GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce GT 1010

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 GT 1010

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

522%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

502%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

496%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

495%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

494%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

491%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

485%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

483%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

479%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

477%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

472%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

471%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

462%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

462%

#81

Moore Threads MTT S80

MSRP: $260|Avg: $170

99%

#82

Intel UHD Graphics P750

MSRP: $150|Avg: $100

89%

#83

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

576%

#83

Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G

MSRP: $299|Avg: $100

88%

#98

GeForce GT 1010

MSRP: $70|Avg: $70

100%

#99

Radeon R7 430

MSRP: $79|Avg: $15

100%

#101

Radeon 550X

MSRP: $109|Avg: $45

97%

#102

GeForce GT 720

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

97%

#103

Radeon R7 240

MSRP: $69|Avg: $15

94%

#104

Radeon R7 G

MSRP: $69|Avg: $51

91%

#107

Radeon R7 250

MSRP: $89|Avg: $25

85%

#108

GeForce GT 640

MSRP: $99|Avg: $50

85%

#109

GeForce GT 640 Rev. 2

MSRP: $99|Avg: $99

85%

#111

Radeon HD 8550D

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

82%

#112

Radeon 520

MSRP: $78|Avg: $78

81%

#113

Radeon HD 4810

MSRP: $70|Avg: $15

80%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 709.6% 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 GT 1010.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GT 1010
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+709.6%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-709.6%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm)
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 $70), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 655.6% better value per dollar than the GeForce GT 1010.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GT 1010
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+655.6%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)	✅More affordable ($70)

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

GeForce GT 1010 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and GeForce GT 1010

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 GT 1010

The GeForce GT 1010 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 13 2021. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1228 MHz to 1468 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 972 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce GT 1010's 972 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 709.6%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce GT 1010 uses Pascal, both on 12 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 256 (GeForce GT 1010). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.7516 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 1010). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1468 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GT 1010
G3D Mark Score	7,869+710%	972
Architecture	Turing	Pascal
Process Node	12 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	896+250%	256
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+297%	0.7516 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1665 MHz+13%	1468 MHz
ROPs	32+100%	16
TMUs	56+250%	16
L1 Cache	896 KB+2700%	32 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	0.25 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GT 1010
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 GT 1010 has 512 MB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.25 MB (GeForce GT 1010) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GT 1010
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+700%	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	128 GB/s	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	0.25 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 12 (12_1) (GeForce GT 1010). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GT 1010
DirectX	12	12 (12_1)
Vulkan	1.4	1.4
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	3+50%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs None (GeForce GT 1010). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs VP8 (Feature Set H). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP8,VP9,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GT 1010).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GT 1010
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	None
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	VP8 (Feature Set H)
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9	H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP8,VP9,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GeForce GT 1010's 30W — a 85.7% difference. The GeForce GT 1010 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 300W (GeForce GT 1010). Power connectors: None vs None. Card length: 229mm vs 147mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 75.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GT 1010
TDP	75W	30W-60%
Recommended PSU	300W	300W
Power Connector	None	None
Length	229mm	147mm
Height	111mm	69mm
Slots	2	1-50%
Temp (Load)	70°C-7%	75
Perf/Watt	104.9+224%	32.4

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the GeForce GT 1010 launched at $70 and now averages $70. The GeForce GT 1010 costs 6.7% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 13.9 (GeForce GT 1010) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 654.7% better value. The GeForce GT 1010 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2019).