GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 vs GeForce GTX 1650

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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1650 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2013). The GeForce GTX 1650 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 21.1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2.

Insight	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2	GeForce GTX 1650
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-21.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+21.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
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 780 Rev. 2 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $75 for the GeForce GTX 1650, it costs 20% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 3.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2	GeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+3.3%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($60)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)

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 780 Rev. 2 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 and GeForce GTX 1650

GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2

The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 10 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 863 MHz to 902 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,500 points. Launch price was $649.

GeForce GTX 1650

The GeForce GTX 1650 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 23 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1485 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,869 points. Launch price was $149.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 scores 6,500 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 21.1%. The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 2,304 (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 4.156 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 902 MHz vs 1665 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2	GeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score	6,500	7,869+21%
Architecture	Kepler	Turing
Process Node	28 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	2304+157%	896
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.156 TFLOPS+39%	2.984 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	902 MHz	1665 MHz+85%
ROPs	48+50%	32
TMUs	192+243%	56
L1 Cache	192 KB	896 KB+367%
L2 Cache	1.5 MB+50%	1 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2	GeForce GTX 1650
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 4 GB of GDDR5. Memory bandwidth: 288 GB/s (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) vs 128 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650) — a 125% advantage for the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2. Bus width: 384-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 1.5 MB (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2	GeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	288 GB/s+125%	128 GB/s
Bus Width	384-bit+200%	128-bit
L2 Cache	1.5 MB+50%	1 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 draws 250W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 107.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs None.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2	GeForce GTX 1650
TDP	250W	75W-70%
Recommended PSU	600W	300W-50%
Power Connector	6-pin + 8-pin	None
Length	—	229mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	—	2
Temp (Load)	—	70°C
Perf/Watt	26.0	104.9+303%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 launched at $649 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 costs 20% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 108.3 (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 offers 3.2% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2013).