GRID K120Q
VS
GeForce GTX 1650

GRID K120Q vs GeForce GTX 1650

GRID K120Q

2013Core: 745 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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GRID K120Q is positioned at rank #276 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 GRID K120Q

#109
Quadro M6000 24GB
MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600
100%
#110
Quadro GV100
MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999
90%
#111
Tesla P40
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150
88%
#261
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
6313%
#276
GRID K120Q
MSRP: $125|Avg: $20
100%
#277
Tesla M60
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $250
100%
#279
FirePro V7900
MSRP: $999|Avg: $120
97%
#280
GRID M60-8A
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120
94%
#281
GRID P6-4Q
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150
94%
#283
Quadro K4000
MSRP: $1269|Avg: $100
91%
#286
GRID P4-2Q
MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235
90%
#287
Tesla C2070
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $38
89%
#288
Quadro 2000 D
MSRP: $599|Avg: $35
88%
#290
FirePro V5900
MSRP: $599|Avg: $15
88%
#291
FirePro S9000
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $156
86%
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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1650 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2013). The GeForce GTX 1650 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID K120Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2585.7% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID K120Q.

InsightGRID K120QGeForce GTX 1650
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-2585.7%)
Leading raw performance (+2585.7%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+700%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $20), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 616.2% better value per dollar than the GRID K120Q.

InsightGRID K120QGeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+616.2%)
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($20)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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 GRID K120Q and GeForce GTX 1650

NVIDIA

GRID K120Q

The GRID K120Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 28 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 293 points. Launch price was $937.

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 GRID K120Q scores 293 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 2585.7%. The GRID K120Q is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID K120Q) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID K120Q) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650).

FeatureGRID K120QGeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score
293
7,869+2586%
Architecture
Kepler
Turing
Process Node
28 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
1536+71%
896
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.289 TFLOPS
2.984 TFLOPS+30%
ROPs
32
32
TMUs
128+129%
56
L1 Cache
128 KB
896 KB+600%
L2 Cache
0.5 MB
1 MB+100%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGRID K120QGeForce GTX 1650
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GRID K120Q comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GRID K120Q) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGRID K120QGeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity
0.5 GB
4 GB+700%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
128-bit+100%
L2 Cache
0.5 MB
1 MB+100%
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GRID K120Q) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.

FeatureGRID K120QGeForce GTX 1650
DirectX
12 (11_0)
12
Vulkan
1.2
1.4+17%
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
0
3
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 1 (GRID K120Q) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: NVDEC 1 vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GRID K120Q) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).

FeatureGRID K120QGeForce GTX 1650
Encoder
NVENC 1
NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder
NVDEC 1
NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs
H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1
H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9
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Power & Dimensions

The GRID K120Q draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 100% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID K120Q) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None.

FeatureGRID K120QGeForce GTX 1650
TDP
225W
75W-67%
Recommended PSU
350W
300W-14%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
None
Length
229mm
Height
111mm
Slots
0-100%
2
Temp (Load)
70°C
Perf/Watt
1.3
104.9+7969%
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Value Analysis

The GRID K120Q launched at $125 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GRID K120Q costs 73.3% less ($55 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 14.7 (GRID K120Q) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 613.6% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2013).

FeatureGRID K120QGeForce GTX 1650
MSRP
$125-16%
$149
Avg Price (30d)
$20-73%
$75
Performance per Dollar
14.7
104.9+614%
Codename
GK104
TU117
Release
June 28 2013
April 23 2019
Ranking
#589
#323