 770
Upscaling Tech
Upscaling support
Upscaling support
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
NVIDIA Reflex
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 1650 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Intel UHD Graphics 770 has 0 MB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650Intel UHD Graphics 770
VRAM Capacity
4 GB
Shared System RAM
Memory Type
GDDR5
Shared
Memory Bandwidth
128 GB/s
System
Bus Width
128-bit
System
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the Intel UHD Graphics 770's 15W β€” a 133.3% difference. The Intel UHD Graphics 770 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1W (Intel UHD Graphics 770). Power connectors: None vs Integrated.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650Intel UHD Graphics 770
TDP
75W
15W-80%
Recommended PSU
300W
1W-100%
Power Connector
None
Integrated
Length
229mm
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Height
111mm
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Slots
2
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Temp (Load)
70Β°C
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Perf/Watt
104.9
127.6+22%
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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP, while the Intel UHD Graphics 770 launched at $0. The Intel UHD Graphics 770 costs 100+% less ($149 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 52.8 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs Infinity (Intel UHD Graphics 770) β€” the Intel UHD Graphics 770 offers Infinity% better value. The Intel UHD Graphics 770 is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2019).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650Intel UHD Graphics 770
MSRP
$149
$0-100%
Performance per Dollar
52.8
Infinity
Codename
TU117
Raptor Lake GT1
Release
April 23 2019
September 27 2022
Ranking
#323
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