GeForce GTX 1650
VS
GeForce G102M

GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce G102M

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce G102M

2015Core: 1072 MHzBoost: 1176 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 G102M

#42
Radeon RX 6600S
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
97%
#43
Radeon RX 8060S
MSRP: $500|Avg: $500
95%
#146
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
323%
#148
293%
#149
292%
#153
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
266%
#154
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
264%
#156
GeForce G102M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#157
GeForce 830M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30
100%
#158
GeForce GT 750M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
99%
#159
GeForce GT 425M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25
99%
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 G102M 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 4583.9% 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 G102M.

InsightGeForce GTX 1650GeForce G102M
Performance
Leading raw performance (+4583.9%)
Lower raw frame rates (-4583.9%)
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

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 G102M

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 G102M

The GeForce G102M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1072 MHz to 1176 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 168 points.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce G102M's 168 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 4583.9%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce G102M uses Maxwell, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 384 (GeForce G102M). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.9032 TFLOPS (GeForce G102M). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1176 MHz.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce G102M
G3D Mark Score
7,869+4584%
168
Architecture
Turing
Maxwell
Process Node
12 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
896+133%
384
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.984 TFLOPS+230%
0.9032 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1665 MHz+42%
1176 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 G102M
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 G102M 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 G102M
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 10.0 (GeForce G102M). Vulkan: 1.4 vs None. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.0. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 1.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce G102M
DirectX
12+20%
10.0
Vulkan
1.4
None
OpenGL
4.6+15%
4.0
Max Displays
3+200%
1
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs No (GeForce G102M). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs PureVideo HD VP3. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (GeForce G102M).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce G102M
Encoder
NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
No
Decoder
NVDEC 4th gen
PureVideo HD VP3
Codecs
H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9
MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GeForce G102M's 33W — a 77.8% difference. The GeForce G102M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (GeForce G102M). 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 G102M
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+1957%
5.1
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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2015).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce G102M
MSRP
$149
Avg Price (30d)
$75
Codename
TU117
GM108
Release
April 23 2019
March 13 2015
Ranking
#323
#847