GeForce GTX 1650
VS
GeForce 7900 GT

GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce 7900 GT

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce 7900 GT

2008Core: 500 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 GeForce 7900 GT

#696
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
12624%
#698
11444%
#699
11414%
#703
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
10379%
#704
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
10308%
#706
GeForce 7900 GT
MSRP: $299|Avg: $60
100%
#707
GeForce 6150SE
MSRP: $30|Avg: $5
97%
#708
Mobility Radeon X1300
MSRP: $49|Avg: $15
95%
#709
Mobility Radeon X1350
MSRP: $49|Avg: $15
95%
#710
MOBILITY RADEON 9600/9700
MSRP: $49|Avg: $15
93%
#711
GeForce 7900 GTX
MSRP: $499|Avg: $40
91%
#712
GeForce 6800 GS
MSRP: $249|Avg: $40
90%
#713
GeForce 6150
MSRP: $30|Avg: $10
85%
#714
RADEON E4690
MSRP: $558|Avg: $558
85%
#715
MOBILITY RADEON 9600
MSRP: $49|Avg: $15
85%
#716
MOBILITY RADEON X300
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
79%
#717
MOBILITY RADEON X700
MSRP: $100|Avg: $20
78%
#718
Mobility Radeon HD 4225
MSRP: $100|Avg: $15
77%
#719
RADEON X800 SE
MSRP: $200|Avg: $15
76%
#720
MOBILITY RADEON 9700
MSRP: $49|Avg: $15
64%
#721
Mobility Radeon HD 2300
MSRP: $100|Avg: $15
59%
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 2008). 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 7900 GT 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 2950% higher G3D Mark score and 1500% more VRAM (4 GB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 7900 GT.

InsightGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 7900 GT
Performance
Leading raw performance (+2950%)
Lower raw frame rates (-2950%)
Longevity
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+1500%)
❌ 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 $60), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 2340% better value per dollar than the GeForce 7900 GT.

InsightGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 7900 GT
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+2340%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)
More affordable ($60)

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 GeForce 7900 GT

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.

NVIDIA

GeForce 7900 GT

The GeForce 7900 GT is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 15 2008. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 500 MHz. It has 224 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 258 points.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce 7900 GT's 258 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 2950%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce 7900 GT uses G9x, both on 12 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 224 (GeForce 7900 GT).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 7900 GT
G3D Mark Score
7,869+2950%
258
Architecture
Turing
G9x
Process Node
12 nm
65 nm
Shading Units
896+300%
224

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 7900 GT
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 7900 GT has 256 MB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 1500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 7900 GT
VRAM Capacity
4 GB+1500%
0.25 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
128 GB/s
Unknown
Bus Width
128-bit+100%
64-bit
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 9.0c (GeForce 7900 GT). Vulkan: 1.4 vs N/A. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 2.1. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 7900 GT
DirectX
12+33%
9.0c
Vulkan
1.4
N/A
OpenGL
4.6+119%
2.1
Max Displays
3+50%
2
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs None (GeForce 7900 GT). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs PureVideo. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs MPEG-2,WMV,H.264 (GeForce 7900 GT).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 7900 GT
Encoder
NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
None
Decoder
NVDEC 4th gen
PureVideo
Codecs
H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9
MPEG-2,WMV,H.264
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GeForce 7900 GT's 150W — a 66.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (GeForce 7900 GT). Power connectors: None vs Legacy. Card length: 229mm vs 198mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 80.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 7900 GT
TDP
75W-50%
150W
Recommended PSU
300W-14%
350W
Power Connector
None
Legacy
Length
229mm
198mm
Height
111mm
111mm
Slots
2
1-50%
Temp (Load)
70°C-13%
80
Perf/Watt
104.9+6071%
1.7
💰

Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the GeForce 7900 GT launched at $299 and now averages $60. The GeForce 7900 GT costs 20% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 4.3 (GeForce 7900 GT) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 2339.5% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2008).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 7900 GT
MSRP
$149-50%
$299
Avg Price (30d)
$75
$60-20%
Performance per Dollar
104.9+2340%
4.3
Codename
TU117
NB9E-GTX
Release
April 23 2019
July 15 2008
Ranking
#323
#825