GeForce RTX 2060 vs GeForce GTX 1650
GeForce RTX 2060
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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.
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 2060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 79.4% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (6 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1650.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 2060 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+79.4%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-79.4%) |
| Longevity | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (6 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $120 (vs $75), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 12.1% better value per dollar than the GeForce GTX 1650.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 2060 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+12.1%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120) | ✅More affordable ($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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 2060 and GeForce GTX 1650
GeForce RTX 2060
The GeForce RTX 2060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 7 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1680 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 30 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 14,114 points. Launch price was $349.
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.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 2060 scores 14,114 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 79.4%. The GeForce RTX 2060 is built on Turing while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on a 12 nm process. Shader units: 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 1680 MHz vs 1665 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2060 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 14,114+79% | 7,869 |
| Architecture | Turing | Turing |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 1920+114% | 896 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 6.451 TFLOPS+116% | 2.984 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1680 MHz | 1665 MHz |
| ROPs | 48+50% | 32 |
| TMUs | 120+114% | 56 |
| L1 Cache | 1.9 MB+116% | 0.88 MB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+200% | 1 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
The GeForce RTX 2060 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The GeForce GTX 1650 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2060 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 2.0 | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 2060 comes with 6 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 has 4 GB. The GeForce RTX 2060 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 336 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2060) vs 128 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650) — a 162.5% advantage for the GeForce RTX 2060. Bus width: 192-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (GeForce RTX 2060) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce RTX 2060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2060 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB+50% | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 336 GB/s+163% | 128 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 192-bit+50% | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+200% | 1 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2060 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate (12_2) | 12 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.4+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4+33% | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: NVDEC (Turing) vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce RTX 2060) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2060 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (Turing) | NVENC 5th gen (Volta) |
| Decoder | NVDEC (Turing) | NVDEC 4th gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 2060 draws 160W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 72.3% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce RTX 2060) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: 8-pin vs None. Card length: 229mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 72 vs 70°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2060 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 160W | 75W-53% |
| Recommended PSU | 500W | 300W-40% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | None |
| Length | 229mm | 229mm |
| Height | 113mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 72 | 70°C-3% |
| Perf/Watt | 88.2 | 104.9+19% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 MSRP and currently averages $120, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 37.5% less ($45 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 12.1% better value.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2060 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $349 | $149-57% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $120 | $75-38% |
| Performance per Dollar | 117.6+12% | 104.9 |
| Codename | TU106 | TU117 |
| Release | January 7 2019 | April 23 2019 |
| Ranking | #168 | #323 |
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