GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce GTX 470M SLI

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 470M SLI

#266

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

641%

#268

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

581%

#269

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

580%

#273

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

527%

#274

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

524%

#276

GeForce GTX 470M SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60

100%

#277

Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G

MSRP: $99|Avg: $70

100%

#279

Radeon RX Vega 9

MSRP: $99|Avg: $50

99%

#282

Iris Xe Graphics G7

MSRP: $200|Avg: $100

98%

#283

Radeon R9 M395

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

97%

#285

GeForce GT 755M SLI

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

97%

#287

GeForce GTX 950A

MSRP: $159|Avg: $30

97%

#288

Radeon 540X

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

95%

#289

GeForce 930MX

MSRP: $80|Avg: $25

94%

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GeForce MX250

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

94%

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 470M SLI 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 209.8% 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 470M SLI.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 470M SLI
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+209.8%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-209.8%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))
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

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $60), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 147.8% better value per dollar than the GeForce GTX 470M SLI.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 470M SLI
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+147.8%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)	✅More affordable ($60)

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

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Technical Specifications

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

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 470M SLI

The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 1 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 535 MHz. It has 576 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,540 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce GTX 470M SLI's 2,540 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 209.8%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce GTX 470M SLI uses Fermi, both on 12 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 576 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 470M SLI
G3D Mark Score	7,869+210%	2,540
Architecture	Turing	Fermi
Process Node	12 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	896+56%	576

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 470M SLI
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 470M SLI has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 470M SLI
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	128 GB/s	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 11 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI). Vulkan: 1.4 vs None. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.0. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 3.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 470M SLI
DirectX	12+9%	11
Vulkan	1.4	None
OpenGL	4.6+15%	4.0
Max Displays	3	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs None (GeForce GTX 470M SLI). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI).

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

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GeForce GTX 470M SLI's 75W — a 0% difference. The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 470M SLI). Power connectors: None vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 229mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 90.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 470M SLI
TDP	75W	75W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	1x 6-pin
Length	229mm	0mm
Height	111mm	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	70°C-22%	90
Perf/Watt	104.9+209%	33.9

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 470M SLI costs 20% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 42.3 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 148% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2010).