GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce GTX 980M 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 980M SLI

#22

Radeon RX 7700

MSRP: $449|Avg: $399

138%

#25

Radeon RX 7600M XT

MSRP: $329|Avg: $300

125%

#28

Radeon RX 6650M XT

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

119%

#30

Radeon 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

114%

#31

Radeon RX 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

113%

#37

GeForce GTX 980M SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#39

Radeon RX 7700S

MSRP: $449|Avg: $350

97%

#42

Radeon RX 6600S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

91%

#43

Radeon RX 8060S

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

89%

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 980M SLI lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 980M SLI is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 59.1% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1650.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 980M SLI
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-59.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+59.1%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 980M SLI 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 980M SLI Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and GeForce GTX 980M 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 980M SLI

The GeForce GTX 980M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 7 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1038 MHz to 1127 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,523 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce GTX 980M SLI's 12,523 — the GeForce GTX 980M SLI leads by 59.1%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce GTX 980M SLI uses Maxwell, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 3,072 (GeForce GTX 980M SLI). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1127 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 980M SLI
G3D Mark Score	7,869	12,523+59%
Architecture	Turing	Maxwell
Process Node	12 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	896	3072+243%
Boost Clock	1665 MHz+48%	1127 MHz

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 980M 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 980M SLI has 8 GB. The GeForce GTX 980M SLI offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 128 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 160 GB/s (GeForce GTX 980M SLI) — a 25% advantage for the GeForce GTX 980M SLI. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 980M SLI
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	8 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	128 GB/s	160 GB/s+25%
Bus Width	128-bit	256-bit+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 12.1 (GeForce GTX 980M SLI). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 980M SLI
DirectX	12	12.1
Vulkan	1.4+27%	1.1
OpenGL	4.6+5%	4.4
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs NVENC 4.0 (2x) (GeForce GTX 980M SLI). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs PureVideo HD VP6 (2x). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce GTX 980M SLI).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 980M SLI
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	NVENC 4.0 (2x)
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	PureVideo HD VP6 (2x)
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GeForce GTX 980M SLI's 200W — a 90.9% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 500W (GeForce GTX 980M SLI). Power connectors: None vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 229mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 85°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce GTX 980M SLI
TDP	75W-63%	200W
Recommended PSU	300W-40%	500W
Power Connector	None	1x 6-pin
Length	229mm	267mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	70°C-18%	85°C
Perf/Watt	104.9+68%	62.6