GRID P40-2Q 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. The GRID P40-2Q is positioned at rank #310 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 P40-2Q

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GRID P40-2Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $340

100%

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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 uses modern memory architecture. 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 P40-2Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID P40-2Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 21.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1650.

Insight	GRID P40-2Q	GeForce GTX 1650
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+21.8%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-21.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $340 for the GRID P40-2Q, it costs 78% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 272.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID P40-2Q	GeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+272.3%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($340)	✅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.

GRID P40-2Q Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1650 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

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League of Legends

League of Legends

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID P40-2Q and GeForce GTX 1650

GRID P40-2Q

The GRID P40-2Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 557 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,581 points.

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 GRID P40-2Q scores 9,581 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GRID P40-2Q leads by 21.8%. The GRID P40-2Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID P40-2Q) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID P40-2Q) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1665 MHz.

Feature	GRID P40-2Q	GeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score	9,581+22%	7,869
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Turing
Process Node	28 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	2048+129%	896
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.825 TFLOPS+62%	2.984 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1178 MHz	1665 MHz+41%
ROPs	64+100%	32
TMUs	128+129%	56
L1 Cache	768 KB	896 KB+17%
L2 Cache	2 MB+100%	1 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID P40-2Q	GeForce 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)

Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID P40-2Q) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GRID P40-2Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID P40-2Q	GeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB+100%	1 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (GRID P40-2Q) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.

Feature	GRID P40-2Q	GeForce GTX 1650
DirectX	12.1	12
Vulkan	1.1	1.4+27%
OpenGL	4.5	4.6+2%
Max Displays	0	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 4.0 (2x) (GRID P40-2Q) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GRID P40-2Q) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).

Feature	GRID P40-2Q	GeForce GTX 1650
Encoder	NVENC 4.0 (2x)	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP6	NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID P40-2Q draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 100% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GRID P40-2Q) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 267mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 70°C.

Feature	GRID P40-2Q	GeForce GTX 1650
TDP	225W	75W-67%
Recommended PSU	500W	300W-40%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	None
Length	267mm	229mm
Height	112mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	70°C-18%
Perf/Watt	42.6	104.9+146%

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Value Analysis

The GRID P40-2Q launched at $5699 MSRP and currently averages $340, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 77.9% less ($265 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 28.2 (GRID P40-2Q) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 272% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2015).