GeForce GTX 1650 vs RadeonT RX Vega 11

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz

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VS
AMD

RadeonT RX Vega 11

2018Core: 300 MHzBoost: 1251 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

  • +310.5% 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 Unknown).
  • Less risky long-term buy than RadeonT RX Vega 11: it remains the more sensible modern option while RadeonT RX Vega 11 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.
  • 114.3% higher power demand at 75W vs 35W.

RadeonT RX Vega 11

2018

Why buy it

  • Draws 35W instead of 75W, a 40W reduction.

Trade-offs

  • Lower PassMark G3D performance (1,917 vs 7,869).
  • Less VRAM, with Unknown vs 4 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
  • Very weak future-proofing: 2018-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 RadeonT RX Vega 11?
Yes. GeForce GTX 1650 is clearly the better overall GPU here. You are also looking at 7,869 vs 1,917 in G3D Mark. On top of that, GeForce GTX 1650 is a 2019 card with no meaningful modern upscaling stack, while RadeonT RX Vega 11 is a 2018 model from an older generation with FSR upscaling. 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 2018, 310.5% more raw performance headroom, more VRAM at 4 GB instead of Unknown, and the stronger feature stack with no meaningful modern upscaling stack instead of FSR upscaling. 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 310.5% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 100+%. That is why the better overall card still comes out as the smarter buy today, not just the faster one.
Is RadeonT RX Vega 11 still worth buying for gaming in 2026?
Yes. RadeonT RX Vega 11 is still a strong modern gaming GPU: it is still fine for 1080p, but 1440p and especially 4K require more compromise. It remains a good buy when you can get it meaningfully cheaper than the alternative around an unclear MSRP, even if GeForce GTX 1650 is still the cleaner recommendation on overall value today.

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 1650RadeonT RX Vega 11
1080p
low94 FPS34 FPS
medium83 FPS24 FPS
high70 FPS17 FPS
ultra58 FPS9 FPS
1440p
low87 FPS28 FPS
medium74 FPS17 FPS
high60 FPS9 FPS
ultra50 FPS5 FPS
4K
low41 FPS10 FPS
medium39 FPS6 FPS
high27 FPS4 FPS
ultra24 FPS3 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

PresetGeForce GTX 1650RadeonT RX Vega 11
1080p
low136 FPS29 FPS
medium113 FPS13 FPS
high94 FPS9 FPS
ultra71 FPS6 FPS
1440p
low79 FPS14 FPS
medium62 FPS7 FPS
high44 FPS5 FPS
ultra35 FPS4 FPS
4K
low36 FPS5 FPS
medium27 FPS3 FPS
high21 FPS2 FPS
ultra15 FPS2 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

PresetGeForce GTX 1650RadeonT RX Vega 11
1080p
low323 FPS86 FPS
medium283 FPS69 FPS
high205 FPS58 FPS
ultra169 FPS43 FPS
1440p
low225 FPS65 FPS
medium202 FPS52 FPS
high151 FPS43 FPS
ultra117 FPS32 FPS
4K
low130 FPS43 FPS
medium117 FPS35 FPS
high79 FPS29 FPS
ultra50 FPS22 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

PresetGeForce GTX 1650RadeonT RX Vega 11
1080p
low261 FPS86 FPS
medium211 FPS69 FPS
high191 FPS58 FPS
ultra166 FPS43 FPS
1440p
low201 FPS65 FPS
medium158 FPS52 FPS
high135 FPS43 FPS
ultra113 FPS32 FPS
4K
low99 FPS43 FPS
medium74 FPS35 FPS
high65 FPS29 FPS
ultra51 FPS22 FPS

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and RadeonT RX Vega 11

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.

AMD

RadeonT RX Vega 11

The RadeonT RX Vega 11 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 10 2018. It features the GCN 5.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1251 MHz. It has 704 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 35W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,917 points.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the RadeonT RX Vega 11's 1,917 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 310.5%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the RadeonT RX Vega 11 uses GCN 5.0, both on 12 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 704 (RadeonT RX Vega 11). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1.761 TFLOPS (RadeonT RX Vega 11). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1251 MHz.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650RadeonT RX Vega 11
G3D Mark Score
7,869+310%
1,917
Architecture
Turing
GCN 5.0
Process Node
12 nm
14 nm
Shading Units
896+27%
704
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.984 TFLOPS+69%
1.761 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1665 MHz+33%
1251 MHz
ROPs
32+300%
8
TMUs
56+27%
44

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 RadeonT RX Vega 11 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650RadeonT RX Vega 11
Upscaling Tech
Upscaling support
FSR Upscaling / FSR 4
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
NVIDIA Reflex
AMD Anti-Lag
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 1650 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the RadeonT RX Vega 11 has 0 MB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650RadeonT RX Vega 11
VRAM Capacity
4 GB
Shared System RAM
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
128-bit+100%
64-bit
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the RadeonT RX Vega 11's 35W — a 72.7% difference. The RadeonT RX Vega 11 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1W (RadeonT RX Vega 11). Power connectors: None vs Integrated.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650RadeonT RX Vega 11
TDP
75W
35W-53%
Recommended PSU
300W
1W-100%
Power Connector
None
Integrated
Length
229mm
Height
111mm
Slots
2
Temp (Load)
70°C
Perf/Watt
104.9+91%
54.8
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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP, while the RadeonT RX Vega 11 launched at $0. The RadeonT RX Vega 11 costs 100+% less ($149 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 52.8 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs Infinity (RadeonT RX Vega 11) — the RadeonT RX Vega 11 offers Infinity% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2018).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650RadeonT RX Vega 11
MSRP
$149
$0-100%
Performance per Dollar
52.8
Infinity
Codename
TU117
Raven
Release
April 23 2019
May 10 2018
Ranking
#323
#673