GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce G205M

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 G205M

#432

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1771%

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GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1606%

#435

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1601%

#439

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1456%

#440

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1446%

#442

GeForce G205M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#443

Radeon R9 M360

MSRP: $300|Avg: $81

99%

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Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

98%

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Radeon R9 M365X

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

97%

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GeForce 7800 GS

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

96%

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Radeon HD 8650G + 7670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

96%

#448

Radeon R9 M265X

MSRP: $200|Avg: $30

95%

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Mobility Radeon HD 5165

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

95%

#450

Radeon R5 M435

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

93%

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Radeon E8860

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

92%

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GeForce 820A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

91%

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Radeon R7 M380

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

91%

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Radeon HD 7650A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $49

91%

#455

Radeon HD 8650G + 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

91%

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Radeon HD 7850M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

90%

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Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7730M Dual

MSRP: $160|Avg: $40

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 G205M 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 8453.3% 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 G205M.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce G205M
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+8453.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-8453.3%)
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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and GeForce G205M

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 G205M

The GeForce G205M 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: 92 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce G205M's 92 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 8453.3%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce G205M uses Maxwell, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 256 (GeForce G205M). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.5084 TFLOPS (GeForce G205M). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 993 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce G205M
G3D Mark Score	7,869+8453%	92
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

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce G205M
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 G205M 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 G205M
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 G205M). Vulkan: 1.4 vs None. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.0. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 1.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce G205M
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 G205M). 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 G205M).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce G205M
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 G205M's 16W — a 129.7% difference. The GeForce G205M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (GeForce G205M). Power connectors: None vs Legacy. Card length: 229mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 70°C.