GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce 505

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 GeForce 505

#664

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

7488%

#666

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

6788%

#667

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

6770%

#671

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

6156%

#672

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

6114%

#674

GeForce 505

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

100%

#675

GeForce 9200M GE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

99%

#676

Mobility Radeon. HD 5470

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

99%

#677

Radeon HD 2600 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $40

98%

#678

GeForce 7500 LE

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

98%

#679

GeForce 9650M GT

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

94%

#680

GeForce 8400 SE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

94%

#681

GeForce 9650M GS

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

94%

#682

GeForce 8400M GT

MSRP: $50|Avg: $30

92%

#683

Mobility Radeon HD 3410

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

89%

#684

GeForce 9200M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

89%

#685

MOBILITY RADEON X700 XL

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

84%

#686

GeForce 9300M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

81%

#687

Mobility Radeon HD 2400

MSRP: $79|Avg: $1

79%

#688

GeForce 6150 LE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

76%

#689

Mobility Radeon HD 3870 X2

MSRP: $449|Avg: $50

73%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5364.6% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 505.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 505
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+5364.6%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-5364.6%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	Ampere (2020−2025) (8nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+700%)	❌ 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 $15), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 992.9% better value per dollar than the GeForce 505.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 505
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+992.9%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)	✅More affordable ($15)

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

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and GeForce 505

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.

GeForce 505

The GeForce 505 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in Maio 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 832 MHz to 1155 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 16 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 144 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce 505's 144 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 5364.6%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce 505 uses Ampere, both on 12 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 2,048 (GeForce 505). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 4.731 TFLOPS (GeForce 505). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1155 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 505
G3D Mark Score	7,869+5365%	144
Architecture	Turing	Ampere
Process Node	12 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	896	2048+129%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS	4.731 TFLOPS+59%
Boost Clock	1665 MHz+44%	1155 MHz
ROPs	32	40+25%
TMUs	56	64+14%
L1 Cache	0.88 MB	2 MB+127%
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 505
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 GeForce 505 has 512 MB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 2 MB (GeForce 505) — the GeForce 505 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 505
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+700%	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	128 GB/s	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 10.1 (GeForce 505). Vulkan: 1.4 vs None. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 505
DirectX	12+19%	10.1
Vulkan	1.4	None
OpenGL	4.6+39%	3.3
Max Displays	3+50%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs No (GeForce 505). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs PureVideo HD VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce 505).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 505
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	No
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	PureVideo HD VP4
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 GeForce 505's 25W — a 100% difference. The GeForce 505 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (GeForce 505). Power connectors: None vs Legacy. Card length: 229mm vs 168mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 70°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 505
TDP	75W	25W-67%
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	Legacy
Length	229mm	168mm
Height	111mm	64mm
Slots	2	1-50%
Temp (Load)	70°C	70°C
Perf/Watt	104.9+1709%	5.8

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the GeForce 505 launched at $99 and now averages $15. The GeForce 505 costs 80% less ($60 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 9.6 (GeForce 505) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 992.7% better value. The GeForce 505 is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2019).