GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce RTX 3060 12GB
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060 12GB
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 12GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 113.2% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (12 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 RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-113.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+113.2%) |
| Longevity | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| 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 $340 for the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB, it costs 78% less. While it maintains significantly lower raw performance, this results in a 112.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1650 | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+112.6%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($75) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($340) |
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 RTX 3060 12GB
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 RTX 3060 12GB
The GeForce RTX 3060 12GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 11 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1260 MHz to 1710 MHz. It has 8960 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 350W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 70 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,777 points. Launch price was $799.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB's 16,777 — the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB leads by 113.2%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB uses Ampere, both on 12 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 8,960 (GeForce RTX 3060 12GB). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 30.64 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 12GB). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1710 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 7,869 | 16,777+113% |
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 896 | 8960+900% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.984 TFLOPS | 30.64 TFLOPS+927% |
| Boost Clock | 1665 MHz | 1710 MHz+3% |
| ROPs | 32 | 96+200% |
| TMUs | 56 | 280+400% |
| L1 Cache | 0.88 MB | 8.8 MB+900% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 6 MB+500% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 1650 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB has 12 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 12GB offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 128 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 360 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060 12GB) — a 181.3% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 6 MB (GeForce RTX 3060 12GB) — the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 12 GB+200% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 128 GB/s | 360 GB/s+181% |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 192-bit+50% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 6 MB+500% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060 12GB). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.4+8% | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 4+33% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3060 12GB). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3060 12GB).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 5th gen (Volta) | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 4th gen | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB's 350W — a 129.4% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 3060 12GB). Power connectors: None vs 8-pin. Card length: 229mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W-79% | 350W |
| Recommended PSU | 300W-45% | 550W |
| Power Connector | None | 8-pin |
| Length | 229mm | 242mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 70°C-7% | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 104.9+119% | 47.9 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB launched at $329 and now averages $340. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 77.9% less ($265 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 49.3 (GeForce RTX 3060 12GB) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 112.8% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 12GB is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2019).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $149-55% | $329 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $75-78% | $340 |
| Performance per Dollar | 104.9+113% | 49.3 |
| Codename | TU117 | GA102 |
| Release | April 23 2019 | January 11 2022 |
| Ranking | #323 | #38 |
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