GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q

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 GTX 1050 Max-Q

#25

Radeon RX 7600M XT

MSRP: $329|Avg: $300

91%

#66

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

221%

#68

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

201%

#69

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

200%

#73

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

182%

#74

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

181%

#76

GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#78

Radeon HD 8970M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $170

99%

#82

Arc 7-Core iGPU

MSRP: $199|Avg: N/A

96%

#86

Radeon RX 560 (móvel)

MSRP: $99|Avg: $50

93%

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 100.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+100.5%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-100.5%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ 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.

GeForce GTX 1650 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q

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 GTX 1050 Max-Q

The GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 3 2018. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1190 MHz to 1328 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,925 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q's 3,925 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 100.5%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q uses Pascal, both on 12 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 640 (GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1.7 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1328 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q
G3D Mark Score	7,869+100%	3,925
Architecture	Turing	Pascal
Process Node	12 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	896+40%	640
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+76%	1.7 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1665 MHz+25%	1328 MHz
ROPs	32+100%	16
TMUs	56+40%	40
L1 Cache	896 KB+273%	240 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB	1 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	FSR 3 (Compatible)
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 GTX 1050 Max-Q has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 128 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 112.1 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q) — a 14.2% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1650. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	128 GB/s+14%	112.1 GB/s
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 12 (12_1) (GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q
DirectX	12	12 (12_1)
Vulkan	1.4+8%	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs NVENC (6th Gen) (GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs NVDEC (3rd Gen). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP9 (GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	NVENC (6th Gen)
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	NVDEC (3rd Gen)
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9	H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q's 75W — a 0% difference. The GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 75°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q
TDP	75W	75W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	229mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	70°C-7%	75°C
Perf/Watt	104.9+101%	52.3