GeForce GTX 1650
VS
GeForce 9300

GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce 9300

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce 9300

2015Core: 928 MHzBoost: 941 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 9300

#622
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
5121%
#624
4642%
#625
4630%
#629
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
4210%
#630
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
4182%
#632
Mobility Radeon HD 560v
MSRP: $150|Avg: $30
100%
#633
GeForce 9300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $20
100%
#634
Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
MSRP: $899|Avg: $400
99%
#635
GeForce 8400M G
MSRP: $50|Avg: $20
99%
#636
Mobility Radeon HD 2400 XT
MSRP: $49|Avg: $49
98%
#637
GeForce 8400M GS
MSRP: $50|Avg: $20
98%
#638
GeForce 9100
MSRP: $40|Avg: $5
97%
#639
GeForce 8300
MSRP: $50|Avg: $50
96%
#640
GeForce 9600M GT
MSRP: $80|Avg: $20
96%
#641
Mobility Radeon HD 3430
MSRP: $49|Avg: $49
94%
#642
93%
#643
GeForce 9500 GS
MSRP: $110|Avg: $10
92%
#644
GeForce 9300GE
MSRP: $50|Avg: $15
92%
#645
91%
#646
Mobility Radeon HD 4270
MSRP: $49|Avg: $49
90%
#647
GeForce 9500 GT
MSRP: $99|Avg: $15
90%
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 9300 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 6096.1% 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 9300.

InsightGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 9300
Performance
Leading raw performance (+6096.1%)
Lower raw frame rates (-6096.1%)
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
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $20), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 1552.3% better value per dollar than the GeForce 9300.

InsightGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 9300
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+1552.3%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)
More affordable ($20)

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 9300

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 9300

The GeForce 9300 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: 127 points.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce 9300's 127 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 6096.1%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce 9300 uses Maxwell, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 384 (GeForce 9300). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.7227 TFLOPS (GeForce 9300). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 941 MHz.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 9300
G3D Mark Score
7,869+6096%
127
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

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 9300
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
💾

Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 1650 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce 9300 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 9300
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
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce 9300). Vulkan: 1.4 vs N/A. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 9300
DirectX
12+8%
11.1 (10_0)
Vulkan
1.4
N/A
OpenGL
4.6+39%
3.3
Max Displays
3+50%
2
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs None (GeForce 9300). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs PureVideo HD (VP2). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce 9300).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 9300
Encoder
NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
None
Decoder
NVDEC 4th gen
PureVideo HD (VP2)
Codecs
H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9
H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GeForce 9300's 33W — a 77.8% difference. The GeForce 9300 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (GeForce 9300). Power connectors: None vs Legacy. Card length: 229mm vs 168mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 80.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 9300
TDP
75W
33W-56%
Recommended PSU
300W-14%
350W
Power Connector
None
Legacy
Length
229mm
168mm
Height
111mm
69mm
Slots
2
1-50%
Temp (Load)
70°C-13%
80
Perf/Watt
104.9+2661%
3.8
💰

Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the GeForce 9300 launched at $60 and now averages $20. The GeForce 9300 costs 73.3% less ($55 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 6.3 (GeForce 9300) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 1565.1% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2015).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce 9300
MSRP
$149
$60-60%
Avg Price (30d)
$75
$20-73%
Performance per Dollar
104.9+1565%
6.3
Codename
TU117
GM108
Release
April 23 2019
March 13 2015
Ranking
#323
#810