GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

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 (Mobile)

#6

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

122%

#8

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

110%

#9

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

110%

#13

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

100%

#14

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

99%

#18

Radeon RX 560X (móvel)

MSRP: $55|Avg: $55

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is significantly newer (2025 vs 2019). The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1650 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 76.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile).

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+76.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-76.3%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	Blackwell (2024−2025) (3nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $50), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 17.5% better value per dollar than the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile).

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+17.5%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)	✅More affordable ($50)

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 GTX 1050 (Mobile)

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 (Mobile)

The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 2 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. It has 3584 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 3 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,463 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)'s 4,463 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 76.3%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) uses Blackwell 2.0, both on 12 nm vs 3 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 3,584 (GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
G3D Mark Score	7,869+76%	4,463
Architecture	Turing	Blackwell 2.0
Process Node	12 nm	3 nm
Shading Units	896	3584+300%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
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)

Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Memory bandwidth: 128 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 112 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)) — a 14.3% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1650. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	128 GB/s+14%	112 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 12 (12_1) (GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)). 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 (Mobile)
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 (Mobile)). 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 (Mobile)).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
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 (Mobile)'s 50W — a 40% difference. The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
TDP	75W	50W-33%
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	229mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	70°C-13%	80°C
Perf/Watt	104.9+17%	89.3

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) costs 33.3% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 89.3 (GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 17.5% better value. The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2019).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP	$149	—
Avg Price (30d)	$75	$50-33%
Performance per Dollar	104.9+17%	89.3
Codename	TU117	GN22-X2
Release	April 23 2019	January 2 2025
Ranking	#323	#não classificado