GeForce GTX 1650
VS
FirePro V4900

GeForce GTX 1650 vs FirePro V4900

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz
VS

FirePro V4900

2011Core: 800 MHz

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.

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 V4900

#91
RTX PRO 6000
MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565
99%
#92
RTX A6000
MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500
97%
#93
Quadro RTX A6000
MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500
97%
#197
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
2925%
#212
FirePro V4900
MSRP: $200|Avg: $47
100%
#213
GRID K160Q
MSRP: $125|Avg: $30
99%
#215
Quadro
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50
99%
#216
FirePro W5000
MSRP: $599|Avg: $40
98%
#219
FirePro W7000 Adapter
MSRP: $899|Avg: $15
97%
#220
Quadro K420
MSRP: $150|Avg: $20
96%
#223
FirePro W7000
MSRP: $899|Avg: $50
95%
#224
Radeon R7 PRO A10-9700
MSRP: $169|Avg: $100
94%
#226
FirePro D500
MSRP: $500|Avg: $150
90%
#227
FirePro 3D V4800
MSRP: $189|Avg: $20
90%
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 V4900 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 679.9% 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 V4900.

InsightGeForce GTX 1650FirePro V4900
Performance
Leading raw performance (+679.9%)
Lower raw frame rates (-679.9%)
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
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $47), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 388.7% better value per dollar than the FirePro V4900.

InsightGeForce GTX 1650FirePro V4900
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+388.7%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)
More affordable ($47)

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 FirePro V4900

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.

AMD

FirePro V4900

The FirePro V4900 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in November 1 2011. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 480 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,009 points.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the FirePro V4900's 1,009 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 679.9%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the FirePro V4900 uses TeraScale 2, both on 12 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 480 (FirePro V4900). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.768 TFLOPS (FirePro V4900).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650FirePro V4900
G3D Mark Score
7,869+680%
1,009
Architecture
Turing
TeraScale 2
Process Node
12 nm
40 nm
Shading Units
896+87%
480
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.984 TFLOPS+289%
0.768 TFLOPS
ROPs
32+300%
8
TMUs
56+133%
24
L1 Cache
896 KB+1767%
48 KB
L2 Cache
1 MB+300%
0.25 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650FirePro V4900
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 V4900 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 V4900) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650FirePro V4900
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
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 11 (FirePro V4900). Vulkan: 1.4 vs None. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 3.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650FirePro V4900
DirectX
12+9%
11
Vulkan
1.4
None
OpenGL
4.6+5%
4.4
Max Displays
3
3
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs VCE 1.0 (FirePro V4900). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs UVD 3.1. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (FirePro V4900).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650FirePro V4900
Encoder
NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
VCE 1.0
Decoder
NVDEC 4th gen
UVD 3.1
Codecs
H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9
H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the FirePro V4900's 75W — a 0% difference. The FirePro V4900 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (FirePro V4900). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 163mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 75°C.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650FirePro V4900
TDP
75W
75W
Recommended PSU
300W-14%
350W
Power Connector
None
PCIe-powered
Length
229mm
163mm
Height
111mm
111mm
Slots
2
1-50%
Temp (Load)
70°C-7%
75°C
Perf/Watt
104.9+677%
13.5
💰

Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the FirePro V4900 launched at $200 and now averages $47. The FirePro V4900 costs 37.3% less ($28 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 21.5 (FirePro V4900) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 387.9% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2011).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650FirePro V4900
MSRP
$149-26%
$200
Avg Price (30d)
$75
$47-37%
Performance per Dollar
104.9+388%
21.5
Codename
TU117
Turks
Release
April 23 2019
November 1 2011
Ranking
#323
#882