GeForce GTX 1650 vs RTX A400

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

✅+31.5% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Delivers 19.2% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 52.8 vs 44.3 G3D/$ ($149 MSRP vs $135 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Limited future-proofing: older hardware, 4 GB of VRAM, and weaker feature support mean it will age faster in upcoming AAA games.
❌50% higher power demand at 75W vs 50W.

RTX A400

2024

Why buy it

✅Costs $14 less on MSRP ($135 MSRP vs $149 MSRP).
✅More future proof: Ampere (2020−2025) on 8nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.
✅Draws 50W instead of 75W, a 25W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (5,983 vs 7,869).
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 44.3 vs 52.8 G3D/$ ($135 MSRP vs $149 MSRP).

GeForce GTX 1650

2019

RTX A400

2024

Why buy it

✅+31.5% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Delivers 19.2% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 52.8 vs 44.3 G3D/$ ($149 MSRP vs $135 MSRP).

Why buy it

✅Costs $14 less on MSRP ($135 MSRP vs $149 MSRP).
✅More future proof: Ampere (2020−2025) on 8nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.
✅Draws 50W instead of 75W, a 25W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Limited future-proofing: older hardware, 4 GB of VRAM, and weaker feature support mean it will age faster in upcoming AAA games.
❌50% higher power demand at 75W vs 50W.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (5,983 vs 7,869).
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 44.3 vs 52.8 G3D/$ ($135 MSRP vs $149 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce GTX 1650 better than RTX A400?

Yes. GeForce GTX 1650 is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 31.5% higher PassMark G3D performance. It also comes from 2019 instead of 2024, which helps its case as the more complete modern gaming card.

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

RTX A400 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2024 generation instead of 2019, 100.0% more ray-tracing hardware, and a 8nm 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 about 10.4% more expensive on MSRP at $149 MSRP versus $135 MSRP, and you are getting 31.5% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 19.2%. RTX A400 is the newer 2024 card, so it still has a real case if you care more about newer architecture, lower power draw (50W vs 75W), and future-proofing than about squeezing out the strongest gaming value today.

When does RTX A400 make more sense than GeForce GTX 1650?

Yes. RTX A400 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 (50W vs 75W), future-proofing, and staying closer to $135 MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of GeForce GTX 1650. The trade-off is that GeForce GTX 1650 currently gives you 31.5% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 19.2%.

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

RTX A400 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce GTX 1650	RTX A400
1080p
low	94 FPS	45 FPS
medium	83 FPS	31 FPS
high	70 FPS	23 FPS
ultra	58 FPS	11 FPS
1440p
low	87 FPS	36 FPS
medium	74 FPS	22 FPS
high	60 FPS	12 FPS
ultra	50 FPS	6 FPS
4K
low	41 FPS	11 FPS
medium	39 FPS	8 FPS
high	27 FPS	5 FPS
ultra	24 FPS	3 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce GTX 1650	RTX A400
1080p
low	136 FPS	73 FPS
medium	113 FPS	48 FPS
high	94 FPS	32 FPS
ultra	71 FPS	22 FPS
1440p
low	79 FPS	46 FPS
medium	62 FPS	25 FPS
high	44 FPS	19 FPS
ultra	35 FPS	14 FPS
4K
low	36 FPS	23 FPS
medium	27 FPS	14 FPS
high	21 FPS	11 FPS
ultra	15 FPS	8 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce GTX 1650	RTX A400
1080p
low	323 FPS	269 FPS
medium	283 FPS	215 FPS
high	205 FPS	179 FPS
ultra	169 FPS	135 FPS
1440p
low	225 FPS	202 FPS
medium	202 FPS	162 FPS
high	151 FPS	135 FPS
ultra	117 FPS	101 FPS
4K
low	130 FPS	135 FPS
medium	117 FPS	108 FPS
high	79 FPS	90 FPS
ultra	50 FPS	67 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce GTX 1650	RTX A400
1080p
low	261 FPS	147 FPS
medium	211 FPS	117 FPS
high	191 FPS	99 FPS
ultra	166 FPS	79 FPS
1440p
low	201 FPS	108 FPS
medium	158 FPS	87 FPS
high	135 FPS	74 FPS
ultra	113 FPS	58 FPS
4K
low	99 FPS	63 FPS
medium	74 FPS	50 FPS
high	65 FPS	40 FPS
ultra	51 FPS	29 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and RTX A400

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.

RTX A400

The RTX A400 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 16 2024. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 727 MHz to 1762 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 6 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,983 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the RTX A400's 5,983 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 31.5%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the RTX A400 uses Ampere, both on 12 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 768 (RTX A400). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 2.706 TFLOPS (RTX A400). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1762 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	RTX A400
G3D Mark Score	7,869+32%	5,983
Architecture	Turing	Ampere
Process Node	12 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	896+17%	768
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+10%	2.706 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1665 MHz	1762 MHz+6%
ROPs	32+100%	16
TMUs	56+133%	24

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	RTX A400
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)

Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	RTX A400
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the RTX A400's 50W — a 40% difference. The RTX A400 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (RTX A400). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	RTX A400
TDP	75W	50W-33%
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	229mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	70°C	—
Perf/Watt	104.9	119.7+14%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP, while the RTX A400 launched at $135. The RTX A400 costs 9.4% less ($14 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 52.8 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 44.3 (RTX A400) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 19.2% better value. The RTX A400 is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2019).