GeForce GTX 650 Ti
VS
GeForce GTX 860M SLI

GeForce GTX 650 Ti vs GeForce GTX 860M SLI

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 650 Ti

2012Core: 928 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 860M SLI

2014Core: 1029 MHz

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.

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.

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

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 860M SLI

#61
GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)
MSRP: $800|Avg: $350
93%
#270
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
651%
#272
590%
#273
589%
#277
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
535%
#278
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
532%
#280
GeForce GTX 860M SLI
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#282
Iris Xe Graphics G7
MSRP: $200|Avg: $100
99%
#283
Radeon R9 M395
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
99%
#285
GeForce GT 755M SLI
MSRP: $200|Avg: $50
98%
#286
GeForce GTX 950A
MSRP: $159|Avg: $30
98%
#288
Radeon 540X
MSRP: $99|Avg: $40
96%
#289
GeForce 930MX
MSRP: $80|Avg: $25
96%
#291
GeForce MX250
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
95%
#292
Radeon 630
MSRP: $100|Avg: $50
94%
#293
GeForce MX330
MSRP: $150|Avg: $100
94%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 650 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 860M SLI.

InsightGeForce GTX 650 TiGeForce GTX 860M SLI
Performance
Leading raw performance (+1%)
Lower raw frame rates (-1%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 650 Ti remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 650 Ti and GeForce GTX 860M SLI

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 650 Ti

The GeForce GTX 650 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 9 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 928 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 110W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,525 points. Launch price was $149.

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 860M SLI

The GeForce GTX 860M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 12 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock speed is 1029 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 120W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,500 points.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 650 Ti scores 2,525 and the GeForce GTX 860M SLI reaches 2,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 650 Ti is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 860M SLI uses Maxwell, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 768 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti) vs 1,280 (GeForce GTX 860M SLI).

FeatureGeForce GTX 650 TiGeForce GTX 860M SLI
G3D Mark Score
2,525+1%
2,500
Architecture
Kepler
Maxwell
Process Node
28 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
768
1280+67%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 650 TiGeForce GTX 860M SLI
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
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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

FeatureGeForce GTX 650 TiGeForce GTX 860M SLI
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
2 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
86.4 GB/s
Unknown
Bus Width
128-bit
128-bit
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 650 Ti draws 110W versus the GeForce GTX 860M SLI's 120W — a 8.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 650 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 400W (GeForce GTX 650 Ti) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 860M SLI). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

FeatureGeForce GTX 650 TiGeForce GTX 860M SLI
TDP
110W-8%
120W
Recommended PSU
400W
350W-13%
Power Connector
1x 6-pin
PCIe-powered
Length
145mm
Height
111mm
Slots
2
Temp (Load)
70
Perf/Watt
23.0+11%
20.8
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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 860M SLI is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2012).

FeatureGeForce GTX 650 TiGeForce GTX 860M SLI
MSRP
$149
Avg Price (30d)
$30
Codename
GK106
Release
October 9 2012
March 12 2014
Ranking
#633
#457