GeForce GTX 650 Ti vs GRID M40

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 GRID M40

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

94%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

93%

#250

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

5909%

#265

GRID M40

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

100%

#266

GRID M3-3020

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

100%

#267

GRID P40-8Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

100%

#268

FirePro V3800

MSRP: $129|Avg: $12

100%

#269

FirePro V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $15

99%

#270

FirePro 3D V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $40

98%

#271

FirePro S9050

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825

98%

#272

FirePro R5000

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150

96%

#273

GRID M6-8Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

95%

#276

GRID K120Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $20

94%

#277

Tesla M60

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $250

93%

#279

FirePro V7900

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

90%

#280

GRID P6-4Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

88%

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 GRID M40.

Insight	GeForce GTX 650 Ti	GRID M40
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 650 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 650 Ti holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $100), it costs 70% less, resulting in a 236.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 650 Ti	GRID M40
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+236.7%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($30)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100)

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 650 Ti Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 650 Ti and GRID M40

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.

GRID M40

The GRID M40 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1033 MHz to 1000 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,500 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 650 Ti scores 2,525 and the GRID M40 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 GRID M40 uses Maxwell, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 768 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti) vs 384 (GRID M40). Raw compute: 1.425 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 650 Ti) vs 0.7933 TFLOPS (GRID M40).

Feature	GeForce GTX 650 Ti	GRID M40
G3D Mark Score	2,525+1%	2,500
Architecture	Kepler	Maxwell
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	768+100%	384
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.425 TFLOPS+80%	0.7933 TFLOPS
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	64+100%	32
L1 Cache	64 KB	192 KB+200%
L2 Cache	0.25 MB	2 MB+700%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 650 Ti	GRID M40
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 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (GeForce GTX 650 Ti) vs 2 MB (GRID M40) — the GRID M40 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 650 Ti	GRID M40
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	0.25 MB	2 MB+700%

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 650 Ti draws 110W versus the GRID M40's 50W — a 75% difference. The GRID M40 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 400W (GeForce GTX 650 Ti) vs 350W (GRID M40). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 650 Ti	GRID M40
TDP	110W	50W-55%
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	50.0+117%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 650 Ti launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GRID M40 launched at $1000 and now averages $100. The GeForce GTX 650 Ti costs 70% less ($70 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 84.2 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti) vs 25.0 (GRID M40) — the GeForce GTX 650 Ti offers 236.8% better value. The GRID M40 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2012).