GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce 605

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 605

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

659%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

634%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

626%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

625%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

624%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

620%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

612%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

610%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

605%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

603%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

596%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

594%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

584%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

583%

#84

Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

90%

#100

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

727%

#115

GeForce 605

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

100%

#116

Radeon HD 8410G

MSRP: $40|Avg: $5

99%

#117

RADEON HD6530D

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

97%

#118

Moore Threads MTT S30

MSRP: $55|Avg: $55

96%

#119

Radeon 535

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

95%

#122

GeForce GTS 450

MSRP: $129|Avg: $20

94%

#123

Radeon HD 8570D

MSRP: $40|Avg: $15

94%

#125

Radeon HD 8650G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

91%

#126

GeForce GT 630

MSRP: $69|Avg: $20

90%

#128

Radeon HD 6770

MSRP: $129|Avg: $129

90%

#129

GeForce GT 440

MSRP: $79|Avg: $40

89%

#130

Radeon R7 340

MSRP: $99|Avg: $25

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 2012). 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 GeForce 605 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 2284.5% 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 605.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 605
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2284.5%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2284.5%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
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 $30), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 853.8% better value per dollar than the GeForce 605.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 605
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+853.8%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)	✅More affordable ($30)

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

GeForce 605 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and GeForce 605

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 605

The GeForce 605 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 5 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 902 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 65W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 330 points. Launch price was $99.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce 605's 330 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 2284.5%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce 605 uses Kepler, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 384 (GeForce 605). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.6927 TFLOPS (GeForce 605).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 605
G3D Mark Score	7,869+2285%	330
Architecture	Turing	Kepler
Process Node	12 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	896+133%	384
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+331%	0.6927 TFLOPS
ROPs	32+100%	16
TMUs	56+75%	32
L1 Cache	896 KB+2700%	32 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	0.25 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 605
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 605 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 0.25 MB (GeForce 605) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 605
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+300%	0.25 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce 605). Vulkan: 1.4 vs N/A. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 605
DirectX	12	12 (11_0)
Vulkan	1.4	N/A
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	3+50%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs None (GeForce 605). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs VP5. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4 (GeForce 605).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 605
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	None
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	VP5
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GeForce 605's 65W — a 14.3% difference. The GeForce 605 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 250W (GeForce 605). Power connectors: None vs Legacy. Card length: 229mm vs 145mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 75.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 605
TDP	75W	65W-13%
Recommended PSU	300W	250W-17%
Power Connector	None	Legacy
Length	229mm	145mm
Height	111mm	69mm
Slots	2	1-50%
Temp (Load)	70°C-7%	75
Perf/Watt	104.9+1957%	5.1

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the GeForce 605 launched at $30 and now averages $30. The GeForce 605 costs 60% less ($45 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 11.0 (GeForce 605) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 853.6% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2012).