GeForce GTX 1650
VS
Arc 8-Core iGPU

GeForce GTX 1650 vs Arc 8-Core iGPU

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz

Popular choices:

RTX 4060•RTX 3060•RTX 4060 Ti•RTX 3070•GTX 1650•RTX 3060 Ti•RTX 4070•RTX 3050•RX 7600•RTX 4070 Ti
VS
Intel

Arc 8-Core iGPU

2023Boost: 2300 MHz

Popular choices:

RTX 4060•RTX 3060•RTX 4060 Ti•RTX 3070•GTX 1650•RTX 3060 Ti•RTX 4070•RTX 3050•RX 7600•RTX 4070 Ti

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 1650
75
7,869
+124.8%
brand logoGeForce GTX 880M SLI
brand logoGeForce GTX 560 Ti 448
brand logoGeForce GTX 960
brand logoGeForce GTX 1650 (móvel)
brand logoGeForce RTX 3050 OEM
brand logoGeForce GTX 1080
brand logoGeForce RTX 2080 SUPER
brand logoGeForce RTX 3070 Ti
Arc 8-Core iGPU
45
3,500
0.0%
brand logoArc A530M
brand logoArc A750

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. 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

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Arc 8-Core iGPU

#407
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
1560%
#409
GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150
1414%
#410
GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100
1410%
#414
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
1282%
#415
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
1274%
#417
Arc 8-Core iGPU
MSRP: $503|Avg: $400
100%
#418
Mobility Radeon HD 4670
MSRP: $67|Avg: $20
99%
#419
Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual
MSRP: $150|Avg: $15
99%
#420
Radeon R9 M385
MSRP: $300|Avg: $60
99%
#421
Radeon R5 235
MSRP: $49|Avg: $49
99%
#422
Radeon R9 M375X
MSRP: $250|Avg: $50
98%
#423
Radeon HD 6620G
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
98%
#424
Radeon R5 310
MSRP: $49|Avg: $15
97%
#425
Radeon HD 7690M XT
MSRP: $150|Avg: $40
97%
#426
Radeon HD 7600G
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
96%
#427
Radeon R7 A265
MSRP: $149|Avg: $149
96%
#428
Radeon R9 M470
MSRP: $350|Avg: $80
96%
#429
Radeon R9 M385X
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
96%
#431
Mobility Radeon HD 5570
MSRP: $80|Avg: $20
94%
#432
Radeon R5 M430
MSRP: $99|Avg: $20
94%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 124.8% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (4 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Arc 8-Core iGPU.

InsightGeForce GTX 1650Arc 8-Core iGPU
Performance
✅Leading raw performance (+124.8%)
❌Lower raw frame rates (-124.8%)
Longevity
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Xe LPG (2023) (5nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly
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💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $400 for the Arc 8-Core iGPU, it costs 81% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 1099.1% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightGeForce GTX 1650Arc 8-Core iGPU
Cost Efficiency
✅Better overall value (+1099.1%)
❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
✅More affordable ($75)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($400)

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.

GeForce GTX 1650 Benchmark Check

Arc 8-Core iGPU Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

1080p
low120 FPS
medium104 FPS
high82 FPS
ultra68 FPS
1440p
low87 FPS
medium79 FPS
high65 FPS
ultra54 FPS
4K
low36 FPS
medium32 FPS
high27 FPS
ultra21 FPS
Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

1080p
low158 FPS
medium126 FPS
high105 FPS
ultra79 FPS
1440p
low107 FPS
medium79 FPS
high66 FPS
ultra47 FPS
4K
low36 FPS
medium29 FPS
high25 FPS
ultra16 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p
low144 FPS
medium111 FPS
high87 FPS
ultra69 FPS
1440p
low75 FPS
medium59 FPS
high41 FPS
ultra31 FPS
4K
low30 FPS
medium23 FPS
high17 FPS
ultra14 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p
low158 FPS
medium126 FPS
high105 FPS
ultra79 FPS
1440p
low118 FPS
medium94 FPS
high79 FPS
ultra57 FPS
4K
low79 FPS
medium63 FPS
high49 FPS
ultra31 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

1080p
low322 FPS
medium283 FPS
high236 FPS
ultra177 FPS
1440p
low201 FPS
medium194 FPS
high162 FPS
ultra127 FPS
4K
low78 FPS
medium72 FPS
high64 FPS
ultra49 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

1080p
low158 FPS
medium126 FPS
high105 FPS
ultra79 FPS
1440p
low118 FPS
medium94 FPS
high79 FPS
ultra59 FPS
4K
low79 FPS
medium63 FPS
high52 FPS
ultra39 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

1080p
low243 FPS
medium213 FPS
high182 FPS
ultra162 FPS
1440p
low186 FPS
medium179 FPS
high160 FPS
ultra128 FPS
4K
low101 FPS
medium90 FPS
high64 FPS
ultra48 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

1080p
low120 FPS
medium103 FPS
high83 FPS
ultra60 FPS
1440p
low103 FPS
medium89 FPS
high65 FPS
ultra45 FPS
4K
low67 FPS
medium55 FPS
high32 FPS
ultra23 FPS
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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and Arc 8-Core iGPU

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.

Intel

Arc 8-Core iGPU

The Arc 8-Core iGPU is manufactured by Intel. It was released in December 14 2023. It features the Xe LPG architecture. The boost clock speed is 2300 MHz. It has 8 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,500 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the Arc 8-Core iGPU's 3,500 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 124.8%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the Arc 8-Core iGPU uses Xe LPG, both on 12 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 8 (Arc 8-Core iGPU). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 2300 MHz.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650Arc 8-Core iGPU
G3D Mark Score
7,869+125%
3,500
Architecture
Turing
Xe LPG
Process Node
12 nm
5 nm
Shading Units
896+11100%
8
Boost Clock
1665 MHz
2300 MHz+38%
L1 Cache
0.88 MB
1.5 MB+70%
✨

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650Arc 8-Core iGPU
Upscaling Tech
FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
XeSS
Frame Generation
FSR 3 (Compatible)
FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
Standard
💾

Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 1650 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Arc 8-Core iGPU has 0 MB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650Arc 8-Core iGPU
VRAM Capacity
4 GB
Shared
Memory Type
GDDR5
Shared
Memory Bandwidth
128 GB/s
System
Bus Width
128-bit
System
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 12.2 (Arc 8-Core iGPU). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 3.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650Arc 8-Core iGPU
DirectX
12
12.2+2%
Vulkan
1.4+8%
1.3
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
3
3
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs Xe Media Engine (Arc 8-Core iGPU). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs Xe Media Engine. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,H.266 (Arc 8-Core iGPU).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650Arc 8-Core iGPU
Encoder
NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Xe Media Engine
Decoder
NVDEC 4th gen
Xe Media Engine
Codecs
H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9
H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,H.266
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the Arc 8-Core iGPU's 45W — a 50% difference. The Arc 8-Core iGPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (Arc 8-Core iGPU). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 85°C.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650Arc 8-Core iGPU
TDP
75W
45W-40%
Recommended PSU
300W-14%
350W
Power Connector
None
PCIe-powered
Length
229mm
0mm
Height
111mm
0mm
Slots
2
0-100%
Temp (Load)
70°C-18%
85°C
Perf/Watt
104.9+35%
77.8
💰

Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the Arc 8-Core iGPU launched at $503 and now averages $400. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 81.3% less ($325 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 8.8 (Arc 8-Core iGPU) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 1092% better value. The Arc 8-Core iGPU is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2019).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650Arc 8-Core iGPU
MSRP
$149-70%
$503
Avg Price (30d)
$75-81%
$400
Performance per Dollar
104.9+1092%
8.8
Codename
TU117
Meteor Lake iGPU
Release
April 23 2019
December 14 2023
Ranking
#323
#362