GeForce GTX 1650 vs FirePro R5000

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 R5000

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Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

98%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

97%

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

88%

#257

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

6130%

#272

FirePro R5000

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150

100%

#273

GRID M6-8Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

99%

#276

GRID K120Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $20

97%

#278

Tesla M60

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $250

97%

#279

FirePro V7900

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

94%

#280

GRID M60-8A

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

92%

#281

GRID P6-4Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

92%

#283

Quadro K4000

MSRP: $1269|Avg: $100

89%

#286

GRID P4-2Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235

88%

#287

Tesla C2070

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $38

86%

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 FirePro R5000 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 197.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro R5000.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro R5000
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+197.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-197.3%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (279mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $150 for the FirePro R5000, it costs 50% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 494.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro R5000
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+494.6%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($75)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and FirePro R5000

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 R5000

The FirePro R5000 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in February 25 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 825 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,647 points. Launch price was $1,099.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the FirePro R5000's 2,647 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 197.3%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the FirePro R5000 uses GCN 1.0, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 768 (FirePro R5000). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1.267 TFLOPS (FirePro R5000).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro R5000
G3D Mark Score	7,869+197%	2,647
Architecture	Turing	GCN 1.0
Process Node	12 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	896+17%	768
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+136%	1.267 TFLOPS
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	56+17%	48
L1 Cache	896 KB+367%	192 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro R5000
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)

Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.5 MB (FirePro R5000) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro R5000
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	0.5 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 12 (FirePro R5000). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.2. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 6.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro R5000
DirectX	12	12
Vulkan	1.4+17%	1.2
OpenGL	4.6+10%	4.2
Max Displays	3	6+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs VCE 1.0 (FirePro R5000). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs UVD. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro R5000).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro R5000
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	VCE 1.0
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	UVD
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the FirePro R5000's 150W — a 66.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (FirePro R5000). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 279mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 85°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro R5000
TDP	75W-50%	150W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	229mm	279mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	1-50%
Temp (Load)	70°C-18%	85°C
Perf/Watt	104.9+496%	17.6

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the FirePro R5000 launched at $1099 and now averages $150. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 50% less ($75 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 17.6 (FirePro R5000) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 496% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2013).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro R5000
MSRP	$149-86%	$1099
Avg Price (30d)	$75-50%	$150
Performance per Dollar	104.9+496%	17.6
Codename	TU117	Pitcairn
Release	April 23 2019	February 25 2013
Ranking	#323	#619