GeForce GTX 760M vs GeForce GTX 650
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GeForce GTX 760M is positioned at rank #97 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 760M
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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 760M | GeForce GTX 650 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | Normal Efficiency |
| 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 760M | GeForce GTX 650 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+62.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40) | ✅More affordable ($25) |
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 760M and GeForce GTX 650
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.
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.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 760M scores 1,726 and the GeForce GTX 650 reaches 1,756 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 760M is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 650 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 768 (GeForce GTX 760M) vs 384 (GeForce GTX 650). Raw compute: 1.009 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 760M) vs 0.8125 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 650).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760M | GeForce GTX 650 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,726 | 1,756+2% |
| Architecture | Kepler | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 768+100% | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.009 TFLOPS+24% | 0.8125 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 16 | 16 |
| TMUs | 64+100% | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 64 KB+100% | 32 KB |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760M | GeForce GTX 650 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760M | GeForce GTX 650 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 760M draws 55W versus the GeForce GTX 650's 65W — a 16.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 760M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 760M) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 650). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760M | GeForce GTX 650 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 55W-15% | 65W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 300W-14% |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | — | 145mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Perf/Watt | 31.4+16% | 27.0 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 650 costs 37.5% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 43.1 (GeForce GTX 760M) vs 70.2 (GeForce GTX 650) — the GeForce GTX 650 offers 62.9% better value. The GeForce GTX 760M is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2012).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760M | GeForce GTX 650 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $109 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | $25-38% |
| Performance per Dollar | 43.1 | 70.2+63% |
| Codename | GK106 | GK107 |
| Release | May 30 2013 | September 6 2012 |
| Ranking | #725 | #719 |
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