GeForce GTX 650 vs GeForce GTX 760M

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 760M

#28

Radeon RX 6650M XT

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

99%

#30

Radeon 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

94%

#31

Radeon RX 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

94%

#87

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

252%

#89

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

228%

#90

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

227%

#94

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

207%

#95

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

205%

#97

GeForce GTX 760M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

100%

#100

GeForce 945M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $98

98%

#103

Radeon RX 460 (móvel)

MSRP: $99|Avg: $45

96%

#105

GeForce GTX 680M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

95%

#106

Radeon HD 7470M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $12

95%

#110

GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 760M.

Insight	GeForce GTX 650	GeForce GTX 760M
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 650 holds the technical lead. Priced at $25 (vs $40), it costs 38% less, resulting in a 62.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 650	GeForce GTX 760M
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+62.8%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($25)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40)

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 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 760M Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 650 and GeForce GTX 760M

GeForce GTX 650

The GeForce GTX 650 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 6 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 1058 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 65W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,756 points. Launch price was $109.

GeForce GTX 760M

The GeForce GTX 760M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 30 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 657 MHz to 657 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,726 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 650 scores 1,756 and the GeForce GTX 760M reaches 1,726 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 650 is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 760M uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GTX 650) vs 768 (GeForce GTX 760M). Raw compute: 0.8125 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 650) vs 1.009 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 760M).

Feature	GeForce GTX 650	GeForce GTX 760M
G3D Mark Score	1,756+2%	1,726
Architecture	Kepler	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	384	768+100%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.8125 TFLOPS	1.009 TFLOPS+24%
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	32	64+100%
L1 Cache	32 KB	64 KB+100%
L2 Cache	256 KB	256 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 650	GeForce GTX 760M
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.

Feature	GeForce GTX 650	GeForce GTX 760M
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	80 GB/s	80 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	256 KB	256 KB

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 650 draws 65W versus the GeForce GTX 760M's 55W — a 16.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 760M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 650) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 760M). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 1x 6-pin.

Feature	GeForce GTX 650	GeForce GTX 760M
TDP	65W	55W-15%
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	1x 6-pin
Length	145mm	—
Slots	2	—
Perf/Watt	27.0	31.4+16%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 650 costs 37.5% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 70.2 (GeForce GTX 650) vs 43.1 (GeForce GTX 760M) — the GeForce GTX 650 offers 62.9% better value. The GeForce GTX 760M is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2012).