GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce 920A

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 920A

#386

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1310%

#388

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1187%

#389

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1184%

#393

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1077%

#394

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1069%

#396

GeForce 920A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

100%

#397

GeForce 930A

MSRP: $150|Avg: $20

100%

#398

Mobility Radeon HD 4650

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

99%

#400

Radeon R9 M290X

MSRP: $400|Avg: $60

97%

#401

Radeon HD 7670

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

97%

#402

Radeon HD 8550G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

96%

#403

Mobility Radeon HD 5000

MSRP: $99|Avg: $20

94%

#404

Iris Pro Graphics 5200

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

94%

#406

Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

94%

#407

Radeon HD 8650G + 7700M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

91%

#408

Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire

MSRP: $800|Avg: $200

90%

#409

GeForce GTX 285M SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

89%

#410

Radeon R7 M260X

MSRP: $139|Avg: $35

88%

#411

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual

MSRP: $120|Avg: $25

87%

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 920A 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 849.2% 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 920A.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 920A
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+849.2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-849.2%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / 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 $15), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 89.8% better value per dollar than the GeForce 920A.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 920A
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+89.8%)	❌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

GeForce 920A Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and GeForce 920A

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 920A

The GeForce 920A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 928 MHz to 941 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 829 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce 920A's 829 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 849.2%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce 920A uses Maxwell, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 384 (GeForce 920A). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.7227 TFLOPS (GeForce 920A). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 941 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 920A
G3D Mark Score	7,869+849%	829
Architecture	Turing	Maxwell
Process Node	12 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	896+133%	384
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+313%	0.7227 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1665 MHz+77%	941 MHz
ROPs	32+300%	8
TMUs	56+133%	24
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 920A
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 920A 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 920A
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 11.0 (GeForce 920A). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 1.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 920A
DirectX	12+9%	11.0
Vulkan	1.4+27%	1.1
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	3+200%	1

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs No (GeForce 920A). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs PureVideo HD VP5. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 (GeForce 920A).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 920A
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	No
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	PureVideo HD VP5
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9	MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GeForce 920A's 33W — a 77.8% difference. The GeForce 920A is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (GeForce 920A). Power connectors: None vs Legacy. Card length: 229mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 70°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 920A
TDP	75W	33W-56%
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	Legacy
Length	229mm	0mm
Height	111mm	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	70°C	70°C
Perf/Watt	104.9+318%	25.1

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the GeForce 920A launched at $100 and now averages $15. The GeForce 920A costs 80% less ($60 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 55.3 (GeForce 920A) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 89.7% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2015).