
GeForce GTX 1650
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UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)
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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
2019Why buy it
- β +555.8% higher PassMark G3D performance.
- β Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 52.8 vs 0 G3D/$ ($149 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
- β 100+% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (4 GB vs Unknown).
- β Less risky long-term buy than UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU): it remains the more sensible modern option while UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) is already obsolete for modern gaming.
Trade-offs
- βLimited future-proofing: older hardware, 4 GB of VRAM, and weaker feature support mean it will age faster in upcoming AAA games.
- β971.4% higher power demand at 75W vs 7W.
UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)
2020Why buy it
- β Draws 7W instead of 75W, a 68W reduction.
- β More future proof: Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019β2022) on 10nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.
Trade-offs
- βLower PassMark G3D performance (1,200 vs 7,869).
- βLess VRAM, with Unknown vs 4 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
- βVery weak future-proofing: 2020-era hardware with Unknown of VRAM is already obsolete for modern gaming and is hard to recommend today.
- βLower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 52.8 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $149 MSRP).
GeForce GTX 1650
2019UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)
2020Why buy it
- β +555.8% higher PassMark G3D performance.
- β Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 52.8 vs 0 G3D/$ ($149 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
- β 100+% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (4 GB vs Unknown).
- β Less risky long-term buy than UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU): it remains the more sensible modern option while UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) is already obsolete for modern gaming.
Why buy it
- β Draws 7W instead of 75W, a 68W reduction.
- β More future proof: Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019β2022) on 10nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.
Trade-offs
- βLimited future-proofing: older hardware, 4 GB of VRAM, and weaker feature support mean it will age faster in upcoming AAA games.
- β971.4% higher power demand at 75W vs 7W.
Trade-offs
- βLower PassMark G3D performance (1,200 vs 7,869).
- βLess VRAM, with Unknown vs 4 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
- βVery weak future-proofing: 2020-era hardware with Unknown of VRAM is already obsolete for modern gaming and is hard to recommend today.
- βLower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 52.8 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $149 MSRP).
Quick Answers
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Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?
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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
| Preset | GeForce GTX 1650 | UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p | ||
| low | 94 FPS | 54 FPS |
| medium | 83 FPS | 43 FPS |
| high | 70 FPS | 36 FPS |
| ultra | 58 FPS | 27 FPS |
| 1440p | ||
| low | 87 FPS | 40 FPS |
| medium | 74 FPS | 32 FPS |
| high | 60 FPS | 27 FPS |
| ultra | 50 FPS | 20 FPS |
| 4K | ||
| low | 41 FPS | 24 FPS |
| medium | 39 FPS | 22 FPS |
| high | 27 FPS | 14 FPS |
| ultra | 24 FPS | 12 FPS |

Counter-Strike 2
| Preset | GeForce GTX 1650 | UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p | ||
| low | 136 FPS | 54 FPS |
| medium | 113 FPS | 43 FPS |
| high | 94 FPS | 36 FPS |
| ultra | 71 FPS | 27 FPS |
| 1440p | ||
| low | 79 FPS | 40 FPS |
| medium | 62 FPS | 32 FPS |
| high | 44 FPS | 25 FPS |
| ultra | 35 FPS | 19 FPS |
| 4K | ||
| low | 36 FPS | 27 FPS |
| medium | 27 FPS | 18 FPS |
| high | 21 FPS | 14 FPS |
| ultra | 15 FPS | 10 FPS |

League of Legends
| Preset | GeForce GTX 1650 | UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p | ||
| low | 323 FPS | 54 FPS |
| medium | 283 FPS | 43 FPS |
| high | 205 FPS | 36 FPS |
| ultra | 169 FPS | 27 FPS |
| 1440p | ||
| low | 225 FPS | 40 FPS |
| medium | 202 FPS | 32 FPS |
| high | 151 FPS | 27 FPS |
| ultra | 117 FPS | 20 FPS |
| 4K | ||
| low | 130 FPS | 27 FPS |
| medium | 117 FPS | 22 FPS |
| high | 79 FPS | 18 FPS |
| ultra | 50 FPS | 14 FPS |

Valorant
| Preset | GeForce GTX 1650 | UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p | ||
| low | 261 FPS | 54 FPS |
| medium | 211 FPS | 43 FPS |
| high | 191 FPS | 36 FPS |
| ultra | 166 FPS | 27 FPS |
| 1440p | ||
| low | 201 FPS | 40 FPS |
| medium | 158 FPS | 32 FPS |
| high | 135 FPS | 27 FPS |
| ultra | 113 FPS | 20 FPS |
| 4K | ||
| low | 99 FPS | 27 FPS |
| medium | 74 FPS | 22 FPS |
| high | 65 FPS | 18 FPS |
| ultra | 51 FPS | 14 FPS |
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)

GeForce GTX 1650
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.

UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)
UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)
The UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in May 28 2020. It features the Gen. 11 Ice Lake architecture. The core clock ranges from 200 MHz to 500 MHz. It has 64 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,200 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)'s 1,200 β the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 555.8%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) uses Gen. 11 Ice Lake, both on 12 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 64 (UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 500 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 7,869+556% | 1,200 |
| Architecture | Turing | Gen. 11 Ice Lake |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 10 nm |
| Shading Units | 896+1300% | 64 |
| Boost Clock | 1665 MHz+233% | 500 MHz |
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 UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | Upscaling support | Upscaling support |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 1650 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) 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.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | 128 GB/s | System |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 12 (12_1) (UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 3.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 | 12 (12_1) |
| Vulkan | 1.4+8% | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs QuickSync (UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs QuickSync. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,MPEG-2 (UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 5th gen (Volta) | QuickSync |
| Decoder | NVDEC 4th gen | QuickSync |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 | H.264,H.265,VP9,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)'s 7W β a 165.9% difference. The UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1W (UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)). Power connectors: None vs Integrated. Card length: 229mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 70Β°C vs 75.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W | 7W-91% |
| Recommended PSU | 300W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | None | Integrated |
| Length | 229mm | 0mm |
| Height | 111mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 70Β°C-7% | 75 |
| Perf/Watt | 104.9 | 171.4+63% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP, while the UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) launched at $0. The UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) costs 100+% less ($149 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 52.8 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs Infinity (UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)) β the UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) offers Infinity% better value. The UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2019).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $149 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 52.8 | Infinity |
| Codename | TU117 | Lakefield GT2 |
| Release | April 23 2019 | May 28 2020 |
| Ranking | #323 | #893 |
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