
GeForce GTX 1650
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UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs
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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 +227.9% higher PassMark G3D performance.
- β Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 52.8 vs 0 G3D/$ ($149 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
- β 100+% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (4 GB vs Unknown).
- β Less risky long-term buy than UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs: it remains the more sensible modern option while UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is already obsolete for modern gaming.
Trade-offs
- βLimited future-proofing: older hardware, 4 GB of VRAM, and weaker feature support mean it will age faster in upcoming AAA games.
- β167.9% higher power demand at 75W vs 28W.
UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs
2020Why buy it
- β Draws 28W instead of 75W, a 47W reduction.
- β More future proof: Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019β2022) on 10nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.
Trade-offs
- βLower PassMark G3D performance (2,400 vs 7,869).
- βLess VRAM, with Unknown vs 4 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
- βVery weak future-proofing: 2020-era hardware with Unknown of VRAM is already obsolete for modern gaming and is hard to recommend today.
- βLower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 52.8 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $149 MSRP).
GeForce GTX 1650
2019UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs
2020Why buy it
- β +227.9% higher PassMark G3D performance.
- β Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 52.8 vs 0 G3D/$ ($149 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
- β 100+% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (4 GB vs Unknown).
- β Less risky long-term buy than UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs: it remains the more sensible modern option while UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is already obsolete for modern gaming.
Why buy it
- β Draws 28W instead of 75W, a 47W reduction.
- β More future proof: Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019β2022) on 10nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.
Trade-offs
- βLimited future-proofing: older hardware, 4 GB of VRAM, and weaker feature support mean it will age faster in upcoming AAA games.
- β167.9% higher power demand at 75W vs 28W.
Trade-offs
- βLower PassMark G3D performance (2,400 vs 7,869).
- βLess VRAM, with Unknown vs 4 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
- βVery weak future-proofing: 2020-era hardware with Unknown of VRAM is already obsolete for modern gaming and is hard to recommend today.
- βLower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 52.8 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $149 MSRP).
Quick Answers
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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 Xe G4 48EUs |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p | ||
| low | 94 FPS | 80 FPS |
| medium | 83 FPS | 70 FPS |
| high | 70 FPS | 50 FPS |
| ultra | 58 FPS | 32 FPS |
| 1440p | ||
| low | 87 FPS | 66 FPS |
| medium | 74 FPS | 58 FPS |
| high | 60 FPS | 37 FPS |
| ultra | 50 FPS | 23 FPS |
| 4K | ||
| low | 41 FPS | 24 FPS |
| medium | 39 FPS | 23 FPS |
| high | 27 FPS | 14 FPS |
| ultra | 24 FPS | 12 FPS |

Counter-Strike 2
| Preset | GeForce GTX 1650 | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p | ||
| low | 136 FPS | 86 FPS |
| medium | 113 FPS | 58 FPS |
| high | 94 FPS | 40 FPS |
| ultra | 71 FPS | 27 FPS |
| 1440p | ||
| low | 79 FPS | 58 FPS |
| medium | 62 FPS | 34 FPS |
| high | 44 FPS | 25 FPS |
| ultra | 35 FPS | 19 FPS |
| 4K | ||
| low | 36 FPS | 28 FPS |
| medium | 27 FPS | 18 FPS |
| high | 21 FPS | 14 FPS |
| ultra | 15 FPS | 11 FPS |

League of Legends
| Preset | GeForce GTX 1650 | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p | ||
| low | 323 FPS | 108 FPS |
| medium | 283 FPS | 86 FPS |
| high | 205 FPS | 72 FPS |
| ultra | 169 FPS | 54 FPS |
| 1440p | ||
| low | 225 FPS | 81 FPS |
| medium | 202 FPS | 65 FPS |
| high | 151 FPS | 54 FPS |
| ultra | 117 FPS | 40 FPS |
| 4K | ||
| low | 130 FPS | 54 FPS |
| medium | 117 FPS | 43 FPS |
| high | 79 FPS | 36 FPS |
| ultra | 50 FPS | 27 FPS |

Valorant
| Preset | GeForce GTX 1650 | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p | ||
| low | 261 FPS | 108 FPS |
| medium | 211 FPS | 86 FPS |
| high | 191 FPS | 72 FPS |
| ultra | 166 FPS | 54 FPS |
| 1440p | ||
| low | 201 FPS | 81 FPS |
| medium | 158 FPS | 65 FPS |
| high | 135 FPS | 54 FPS |
| ultra | 113 FPS | 40 FPS |
| 4K | ||
| low | 99 FPS | 54 FPS |
| medium | 74 FPS | 43 FPS |
| high | 65 FPS | 36 FPS |
| ultra | 51 FPS | 27 FPS |
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs

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 Xe G4 48EUs
UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs
The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is manufactured by Intel. It was released in August 15 2020. It features the Gen. 11 Ice Lake architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 1450 MHz. It has 48 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 28W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,400 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs's 2,400 β the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 227.9%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs uses Gen. 11 Ice Lake, both on 12 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 48 (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1450 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 7,869+228% | 2,400 |
| Architecture | Turing | Gen. 11 Ice Lake |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 10 nm |
| Shading Units | 896+1767% | 48 |
| Boost Clock | 1665 MHz+15% | 1450 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 Xe G4 48EUs relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Xe G4 48EUs 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 Xe G4 48EUs |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Xe G4 48EUs). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 3.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Quick Sync (Tiger Lake) (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs Quick Sync (Tiger Lake). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 5th gen (Volta) | Quick Sync (Tiger Lake) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 4th gen | Quick Sync (Tiger Lake) |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs's 28W β a 91.3% difference. The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1W (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs). Power connectors: None vs Integrated. Card length: 229mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 70Β°C vs 85.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W | 28W-63% |
| Recommended PSU | 300W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | None | Integrated |
| Length | 229mm | 0mm |
| Height | 111mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 70Β°C-18% | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 104.9+22% | 85.7 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP, while the UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs launched at $0. The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs costs 100+% less ($149 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 52.8 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs Infinity (UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs) β the UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs offers Infinity% better value. The UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2019).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $149 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 52.8 | Infinity |
| Codename | TU117 | Tiger Lake Xe |
| Release | April 23 2019 | August 15 2020 |
| Ranking | #323 | #712 |
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