GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

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 RTX 5060 Mobile

#16

Radeon RX 7600S

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

133%

#19

Radeon RX 5600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $150

118%

#22

Radeon RX 7700

MSRP: $449|Avg: $399

114%

#25

Radeon RX 7600M XT

MSRP: $329|Avg: $300

103%

#27

GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#28

Radeon RX 6650M XT

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

98%

#30

Radeon 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

94%

#31

Radeon RX 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile is significantly newer (2025 vs 2019). The GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1650 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 119.9% 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 RTX 5060 Mobile
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-119.9%)	✅Leading raw performance (+119.9%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🏆Elite Architecture (Blackwell / 3nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile 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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

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 5060 Mobile

The GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 2 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 2430 MHz. It has 4608 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 115W. Manufactured using 3 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 17,300 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile's 17,300 — the GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile leads by 119.9%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile uses Blackwell 2.0, both on 12 nm vs 3 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 4,608 (GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 2430 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile
G3D Mark Score	7,869	17,300+120%
Architecture	Turing	Blackwell 2.0
Process Node	12 nm	3 nm
Shading Units	896	4608+414%
Boost Clock	1665 MHz	2430 MHz+46%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 1650 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 128 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 384 GB/s (GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile) — a 200% advantage for the GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	8 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	128 GB/s	384 GB/s+200%
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 1.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile
DirectX	12	12.2+2%
Vulkan	1.4	1.4
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	3+200%	1

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 9th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs 6th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	9th Gen NVENC
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	6th Gen NVDEC
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile's 115W — a 42.1% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile
TDP	75W-35%	115W
Recommended PSU	300W-54%	650W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	229mm	0mm
Height	111mm	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	70°C-13%	80°C
Perf/Watt	104.9	150.4+43%