GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce 840A

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 840A

#339

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

974%

#341

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

883%

#342

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

880%

#346

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

801%

#347

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

795%

#349

GeForce 840A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

100%

#350

Radeon R9 M295X Mac Edition

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

100%

#351

HD Graphics 630

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

100%

#354

Radeon R7 M370

MSRP: $130|Avg: $40

98%

#357

Radeon 625

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

97%

#359

Radeon R7 M350

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

96%

#360

GeForce 920MX

MSRP: $100|Avg: $54

95%

#361

Radeon RX Vega11 Ryzen 7 3750H

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

95%

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Radeon HD 7670A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

94%

#363

Radeon Vega 8

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1650 uses modern memory architecture. 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 840A 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 605.7% 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 840A.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 840A
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+605.7%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-605.7%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
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	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $25), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 135.2% better value per dollar than the GeForce 840A.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 840A
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+135.2%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)	✅More affordable ($25)

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 GeForce 840A

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 840A

The GeForce 840A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 17 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1029 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,115 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce 840A's 1,115 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 605.7%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce 840A uses Maxwell, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 384 (GeForce 840A). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.8632 TFLOPS (GeForce 840A). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1124 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 840A
G3D Mark Score	7,869+606%	1,115
Architecture	Turing	Maxwell
Process Node	12 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	896+133%	384
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+246%	0.8632 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1665 MHz+48%	1124 MHz
ROPs	32+300%	8
TMUs	56+250%	16
L1 Cache	896 KB+367%	192 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB	1 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 840A
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 840A 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.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 840A
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	1 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce 840A). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 3.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 840A
DirectX	12	12 (11_0)
Vulkan	1.4+27%	1.1
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	3	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs NVENC (Maxwell) (GeForce 840A). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs NVDEC (Maxwell). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce 840A).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 840A
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	NVENC (Maxwell)
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	NVDEC (Maxwell)
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 840A's 33W — a 77.8% difference. The GeForce 840A is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (GeForce 840A). Power connectors: None vs Legacy. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 75°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 840A
TDP	75W	33W-56%
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	Legacy
Length	229mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	70°C-7%	75°C
Perf/Watt	104.9+210%	33.8

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the GeForce 840A launched at $100 and now averages $25. The GeForce 840A costs 66.7% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 44.6 (GeForce 840A) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 135.2% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2014).