GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce G210

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 G210

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

2451%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

2354%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

2327%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

2323%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

2318%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

2305%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

2276%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

2268%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

2247%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

2241%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

2214%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

2209%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

2169%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

2168%

#275

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

2703%

#290

GeForce G210

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

100%

#291

Radeon HD 4850 X2

MSRP: $399|Avg: $40

96%

#292

Radeon HD 4330

MSRP: $50|Avg: $9

91%

#293

GeForce GTX 260

MSRP: $449|Avg: $449

90%

#294

Radeon HD 8490

MSRP: $99|Avg: $35

90%

#295

Radeon HD 8650D

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

89%

#297

Radeon HDG 4670

MSRP: $67|Avg: $15

86%

#298

Radeon HD 3870

MSRP: $219|Avg: $15

85%

#299

Radeon HD 4250

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

83%

#300

Radeon HD 6310

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

82%

#301

GeForce GTX 295

MSRP: $499|Avg: $50

81%

#302

Radeon HD 4870 X2

MSRP: $550|Avg: $550

80%

#303

Radeon HD 3850 X2

MSRP: $349|Avg: $349

80%

#304

Radeon HD 4290

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

79%

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 G210 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 5216.9% 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 G210.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce G210
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+5216.9%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-5216.9%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))
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 $15), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 963.4% better value per dollar than the GeForce G210.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce G210
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+963.4%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)	✅More affordable ($15)

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.

GeForce GTX 1650 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and GeForce G210

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 G210

The GeForce G210 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1228 MHz to 1468 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 148 points. Launch price was $79.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce G210's 148 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 5216.9%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce G210 uses Pascal, both on 12 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 384 (GeForce G210). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1.127 TFLOPS (GeForce G210). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1468 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce G210
G3D Mark Score	7,869+5217%	148
Architecture	Turing	Pascal
Process Node	12 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	896+133%	384
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+165%	1.127 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1665 MHz+13%	1468 MHz
ROPs	32+100%	16
TMUs	56+133%	24
L1 Cache	896 KB+522%	144 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce G210
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 G210 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. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.5 MB (GeForce G210) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce G210
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+100%	0.5 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 11.1 (10_1) (GeForce G210). Vulkan: 1.4 vs N/A. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce G210
DirectX	12+8%	11.1 (10_1)
Vulkan	1.4	N/A
OpenGL	4.6+39%	3.3
Max Displays	3+50%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs None (GeForce G210). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce G210).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce G210
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	None
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	VP4
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GeForce G210's 30W — a 85.7% difference. The GeForce G210 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (GeForce G210). Power connectors: None vs Legacy. Card length: 229mm vs 168mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 100.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce G210
TDP	75W	30W-60%
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	Legacy
Length	229mm	168mm
Height	111mm	69mm
Slots	2	1-50%
Temp (Load)	70°C-30%	100
Perf/Watt	104.9+2041%	4.9

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the GeForce G210 launched at $50 and now averages $15. The GeForce G210 costs 80% less ($60 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 9.9 (GeForce G210) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 959.6% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2017).