GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce 940MX

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 940MX

#62

GeForce RTX 2080 (móvel)

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $350

99%

#290

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

719%

#292

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

652%

#293

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

650%

#297

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

592%

#298

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

587%

#300

GeForce 940MX

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

100%

#301

GeForce MX130

MSRP: $120|Avg: $50

100%

#302

Arc Graphics 130V

MSRP: $300|Avg: $250

100%

#303

Radeon R5 430

MSRP: $59|Avg: $50

100%

#304

GeForce MX150

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

99%

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GeForce MX450

MSRP: $250|Avg: $200

99%

#308

Arc Graphics 140V

MSRP: $350|Avg: $300

98%

#309

Radeon R7 A8-8650

MSRP: $49|Avg: $20

97%

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Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500C

MSRP: $99|Avg: $30

94%

#314

GeForce GT 720A

MSRP: $40|Avg: $40

94%

#315

GeForce MX110

MSRP: $100|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 940MX 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 421.5% 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 940MX.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 940MX
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+421.5%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-421.5%)
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

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $50), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 247.6% better value per dollar than the GeForce 940MX.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 940MX
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+247.6%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)	✅More affordable ($50)

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 940MX

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 940MX

The GeForce 940MX is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 28 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 795 MHz to 861 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 23W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,509 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce 940MX's 1,509 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 421.5%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce 940MX uses Maxwell, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 512 (GeForce 940MX). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.8817 TFLOPS (GeForce 940MX). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 861 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 940MX
G3D Mark Score	7,869+421%	1,509
Architecture	Turing	Maxwell
Process Node	12 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	896+75%	512
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+238%	0.8817 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1665 MHz+93%	861 MHz
ROPs	32+300%	8
TMUs	56+75%	32
L1 Cache	896 KB+250%	256 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB	1 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 940MX
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 940MX 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 940MX
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 940MX). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 1.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 940MX
DirectX	12+9%	11.0
Vulkan	1.4+17%	1.2
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 NVENC 2.0 (GeForce 940MX). 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 ASP,H.265 (GeForce 940MX).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 940MX
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	NVENC 2.0
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	PureVideo HD VP6
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9	MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP,H.265

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GeForce 940MX's 23W — a 106.1% difference. The GeForce 940MX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (GeForce 940MX). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 75°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce 940MX
TDP	75W	23W-69%
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	229mm	0mm
Height	111mm	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	70°C-7%	75°C
Perf/Watt	104.9+60%	65.6

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the GeForce 940MX launched at $100 and now averages $50. The GeForce 940MX costs 33.3% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 30.2 (GeForce 940MX) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 247.4% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2016).