GeForce GTX 1650 vs FirePro V7900

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 V7900

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

93%

#111

Tesla P40

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150

92%

#112

GRID RTX6000-1Q

MSRP: $6299|Avg: $1500

88%

#113

Quadro RTX 8000

MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9999

88%

#264

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

6537%

#279

FirePro V7900

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

100%

#280

GRID P6-4Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

98%

#281

GRID M60-8A

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

98%

#283

Quadro K4000

MSRP: $1269|Avg: $100

95%

#285

GRID P4-2Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235

93%

#287

Tesla C2070

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $38

92%

#289

Quadro 2000 D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

92%

#290

FirePro V5900

MSRP: $599|Avg: $15

91%

#291

FirePro S9000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $156

89%

#294

GRID P40-4Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

88%

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 V7900 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 248% 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 FirePro V7900.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro V7900
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+248%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-248%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013))
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	Standard Size (279mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $120 for the FirePro V7900, it costs 38% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 456.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro V7900
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+456.9%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($75)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120)

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 V7900

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 V7900

The FirePro V7900 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 24 2011. It features the TeraScale 3 architecture. The core clock speed is 725 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,261 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the FirePro V7900's 2,261 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 248%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the FirePro V7900 uses TeraScale 3, both on 12 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1,280 (FirePro V7900). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1.856 TFLOPS (FirePro V7900).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro V7900
G3D Mark Score	7,869+248%	2,261
Architecture	Turing	TeraScale 3
Process Node	12 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	896	1280+43%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+61%	1.856 TFLOPS
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	56	80+43%
L1 Cache	896 KB+180%	320 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro V7900
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 V7900 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 0.5 MB (FirePro V7900) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro V7900
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	2 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 11.2 (FirePro V7900). Vulkan: 1.4 vs None. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro V7900
DirectX	12+7%	11.2
Vulkan	1.4	None
OpenGL	4.6+5%	4.4
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs None (FirePro V7900). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs UVD 3.1. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2,MVC (FirePro V7900).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro V7900
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	None
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	UVD 3.1
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2,MVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the FirePro V7900's 150W — a 66.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (FirePro V7900). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 279mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 100°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	FirePro V7900
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-30%	100°C
Perf/Watt	104.9+595%	15.1

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the FirePro V7900 launched at $999 and now averages $120. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 37.5% less ($45 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 18.8 (FirePro V7900) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 458% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2011).