GeForce GTX 950M
VS
GeForce GTX 650 Ti

GeForce GTX 950M vs GeForce GTX 650 Ti

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 950M

2015Core: 914 MHzBoost: 1124 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 650 Ti

2012Core: 928 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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 950M is positioned at rank #83 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced 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 950M

#25
Radeon RX 7600M XT
MSRP: $329|Avg: $300
95%
#73
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
232%
#75
210%
#76
210%
#80
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
191%
#81
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
189%
#83
GeForce GTX 950M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#86
Radeon RX 560 (móvel)
MSRP: $99|Avg: $50
97%
#92
Radeon RX 550 (móvel)
MSRP: $79|Avg: $40
95%
#95
GeForce GT 555M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $35
92%
#97
GeForce GTX 760M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40
92%
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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 950M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 650 Ti.

InsightGeForce GTX 950MGeForce GTX 650 Ti
Performance
Leading raw performance (+2%)
Lower raw frame rates (-2%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 950M remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 950M and GeForce GTX 650 Ti

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 950M

The GeForce GTX 950M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 914 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,575 points.

NVIDIA

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.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 950M scores 2,575 and the GeForce GTX 650 Ti reaches 2,525 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 950M is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GTX 650 Ti uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 640 (GeForce GTX 950M) vs 768 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti). Raw compute: 1.439 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 950M) vs 1.425 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 650 Ti).

FeatureGeForce GTX 950MGeForce GTX 650 Ti
G3D Mark Score
2,575+2%
2,525
Architecture
Maxwell
Kepler
Process Node
28 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
640
768+20%
Compute (TFLOPS)
1.439 TFLOPS
1.425 TFLOPS
ROPs
16
16
TMUs
40
64+60%
L1 Cache
320 KB+400%
64 KB
L2 Cache
2 MB+700%
0.25 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 950MGeForce GTX 650 Ti
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. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce GTX 950M) vs 0.25 MB (GeForce GTX 650 Ti) — the GeForce GTX 950M has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGeForce GTX 950MGeForce GTX 650 Ti
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
2 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
Unknown
86.4 GB/s
Bus Width
128-bit
128-bit
L2 Cache
2 MB+700%
0.25 MB
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 950M draws 75W versus the GeForce GTX 650 Ti's 110W — a 37.8% difference. The GeForce GTX 950M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 950M) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 650 Ti). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 1x 6-pin.

FeatureGeForce GTX 950MGeForce GTX 650 Ti
TDP
75W-32%
110W
Recommended PSU
350W-13%
400W
Power Connector
1x 6-pin
1x 6-pin
Length
145mm
Height
111mm
Slots
2
Temp (Load)
70
Perf/Watt
34.3+49%
23.0
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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 950M is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2012).

FeatureGeForce GTX 950MGeForce GTX 650 Ti
MSRP
$149
Avg Price (30d)
$30
Codename
GM107
GK106
Release
March 13 2015
October 9 2012
Ranking
#626
#633