GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce 940A

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 940A

#310

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

784%

#312

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

711%

#313

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

709%

#317

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

645%

#318

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

641%

#320

GeForce 940A

MSRP: $80|Avg: $80

100%

#323

Radeon RX 640

MSRP: $159|Avg: $55

99%

#326

Iris Pro Graphics P580

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

98%

#327

Radeon E8870PCIe

MSRP: $250|Avg: $200

97%

#330

Arc Graphics 140T

MSRP: $350|Avg: $300

93%

#331

Radeon 680M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $80

92%

#333

GeForce 730A

MSRP: $60|Avg: $20

92%

#334

GeForce GT 745A

MSRP: $99|Avg: $20

90%

#335

GeForce 710A

MSRP: $35|Avg: $62

89%

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 940A 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 610.8% 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 940A.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 940A
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+610.8%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-610.8%)
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. Priced at $75 versus $80 for the GeForce 940A, it costs 6% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 658.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 940A
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+658.2%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($75)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($80)

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 940A

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 940A

The GeForce 940A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. 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: 1,107 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce 940A's 1,107 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 610.8%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce 940A uses Maxwell, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 384 (GeForce 940A). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.8632 TFLOPS (GeForce 940A). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1124 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 940A
G3D Mark Score	7,869+611%	1,107
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 940A
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 940A 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 940A
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 940A). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 1.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 940A
DirectX	12+9%	11.0
Vulkan	1.4+17%	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	3+200%	1

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs NVENC 2 (GeForce 940A). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs PureVideo HD VP6. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 (GeForce 940A).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 940A
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	NVENC 2
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	PureVideo HD VP6
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 940A's 33W — a 77.8% difference. The GeForce 940A is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (GeForce 940A). Power connectors: None vs Legacy. Card length: 229mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 75°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 940A
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-7%	75°C
Perf/Watt	104.9+213%	33.5

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the GeForce 940A launched at $80 and now averages $80. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 6.3% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 13.8 (GeForce 940A) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 660.1% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2015).