GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce GTX 965M

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 965M

#16

Radeon RX 7600S

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

90%

#29

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

169%

#31

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

153%

#32

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

153%

#36

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

139%

#37

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

138%

#39

GeForce GTX 965M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#46

Radeon RX 5500M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

93%

#48

GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

92%

#49

GeForce 610M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $20

91%

#50

GeForce GTX 1650 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $75

90%

#53

GeForce GTX 980M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $80

88%

#54

GeForce GTX 770M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

87%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1650 uses modern memory architecture. 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 965M 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 103.9% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 965M.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 965M
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+103.9%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-103.9%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
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 965M Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and GeForce GTX 965M

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 965M

The GeForce GTX 965M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in 2016. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 944 MHz to 1150 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,860 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce GTX 965M's 3,860 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 103.9%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce GTX 965M uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1,024 (GeForce GTX 965M). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 2.355 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 965M). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1150 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 965M
G3D Mark Score	7,869+104%	3,860
Architecture	Turing	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	12 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	896	1024+14%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+27%	2.355 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1665 MHz+45%	1150 MHz
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	56	64+14%
L1 Cache	896 KB+133%	384 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB	1 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 965M
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 80 GB/s (GeForce GTX 965M) — a 60% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1650. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 965M
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	128 GB/s+60%	80 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 Ultimate (GeForce GTX 965M). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 965M
DirectX	12	12 Ultimate
Vulkan	1.4	1.4
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 5th Gen (HEVC) (GeForce GTX 965M). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs PureVideo HD (VP6). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 965M).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 965M
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	NVENC 5th Gen (HEVC)
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	PureVideo HD (VP6)
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GeForce GTX 965M's 50W — a 40% difference. The GeForce GTX 965M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 965M). Power connectors: None vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 229mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 965M
TDP	75W	50W-33%
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-13%	80°C
Perf/Watt	104.9+36%	77.2