
GeForce GTX 1650 vs CMP 30HX

GeForce GTX 1650
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CMP 30HX
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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
Performance Per Dollar CMP 30HX
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 60.9% 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 CMP 30HX.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1650 | CMP 30HX |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+60.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-60.9%) |
| Longevity | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) |
| 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 | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $60), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 28.7% better value per dollar than the CMP 30HX.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1650 | CMP 30HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+28.7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75) | ✅More affordable ($60) |
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 GTX 1650 and CMP 30HX

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.

CMP 30HX
The CMP 30HX is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 25 2021. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1530 MHz to 1785 MHz. It has 1408 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 125W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,892 points. Launch price was $799.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the CMP 30HX's 4,892 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 60.9%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the CMP 30HX uses Turing, both on a 12 nm process. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1,408 (CMP 30HX). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 5.027 TFLOPS (CMP 30HX). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1785 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | CMP 30HX |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 7,869+61% | 4,892 |
| Architecture | Turing | Turing |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 896 | 1408+57% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.984 TFLOPS | 5.027 TFLOPS+68% |
| Boost Clock | 1665 MHz | 1785 MHz+7% |
| ROPs | 32 | 48+50% |
| TMUs | 56 | 88+57% |
| L1 Cache | 0.88 MB | 1.4 MB+59% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 1.5 MB+50% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | CMP 30HX |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 1650 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the CMP 30HX has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1.5 MB (CMP 30HX) — the CMP 30HX has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | CMP 30HX |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+100% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 1.5 MB+50% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 12 (CMP 30HX). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 0.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | CMP 30HX |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 | 12 |
| Vulkan | 1.4+17% | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 0 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs No (CMP 30HX). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs No.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | CMP 30HX |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 5th gen (Volta) | No |
| Decoder | NVDEC 4th gen | No |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the CMP 30HX's 125W — a 50% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (CMP 30HX). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | CMP 30HX |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W-40% | 125W |
| Recommended PSU | 300W-14% | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 229mm | 229mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 70°C-7% | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 104.9+168% | 39.1 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the CMP 30HX launched at $799 and now averages $60. The CMP 30HX costs 20% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 81.5 (CMP 30HX) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 28.7% better value. The CMP 30HX is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2019).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | CMP 30HX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $149-81% | $799 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $75 | $60-20% |
| Performance per Dollar | 104.9+29% | 81.5 |
| Codename | TU117 | TU116 |
| Release | April 23 2019 | February 25 2021 |
| Ranking | #323 | #447 |
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