GeForce GTX 780M vs GeForce GTX 1650

GeForce GTX 780M

2013Core: 823 MHzBoost: 797 MHz

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 780M

122

3,845

0.0%

GeForce GTX 745

GeForce GTX 950M

GeForce GTX 675MX

GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST

GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)

GeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel)

GeForce RTX 3060 12GB

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

GeForce GTX 1650

7,869

+104.7%

GeForce GTX 880M SLI

GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448

GeForce GTX 960

GeForce GTX 1650 (móvel)

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

GeForce GTX 1080

GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER

GeForce RTX 3070 Ti

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 780M is positioned at rank #212 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 GeForce GTX 780M

#52

Radeon 8060S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

88%

#202

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

424%

#204

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

384%

#205

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

383%

#209

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

348%

#210

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

346%

#212

GeForce GTX 780M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60

100%

#216

Radeon 8040S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

95%

#217

Radeon R7 +8G

MSRP: $49|Avg: $20

95%

#221

Radeon HD 6550A

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

92%

#222

Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)

MSRP: $150|Avg: $75

91%

#224

GeForce GT 640M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

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 780M 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 104.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 780M.

Insight	GeForce GTX 780M	GeForce GTX 1650
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-104.7%)	✅Leading raw performance (+104.7%)
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 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $60), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 63.7% better value per dollar than the GeForce GTX 780M.

Insight	GeForce GTX 780M	GeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+63.7%)
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 780M Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1650 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 780M and GeForce GTX 1650

GeForce GTX 780M

The GeForce GTX 780M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 11 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 823 MHz to 797 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 122W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,845 points.

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 780M scores 3,845 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 104.7%. The GeForce GTX 780M is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (GeForce GTX 780M) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 2.448 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 780M) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 797 MHz vs 1665 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780M	GeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score	3,845	7,869+105%
Architecture	Kepler	Turing
Process Node	28 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	1536+71%	896
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.448 TFLOPS	2.984 TFLOPS+22%
Boost Clock	797 MHz	1665 MHz+109%
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	128+129%	56
L1 Cache	128 KB	896 KB+600%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	1 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 780M	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: 160 GB/s (GeForce GTX 780M) vs 128 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650) — a 25% advantage for the GeForce GTX 780M. Bus width: 256-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce GTX 780M) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780M	GeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	160 GB/s+25%	128 GB/s
Bus Width	256-bit+100%	128-bit
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	1 MB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 780M) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780M	GeForce GTX 1650
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12
Vulkan	1.2	1.4+17%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4+33%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 1st Gen NVENC (Kepler) (GeForce GTX 780M) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP5 vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 780M) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).

Feature	GeForce GTX 780M	GeForce GTX 1650
Encoder	1st Gen NVENC (Kepler)	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP5	NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 780M draws 122W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 47.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 780M) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs None. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 70°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780M	GeForce GTX 1650
TDP	122W	75W-39%
Recommended PSU	350W	300W-14%
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	None
Length	—	229mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	70°C-13%
Perf/Watt	31.5	104.9+233%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 780M costs 20% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 64.1 (GeForce GTX 780M) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 63.7% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2013).