GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design vs Tesla M6

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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design is positioned at rank 65 and the Tesla M6 is on rank 188, so the GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design

#19

Radeon RX 5600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $150

98%

#22

Radeon RX 7700

MSRP: $449|Avg: $399

94%

#55

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

206%

#57

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

187%

#58

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

187%

#62

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

170%

#63

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

169%

#65

GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

100%

#66

GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

100%

#68

GeForce GTX 850M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

97%

#78

Radeon HD 8970M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $170

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Tesla M6

#82

RTX A5000

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $1800

99%

#83

Radeon Pro Vega 64X

MSRP: $2200|Avg: $2200

98%

#84

Radeon PRO V710

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $2000

96%

#85

RTX A5500

MSRP: $3600|Avg: $2200

94%

#86

Radeon Pro WX 9100

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $550

89%

#87

A10G

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2000

87%

#173

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

2371%

#188

Tesla M6

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $84

100%

#190

CMP 30HX

MSRP: $799|Avg: $60

98%

#191

FirePro W2100

MSRP: $139|Avg: $30

98%

#193

FirePro M6000

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

97%

#196

FirePro M4170

MSRP: $200|Avg: $80

94%

#197

GRID K140Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $500

93%

#200

Radeon Pro Duo

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $799

89%

#201

P102-100

MSRP: $600|Avg: $80

88%

#203

Quadro FX 2700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

87%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Tesla M6 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Tesla M6.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design	Tesla M6
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.3%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Tesla M6 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $84 versus $100 for the GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design, it costs 16% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 17.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design	Tesla M6
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+17.5%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100)	✅More affordable ($84)

Performance Check

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 7800X3D 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 with Max-Q Design Benchmark Check

Tesla M6 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design and Tesla M6

GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design

The GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 2 2020. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1035 MHz to 1200 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,309 points.

Tesla M6

The Tesla M6 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 930 MHz to 1180 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,225 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design scores 6,309 and the Tesla M6 reaches 6,225 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design is built on Turing while the Tesla M6 uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design) vs 1,536 (Tesla M6). Raw compute: 2.458 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design) vs 3.625 TFLOPS (Tesla M6). Boost clocks: 1200 MHz vs 1180 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design	Tesla M6
G3D Mark Score	6,309+1%	6,225
Architecture	Turing	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	12 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1024	1536+50%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.458 TFLOPS	3.625 TFLOPS+47%
Boost Clock	1200 MHz+2%	1180 MHz
ROPs	32	64+100%
TMUs	64	96+50%
L1 Cache	1 MB+79%	0.56 MB
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design	Tesla M6
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design) vs 2 MB (Tesla M6) — the Tesla M6 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design	Tesla M6
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	128-bit	256-bit+100%
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design) vs 12 (Tesla M6). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design	Tesla M6
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12
Max Displays	4	0

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (Turing) (GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design) vs NVENC 5th Gen (Tesla M6). Decoder: NVDEC (4th Gen) vs NVDEC 2nd Gen.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design	Tesla M6
Encoder	NVENC (Turing)	NVENC 5th Gen
Decoder	NVDEC (4th Gen)	NVDEC 2nd Gen
Codecs	H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP9,H.265 10-bit	—

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design draws 50W versus the Tesla M6's 100W — a 66.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design) vs 350W (Tesla M6). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design	Tesla M6
TDP	50W-50%	100W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	—	1mm
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	75°C	—
Perf/Watt	126.2+103%	62.3

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Value Analysis

The Tesla M6 costs 16% less ($16 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 63.1 (GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design) vs 74.1 (Tesla M6) — the Tesla M6 offers 17.4% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).