GeForce GTX 1650
VS
GeForce GTX 470

GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce GTX 470

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 470

2010Core: 607 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

About G3D Mark

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

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 GTX 470 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 150.2% higher G3D Mark score and 220% 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 GTX 470.

InsightGeForce GTX 1650GeForce GTX 470
Performance
Leading raw performance (+150.2%)
Lower raw frame rates (-150.2%)
Longevity
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+220%)
❌ 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. Priced at $75 versus $349 for the GeForce GTX 470, it costs 79% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 1064.3% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightGeForce GTX 1650GeForce GTX 470
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+1064.3%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($75)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($349)

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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and GeForce GTX 470

NVIDIA

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.

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 470

The GeForce GTX 470 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 26 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 607 MHz. It has 448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 215W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,145 points. Launch price was $349.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce GTX 470's 3,145 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 150.2%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce GTX 470 uses Fermi, both on 12 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 448 (GeForce GTX 470). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1.089 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 470).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce GTX 470
G3D Mark Score
7,869+150%
3,145
Architecture
Turing
Fermi
Process Node
12 nm
40 nm
Shading Units
896+100%
448
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.984 TFLOPS+174%
1.089 TFLOPS
ROPs
32
40+25%
TMUs
56
56
L1 Cache
896 KB
896 KB
L2 Cache
1 MB+59%
0.63 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce GTX 470
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 470 has 1 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 220% 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 0.63 MB (GeForce GTX 470) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce GTX 470
VRAM Capacity
4 GB+220%
1.25 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
128 GB/s
Unknown
Bus Width
128-bit
128-bit
L2 Cache
1 MB+59%
0.63 MB
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 11.0 (GeForce GTX 470). Vulkan: 1.4 vs N/A. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce GTX 470
DirectX
12+9%
11.0
Vulkan
1.4
N/A
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 GTX 470). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs PureVideo VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 (GeForce GTX 470).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce GTX 470
Encoder
NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
None
Decoder
NVDEC 4th gen
PureVideo VP4
Codecs
H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9
MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GeForce GTX 470's 215W — a 96.6% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 550W (GeForce GTX 470). Power connectors: None vs 2x 6-pin. Card length: 229mm vs 241mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 93.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce GTX 470
TDP
75W-65%
215W
Recommended PSU
300W-45%
550W
Power Connector
None
2x 6-pin
Length
229mm
241mm
Height
111mm
111mm
Slots
2
2
Temp (Load)
70°C-25%
93
Perf/Watt
104.9+618%
14.6
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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the GeForce GTX 470 launched at $349 and now averages $349. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 78.5% less ($274 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 9.0 (GeForce GTX 470) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 1065.6% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2010).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650GeForce GTX 470
MSRP
$149-57%
$349
Avg Price (30d)
$75-79%
$349
Performance per Dollar
104.9+1066%
9.0
Codename
TU117
GF100
Release
April 23 2019
March 26 2010
Ranking
#323
#572