GeForce GTX 1650 vs FirePro M5950

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 FirePro M5950

#80

Radeon Pro W6800X

MSRP: $2799|Avg: $2799

98%

#81

Tesla T10

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $975

96%

#82

RTX A5000

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $1800

94%

#83

Radeon Pro Vega 64X

MSRP: $2200|Avg: $2200

93%

#84

Radeon PRO V710

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $2000

91%

#85

RTX A5500

MSRP: $3600|Avg: $2200

89%

#166

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

2249%

#181

FirePro M5950

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

100%

#183

Radeon Pro WX 7130

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $200

98%

#184

FirePro W7100

MSRP: $799|Avg: $114

96%

#185

P106-090

MSRP: $389|Avg: $30

96%

#186

Radeon Pro WX 4130

MSRP: $300|Avg: $100

96%

#188

Tesla M6

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $84

95%

#190

CMP 30HX

MSRP: $799|Avg: $60

93%

#191

FirePro W2100

MSRP: $139|Avg: $30

93%

#193

FirePro M6000

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

92%

#196

FirePro M4170

MSRP: $200|Avg: $80

89%

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 2011). 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 FirePro M5950 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 498.9% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (4 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro M5950.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro M5950
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+498.9%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-498.9%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+300%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $200 for the FirePro M5950, it costs 63% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 1497% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro M5950
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1497%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($75)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($200)

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

FirePro M5950 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and FirePro M5950

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.

FirePro M5950

The FirePro M5950 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 4 2011. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 725 MHz. It has 480 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 35W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,314 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the FirePro M5950's 1,314 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 498.9%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the FirePro M5950 uses TeraScale 2, both on 12 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 480 (FirePro M5950). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.696 TFLOPS (FirePro M5950).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro M5950
G3D Mark Score	7,869+499%	1,314
Architecture	Turing	TeraScale 2
Process Node	12 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	896+87%	480
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+329%	0.696 TFLOPS
ROPs	32+300%	8
TMUs	56+133%	24
L1 Cache	896 KB+1767%	48 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	0.25 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro M5950
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 1650 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the FirePro M5950 has 1 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 300% 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 0.25 MB (FirePro M5950) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro M5950
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+300%	1 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	0.25 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 11.2 (FirePro M5950). Vulkan: 1.4 vs None. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.1. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 5.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro M5950
DirectX	12+7%	11.2
Vulkan	1.4	None
OpenGL	4.6+12%	4.1
Max Displays	3	5+67%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs None (FirePro M5950). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs UVD 3. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2 (FirePro M5950).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro M5950
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	None
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	UVD 3
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the FirePro M5950's 35W — a 72.7% difference. The FirePro M5950 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (FirePro M5950). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 75°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro M5950
TDP	75W	35W-53%
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	229mm	0mm
Height	111mm	0mm
Slots	2	1-50%
Temp (Load)	70°C-7%	75°C
Perf/Watt	104.9+180%	37.5

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the FirePro M5950 launched at $200 and now averages $200. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 62.5% less ($125 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 6.6 (FirePro M5950) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 1489.4% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2011).