GeForce GTX 1650 vs M1 8-Core GPU

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

✅+57.4% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 52.8 vs 0 G3D/$ ($149 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
✅100% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (4 GB vs 2 GB).

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.

M1 8-Core GPU

2020

Why buy it

✅Draws 30W instead of 75W, a 45W reduction.
✅More future proof: Unknown architecture on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (5,000 vs 7,869).
❌Less VRAM, with 2 GB vs 4 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 52.8 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $149 MSRP).

GeForce GTX 1650

2019

M1 8-Core GPU

2020

Why buy it

✅+57.4% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 52.8 vs 0 G3D/$ ($149 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
✅100% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (4 GB vs 2 GB).

Why buy it

✅Draws 30W instead of 75W, a 45W reduction.
✅More future proof: Unknown architecture on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

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.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (5,000 vs 7,869).
❌Less VRAM, with 2 GB vs 4 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌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 M1 8-Core GPU?

Yes. GeForce GTX 1650 is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 57.4% higher PassMark G3D performance and 4 GB vs 2 GB of VRAM. It also comes from 2019 instead of 2020, which helps its case as the more complete modern gaming card.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

M1 8-Core GPU is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2020 generation instead of 2019 and a 5nm process instead of 12nm. That makes it the safer long-run choice for modern games.

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 57.4% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 100+%. M1 8-Core GPU is the newer 2020 card, so it still has a real case if you care more about newer architecture, lower power draw (30W vs 75W), and future-proofing than about squeezing out the strongest gaming value today.

When does M1 8-Core GPU make more sense than GeForce GTX 1650?

Yes. M1 8-Core GPU is still an excellent gaming GPU in 2026: it is still comfortable for 1080p and decent for 1440p, though 4K is more situational. It makes more sense if your priority is newer architecture, lower power draw (30W vs 75W), future-proofing, 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 57.4% 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.

GeForce GTX 1650 Benchmark Check

M1 8-Core GPU Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce GTX 1650	M1 8-Core GPU
1080p
low	94 FPS	91 FPS
medium	83 FPS	81 FPS
high	70 FPS	56 FPS
ultra	58 FPS	44 FPS
1440p
low	87 FPS	74 FPS
medium	74 FPS	63 FPS
high	60 FPS	42 FPS
ultra	50 FPS	33 FPS
4K
low	41 FPS	35 FPS
medium	39 FPS	33 FPS
high	27 FPS	20 FPS
ultra	24 FPS	18 FPS

Open GeForce GTX 1650 Open M1 8-Core GPU

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce GTX 1650	M1 8-Core GPU
1080p
low	136 FPS	123 FPS
medium	113 FPS	92 FPS
high	94 FPS	66 FPS
ultra	71 FPS	43 FPS
1440p
low	79 FPS	83 FPS
medium	62 FPS	56 FPS
high	44 FPS	41 FPS
ultra	35 FPS	29 FPS
4K
low	36 FPS	37 FPS
medium	27 FPS	27 FPS
high	21 FPS	21 FPS
ultra	15 FPS	15 FPS

Open GeForce GTX 1650 Open M1 8-Core GPU

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce GTX 1650	M1 8-Core GPU
1080p
low	323 FPS	225 FPS
medium	283 FPS	180 FPS
high	205 FPS	150 FPS
ultra	169 FPS	112 FPS
1440p
low	225 FPS	169 FPS
medium	202 FPS	135 FPS
high	151 FPS	112 FPS
ultra	117 FPS	84 FPS
4K
low	130 FPS	112 FPS
medium	117 FPS	90 FPS
high	79 FPS	75 FPS
ultra	50 FPS	56 FPS

Open GeForce GTX 1650 Open M1 8-Core GPU

League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce GTX 1650	M1 8-Core GPU
1080p
low	261 FPS	184 FPS
medium	211 FPS	139 FPS
high	191 FPS	125 FPS
ultra	166 FPS	102 FPS
1440p
low	201 FPS	147 FPS
medium	158 FPS	109 FPS
high	135 FPS	89 FPS
ultra	113 FPS	72 FPS
4K
low	99 FPS	78 FPS
medium	74 FPS	58 FPS
high	65 FPS	51 FPS
ultra	51 FPS	40 FPS

Open GeForce GTX 1650 Open M1 8-Core GPU

Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and M1 8-Core GPU

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.

M1 8-Core GPU

The M1 8-Core GPU is manufactured by Apple. It was released in November 10 2020. The core clock speed is 1278 MHz. It has 8 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,000 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the M1 8-Core GPU's 5,000 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 57.4%. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 8 (M1 8-Core GPU).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	M1 8-Core GPU
G3D Mark Score	7,869+57%	5,000
Process Node	12 nm	5 nm
Shading Units	896+11100%	8

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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 M1 8-Core GPU relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	M1 8-Core GPU
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 M1 8-Core GPU has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 128 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 68 GB/s (M1 8-Core GPU) — a 88.2% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1650. Bus width: 128-bit vs Unified.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	M1 8-Core GPU
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	128 GB/s+88%	68 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	Unified

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs N/A (M1 8-Core GPU). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.1 (Rosetta 2). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	M1 8-Core GPU
DirectX	12	N/A
OpenGL	4.6+12%	4.1 (Rosetta 2)
Max Displays	3+50%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs Apple M1 Video Encoder (M1 8-Core GPU). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs Apple M1 Video Decoder. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,HEVC,ProRes,ProRes RAW (M1 8-Core GPU).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	M1 8-Core GPU
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	Apple M1 Video Encoder
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	Apple M1 Video Decoder
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9	H.264,HEVC,ProRes,ProRes RAW

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the M1 8-Core GPU's 30W — a 85.7% difference. The M1 8-Core GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (M1 8-Core GPU). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	M1 8-Core GPU
TDP	75W	30W-60%
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	229mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	70°C	—
Perf/Watt	104.9	166.7+59%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP, while the M1 8-Core GPU launched at $0. The M1 8-Core GPU costs 100+% less ($149 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 52.8 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs Infinity (M1 8-Core GPU) — the M1 8-Core GPU offers Infinity% better value. The M1 8-Core GPU is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2019).