GeForce RTX 4090 D
VS
GeForce GTX 1650

GeForce RTX 4090 D vs GeForce GTX 1650

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 4090 D

2023Core: 2280 MHzBoost: 2520 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 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.

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Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 4090 D is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 290.5% 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.

InsightGeForce RTX 4090 DGeForce GTX 1650
Performance
Leading raw performance (+290.5%)
Lower raw frame rates (-290.5%)
Longevity
🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm)
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
🎮 High Capacity (24 GB)
❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
Standard Size (304mm)
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $1,599 for the GeForce RTX 4090 D, it costs 95% less. While it maintains significantly lower raw performance, this results in a 446% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightGeForce RTX 4090 DGeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+446%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,599)
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 4090 D and GeForce GTX 1650

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 4090 D

The GeForce RTX 4090 D is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 28 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2280 MHz to 2520 MHz. It has 14592 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 425W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 114 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 30,725 points. Launch price was $1,599.

NVIDIA

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 4090 D scores 30,725 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce RTX 4090 D leads by 290.5%. The GeForce RTX 4090 D is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 5 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 14,592 (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 73.54 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 2520 MHz vs 1665 MHz.

FeatureGeForce RTX 4090 DGeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score
30,725+290%
7,869
Architecture
Ada Lovelace
Turing
Process Node
5 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
14592+1529%
896
Compute (TFLOPS)
73.54 TFLOPS+2364%
2.984 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
2520 MHz+51%
1665 MHz
ROPs
176+450%
32
TMUs
456+714%
56
L1 Cache
14.3 MB+1525%
0.88 MB
L2 Cache
72 MB+7100%
1 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4090 D is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The GeForce GTX 1650 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4090 D 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.

FeatureGeForce RTX 4090 DGeForce GTX 1650
Upscaling Tech
DLSS 3.5
FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation
DLSS 3.0 (Native)
FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
Yes (DLSS 3.5)
No
Low Latency
NVIDIA Reflex
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 4090 D comes with 24 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 has 4 GB. The GeForce RTX 4090 D offers 500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 1008 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 128 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650) — a 687.5% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4090 D. Bus width: 384-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 72 MB (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce RTX 4090 D has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGeForce RTX 4090 DGeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity
24 GB+500%
4 GB
Memory Type
GDDR6X
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
1008 GB/s+688%
128 GB/s
Bus Width
384-bit+200%
128-bit
L2 Cache
72 MB+7100%
1 MB
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

FeatureGeForce RTX 4090 DGeForce 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: 2x NVENC (8th Gen) (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: NVDEC (5th Gen) vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).

FeatureGeForce RTX 4090 DGeForce GTX 1650
Encoder
2x NVENC (8th Gen)
NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder
NVDEC (5th Gen)
NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs
H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9
H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 4090 D draws 425W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 140% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 850W (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: 16-pin vs None. Card length: 304mm vs 229mm, occupying 3 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 78°C vs 70°C.

FeatureGeForce RTX 4090 DGeForce GTX 1650
TDP
425W
75W-82%
Recommended PSU
850W
300W-65%
Power Connector
16-pin
None
Length
304mm
229mm
Height
137mm
111mm
Slots
3
2-33%
Temp (Load)
78°C
70°C-10%
Perf/Watt
72.3
104.9+45%
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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 4090 D launched at $1599 MSRP, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GeForce RTX 4090 D is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2019).

FeatureGeForce RTX 4090 DGeForce GTX 1650
MSRP
$1599
$149-91%
Avg Price (30d)
$75
Codename
AD102
TU117
Release
December 28 2023
April 23 2019
Ranking
#14
#323