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GeForce GTX 590
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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.
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 590 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 590 | GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+50%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $100), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 104.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 590 | GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+104.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100) | ✅More affordable ($50) |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 590 and GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST
GeForce GTX 590
The GeForce GTX 590 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 24 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 607 MHz. It has 1024 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 365W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,341 points. Launch price was $699.
GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST
The GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 26 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 980 MHz to 1033 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 134W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,415 points. Launch price was $169.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 590 scores 3,341 and the GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST reaches 3,415 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 590 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST uses Kepler, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (GeForce GTX 590) vs 768 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST). Raw compute: 1.244 TFLOPS ×2 (GeForce GTX 590) vs 1.585 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 590 | GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,341 | 3,415+2% |
| Architecture | Fermi 2.0 | Kepler |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1024 ×2+33% | 768 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.244 TFLOPS ×2 | 1.585 TFLOPS+27% |
| ROPs | 48 ×2+100% | 24 |
| TMUs | 64 ×2 | 64 |
| L1 Cache | 1 MB+1567% | 0.06 MB |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+100% | 384 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 590 | GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 590 comes with 3 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 590 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 768 KB (GeForce GTX 590) vs 384 KB (GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST) — the GeForce GTX 590 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 590 | GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 3 GB+50% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+100% | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+100% | 384 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 590) vs 12 (FL 11_0) (GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 590 | GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0) | 12 (FL 11_0) |
| OpenGL | 4.6+5% | 4.4 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP5) vs PureVideo VP5. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 590) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 590 | GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | — | NVENC 1st gen |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD (VP5) | PureVideo VP5 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 590 draws 365W versus the GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST's 134W — a 92.6% difference. The GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 700W (GeForce GTX 590) vs 450W (GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST). Power connectors: 2x 8-pin vs 1x 6-pin. Typical load temperature: 90°C vs 97°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 590 | GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 365W | 134W-63% |
| Recommended PSU | 700W | 450W-36% |
| Power Connector | 2x 8-pin | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | — | 241mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 90°C-7% | 97°C |
| Perf/Watt | 9.2 | 25.5+177% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 590 launched at $699 MSRP and currently averages $100, while the GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST launched at $169 and now averages $50. The GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST costs 50% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 33.4 (GeForce GTX 590) vs 68.3 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST) — the GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST offers 104.5% better value. The GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2011).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 590 | GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $699 | $169-76% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | $50-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 33.4 | 68.3+104% |
| Codename | GF110 | GK106 |
| Release | March 24 2011 | March 26 2013 |
| Ranking | #555 | #551 |
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