GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. 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 RTX 3080 Ti

#57

Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12GB

MSRP: $289|Avg: $423

148%

#58

Arc A380

MSRP: $149|Avg: $119

146%

#59

Radeon RX 9070

MSRP: $549|Avg: $550

144%

#60

Radeon RX 7900 XT

MSRP: $899|Avg: $630

144%

#61

GeForce RTX 4080

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $800

128%

#62

Arc A310

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

126%

#63

GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER

MSRP: $799|Avg: $800

124%

#64

Radeon RX 9070 XT

MSRP: $599|Avg: $700

120%

#65

GeForce RTX 5070 Ti

MSRP: $749|Avg: $850

120%

#66

Radeon RX 6900 XT

MSRP: $999|Avg: $385

119%

#67

GeForce GTX 1630

MSRP: $150|Avg: $90

115%

#68

GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

MSRP: $999|Avg: $999

107%

#69

Radeon RX 6800 XT

MSRP: $649|Avg: $743

105%

#70

Radeon RX 7900 XTX

MSRP: $999|Avg: $930

105%

#71

Radeon RX 6950 XT

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $850

103%

#72

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $550

100%

#73

GeForce RTX 3080 12GB

MSRP: $1250|Avg: $500

95%

#74

GeForce RTX 5080

MSRP: $999|Avg: $1250

90%

#75

GeForce RTX 3090

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $900

79%

#76

Radeon Ryzen 7 6800H

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

76%

#77

GeForce RTX 4090

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1649

72%

#78

GeForce RTX 3090 Ti

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1100

66%

#79

Iris Xe Graphics MAX

MSRP: $55|Avg: $40

46%

#80

GeForce RTX 5090

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $2700

45%

#81

Moore Threads MTT S80

MSRP: $260|Avg: $170

43%

#82

Intel UHD Graphics P750

MSRP: $150|Avg: $100

39%

#83

Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G

MSRP: $299|Avg: $100

38%

#84

Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

31%

#85

Radeon Ryzen 7 6800U

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

29%

#86

Radeon Ryzen 5 6600U

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

29%

#87

Radeon RX 7500

MSRP: $229|Avg: $229

26%

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 RTX 3080 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 241.4% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (12 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 3080 Ti	GeForce GTX 1650
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+241.4%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-241.4%)
Longevity	🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (12 GB)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (285mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $550 for the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti, it costs 86% less. While it maintains significantly lower raw performance, this results in a 114.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti	GeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+114.8%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($550)	✅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.

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1650 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3080 Ti and GeForce GTX 1650

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti

The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 31 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 10240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 350W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 80 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 26,861 points. Launch price was $1,199.

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 RTX 3080 Ti scores 26,861 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti leads by 241.4%. The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti is built on Ampere while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 10,240 (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 34.1 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1665 MHz.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti	GeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score	26,861+241%	7,869
Architecture	Ampere	Turing
Process Node	8 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	10240+1043%	896
Compute (TFLOPS)	34.1 TFLOPS+1043%	2.984 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1665 MHz	1665 MHz
ROPs	112+250%	32
TMUs	320+471%	56
L1 Cache	10 MB+1036%	0.88 MB
L2 Cache	6 MB+500%	1 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 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 3080 Ti	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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 has 4 GB. The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 912 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti) vs 128 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650) — a 612.5% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti. Bus width: 384-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti	GeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity	12 GB+200%	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6X	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	912 GB/s+613%	128 GB/s
Bus Width	384-bit+200%	128-bit
L2 Cache	6 MB+500%	1 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti	GeForce GTX 1650
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12
Vulkan	1.4	1.4
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4+33%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti	GeForce GTX 1650
Encoder	NVENC 7th gen	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder	NVDEC 5th gen	NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti draws 350W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 129.4% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 750W (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: 2x 8-pin vs None. Card length: 285mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 70°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti	GeForce GTX 1650
TDP	350W	75W-79%
Recommended PSU	750W	300W-60%
Power Connector	2x 8-pin	None
Length	285mm	229mm
Height	112mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	70°C-18%
Perf/Watt	76.7	104.9+37%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti launched at $1199 MSRP and currently averages $550, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 86.4% less ($475 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 48.8 (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 115% better value. The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2019).