GRID K280Q
VS
GeForce GTX 1650

GRID K280Q vs GeForce GTX 1650

GRID K280Q

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 K280Q is positioned at rank #323 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 K280Q

#308
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
10404%
#323
GRID K280Q
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50
100%
#324
FirePro M2000
MSRP: $300|Avg: $50
100%
#325
Tesla K20c
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500
98%
#326
GRID M6-1Q
MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100
97%
#327
Quadro FX 380
MSRP: $129|Avg: $15
96%
#328
Tesla C2050 / C2070
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30
96%
#329
FirePro M7740
MSRP: $500|Avg: $500
94%
#330
Quadro FX 570
MSRP: $199|Avg: $15
92%
#331
RTXA5000-24Q
MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100
91%
#332
GRID P40-1Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
90%
#334
Tesla M10
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500
89%
#335
Tesla C2050
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $95
89%
#336
FirePro S10000
MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500
89%
#337
Quadro FX 3450
MSRP: $119|Avg: $30
88%
#338
GRID P40-24Q
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $200
87%
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 K280Q 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 177.1% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID K280Q.

InsightGRID K280QGeForce GTX 1650
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-177.1%)
Leading raw performance (+177.1%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $50), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 84.7% better value per dollar than the GRID K280Q.

InsightGRID K280QGeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+84.7%)
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($50)
⚠️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 K280Q and GeForce GTX 1650

NVIDIA

GRID K280Q

The GRID K280Q 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: 2,840 points. Launch price was $1,875.

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 K280Q scores 2,840 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 177.1%. The GRID K280Q is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID K280Q) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID K280Q) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650).

FeatureGRID K280QGeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score
2,840
7,869+177%
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 K280QGeForce 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 K280Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GRID K280Q) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGRID K280QGeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
4 GB+100%
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: 11_0 (GRID K280Q) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.

FeatureGRID K280QGeForce GTX 1650
DirectX
11_0
12+9%
Max Displays
0
3
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Power & Dimensions

The GRID K280Q draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 100% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID K280Q) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 1mm vs 229mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

FeatureGRID K280QGeForce GTX 1650
TDP
225W
75W-67%
Recommended PSU
350W
300W-14%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
None
Length
1mm
229mm
Height
111mm
Slots
0-100%
2
Temp (Load)
70°C
Perf/Watt
12.6
104.9+733%
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Value Analysis

The GRID K280Q launched at $2000 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GRID K280Q costs 33.3% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 56.8 (GRID K280Q) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 84.7% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2013).

FeatureGRID K280QGeForce GTX 1650
MSRP
$2000
$149-93%
Avg Price (30d)
$50-33%
$75
Performance per Dollar
56.8
104.9+85%
Codename
GK104
TU117
Release
June 28 2013
April 23 2019
Ranking
#595
#323