GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce GTS 450

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 GTS 450

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

700%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

673%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

665%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

664%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

662%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

659%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

650%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

648%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

642%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

640%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

632%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

631%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

620%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

619%

#84

Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

95%

#107

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

772%

#122

GeForce GTS 450

MSRP: $129|Avg: $20

100%

#123

Radeon HD 8570D

MSRP: $40|Avg: $15

100%

#125

Radeon HD 8650G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

97%

#126

GeForce GT 630

MSRP: $69|Avg: $20

96%

#128

Radeon HD 6770

MSRP: $129|Avg: $129

95%

#129

GeForce GT 440

MSRP: $79|Avg: $40

94%

#130

Radeon R7 340

MSRP: $99|Avg: $25

94%

#133

Radeon HD 6750

MSRP: $109|Avg: $109

93%

#135

Radeon R5 240

MSRP: $59|Avg: $10

91%

#136

Radeon R5 340

MSRP: $99|Avg: $25

91%

#137

Radeon HD 8570

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

91%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1650 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2010). 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 GTS 450 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 488.6% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (4 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTS 450.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTS 450
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+488.6%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-488.6%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+300%)	❌ 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 $20), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 56.9% better value per dollar than the GeForce GTS 450.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTS 450
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+56.9%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)	✅More affordable ($20)

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 GTS 450 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and GeForce GTS 450

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 GTS 450

The GeForce GTS 450 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 13 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 783 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 106W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,337 points. Launch price was $129.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce GTS 450's 1,337 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 488.6%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce GTS 450 uses Fermi, both on 12 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 192 (GeForce GTS 450). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.6013 TFLOPS (GeForce GTS 450).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTS 450
G3D Mark Score	7,869+489%	1,337
Architecture	Turing	Fermi
Process Node	12 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	896+367%	192
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+396%	0.6013 TFLOPS
ROPs	32+100%	16
TMUs	56+75%	32
L1 Cache	896 KB+250%	256 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	0.25 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTS 450
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 GTS 450 has 1 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 300% 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 0.25 MB (GeForce GTS 450) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTS 450
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+300%	1 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	128 GB/s	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	0.25 MB

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Media & Encoding

Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264 (GeForce GTS 450).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTS 450
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	—
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	—
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9	H.264

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GeForce GTS 450's 106W — a 34.3% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 400W (GeForce GTS 450). Power connectors: None vs 1x 6-pin.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTS 450
TDP	75W-29%	106W
Recommended PSU	300W-25%	400W
Power Connector	None	1x 6-pin
Length	229mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	70°C	—
Perf/Watt	104.9+733%	12.6

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the GeForce GTS 450 launched at $129 and now averages $20. The GeForce GTS 450 costs 73.3% less ($55 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 66.8 (GeForce GTS 450) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 57% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2010).