GeForce GTX 1650
VS
GeForce 920M

GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce 920M

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce 920M

2016Core: 965 MHzBoost: 993 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 920M

#345
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
1000%
#347
906%
#348
904%
#352
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
822%
#353
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
816%
#355
GeForce 920M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#357
Radeon 625
MSRP: $100|Avg: $50
99%
#359
Radeon R7 M350
MSRP: $100|Avg: $100
98%
#360
GeForce 920MX
MSRP: $100|Avg: $54
98%
#361
98%
#362
Radeon HD 7670A
MSRP: $100|Avg: $40
97%
#363
Radeon Vega 8
MSRP: $150|Avg: $40
96%
#367
GeForce 615
MSRP: $50|Avg: $15
93%
#369
Radeon Ryzen 7 6800HS
MSRP: $600|Avg: $600
92%
#370
GeForce GT 730A
MSRP: $75|Avg: $20
91%
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 920M 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 997.5% 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 920M.

InsightGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 920M
Performance
Leading raw performance (+997.5%)
Lower raw frame rates (-997.5%)
Longevity
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / 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

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 1650 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 920M

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 920M

The GeForce 920M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 25 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 965 MHz to 993 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 16W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 717 points.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce 920M's 717 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 997.5%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce 920M uses Maxwell, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 256 (GeForce 920M). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.5084 TFLOPS (GeForce 920M). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 993 MHz.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 920M
G3D Mark Score
7,869+997%
717
Architecture
Turing
Maxwell
Process Node
12 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
896+250%
256
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.984 TFLOPS+487%
0.5084 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1665 MHz+68%
993 MHz
ROPs
32+300%
8
TMUs
56+133%
24
L1 Cache
896 KB+600%
128 KB
L2 Cache
1 MB
1 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 920M
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 920M 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.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 920M
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 920M). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 1.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 920M
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 920M). 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 ASP (GeForce 920M).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 920M
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 ASP
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GeForce 920M's 16W — a 129.7% difference. The GeForce 920M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (GeForce 920M). Power connectors: None vs Legacy. Card length: 229mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 70°C.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 920M
TDP
75W
16W-79%
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+134%
44.8
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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2016).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 920M
MSRP
$149
Avg Price (30d)
$75
Codename
TU117
GM108
Release
April 23 2019
March 25 2016
Ranking
#323
#864