GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile vs GeForce GTX 1650
GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile
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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 3050 6GB Mobile is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 28.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (8 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 3050 6GB Mobile | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+28.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-28.7%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile 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 RTX 3050 6GB Mobile and GeForce GTX 1650
GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 6 2023. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1237 MHz to 1492 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 60W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,125 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.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile scores 10,125 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile leads by 28.7%. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile is built on Ampere while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 1492 MHz vs 1665 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 10,125+29% | 7,869 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Turing |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 2560+186% | 896 |
| Boost Clock | 1492 MHz | 1665 MHz+12% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile 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 3050 6GB Mobile | 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 3050 6GB Mobile comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 has 4 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 168 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile) vs 128 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650) — a 31.3% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile. Bus width: 96-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+100% | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 168 GB/s+31% | 128 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 96-bit | 128-bit+33% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile) 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 3050 6GB Mobile | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2+2% | 12 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.4+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4+33% | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 7th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 7th Gen NVENC | NVENC 5th gen (Volta) |
| Decoder | 5th Gen NVDEC | NVDEC 4th gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) | H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile draws 60W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 22.2% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: Mobile vs None. Card length: 0mm vs 229mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 70°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 60W-20% | 75W |
| Recommended PSU | 500W | 300W-40% |
| Power Connector | Mobile | None |
| Length | 0mm | 229mm |
| Height | 0mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 70°C-13% |
| Perf/Watt | 168.8+61% | 104.9 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2019).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $149 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $75 |
| Codename | GN20-P0-R 6 GB | TU117 |
| Release | January 6 2023 | April 23 2019 |
| Ranking | #271 | #323 |
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