GeForce RTX 3090 vs GeForce GTX 1650
GeForce RTX 3090
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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 Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3090
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3090 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 238% higher G3D Mark score and 500% more VRAM (24 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 3090 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+238%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-238%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (24 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (312mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $900 for the GeForce RTX 3090, it costs 92% less. While it maintains significantly lower raw performance, this results in a 255.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3090 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+255.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($900) | ✅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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3090 and GeForce GTX 1650
GeForce RTX 3090
The GeForce RTX 3090 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 1 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1395 MHz to 1695 MHz. It has 10496 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 350W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 82 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 26,594 points. Launch price was $1,499.
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 3090 scores 26,594 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce RTX 3090 leads by 238%. The GeForce RTX 3090 is built on Ampere while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 10,496 (GeForce RTX 3090) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 35.58 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3090) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 1695 MHz vs 1665 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3090 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 26,594+238% | 7,869 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Turing |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 10496+1071% | 896 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 35.58 TFLOPS+1092% | 2.984 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1695 MHz+2% | 1665 MHz |
| ROPs | 112+250% | 32 |
| TMUs | 328+486% | 56 |
| L1 Cache | 10.3 MB+1070% | 0.88 MB |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+500% | 1 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
The GeForce RTX 3090 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 3090 | 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 3090 comes with 24 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 has 4 GB. The GeForce RTX 3090 offers 500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 936 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3090) vs 128 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650) — a 631.3% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3090. Bus width: 384-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (GeForce RTX 3090) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce RTX 3090 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3090 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 24 GB+500% | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 936 GB/s+631% | 128 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 384-bit+200% | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+500% | 1 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3090) 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 3090 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 |
| Vulkan | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4+33% | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3090) 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 3090) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3090 | 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 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3090 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 3090) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: 2x 8-pin vs None. Card length: 312mm vs 229mm, occupying 3 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 70°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3090 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 350W | 75W-79% |
| Recommended PSU | 750W | 300W-60% |
| Power Connector | 2x 8-pin | None |
| Length | 312mm | 229mm |
| Height | 140mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 3 | 2-33% |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 70°C-18% |
| Perf/Watt | 76.0 | 104.9+38% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3090 launched at $1499 MSRP and currently averages $900, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 91.7% less ($825 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 29.5 (GeForce RTX 3090) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 255.6% better value. The GeForce RTX 3090 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2019).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3090 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1499 | $149-90% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $900 | $75-92% |
| Performance per Dollar | 29.5 | 104.9+256% |
| Codename | GA102 | TU117 |
| Release | September 1 2020 | April 23 2019 |
| Ranking | #37 | #323 |
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