GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce4 Ti 4200

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 GeForce4 Ti 4200

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

241800%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

232300%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

229600%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

229200%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

228733%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

227433%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

224567%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

223733%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

221667%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

221067%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

218400%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

217933%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

214000%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

213867%

#366

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

266667%

#381

GeForce3 Ti 200

MSRP: $149|Avg: $49

100%

#382

GeForce4 Ti 4200

MSRP: $199|Avg: $5

100%

#383

GeForce4 Ti 4400

MSRP: $299|Avg: $49

67%

#384

GeForce4 MX 460

MSRP: $179|Avg: $15

67%

#385

GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE

MSRP: $299|Avg: $30

67%

#386

GeForce4 Ti 4800

MSRP: $399|Avg: $40

67%

#387

GeForce4 Ti 4600

MSRP: $399|Avg: $40

67%

#388

RADEON 7500

MSRP: $199|Avg: $50

67%

#389

GeForce3 Ti 500

MSRP: $349|Avg: $49

33%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 131050% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce4 Ti 4200.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce4 Ti 4200
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+131050%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-131050%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) (5nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+700%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
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. Although it costs $75 (vs $5), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 8643.3% better value per dollar than the GeForce4 Ti 4200.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce4 Ti 4200
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+8643.3%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)	✅More affordable ($5)

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

GeForce4 Ti 4200 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and GeForce4 Ti 4200

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.

GeForce4 Ti 4200

The GeForce4 Ti 4200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 20 2022. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2235 MHz to 2520 MHz. It has 16384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 450W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 128 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6 points. Launch price was $1,599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce4 Ti 4200's 6 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 131050%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce4 Ti 4200 uses Ada Lovelace, both on 12 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 16,384 (GeForce4 Ti 4200). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 82.58 TFLOPS (GeForce4 Ti 4200). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 2520 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce4 Ti 4200
G3D Mark Score	7,869+131050%	6
Architecture	Turing	Ada Lovelace
Process Node	12 nm	5 nm
Shading Units	896	16384+1729%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS	82.58 TFLOPS+2667%
Boost Clock	1665 MHz	2520 MHz+51%
ROPs	32	176+450%
TMUs	56	512+814%
L1 Cache	0.88 MB	16 MB+1718%
L2 Cache	1 MB	72 MB+7100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce4 Ti 4200
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
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 GeForce4 Ti 4200 has 512 MB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 72 MB (GeForce4 Ti 4200) — the GeForce4 Ti 4200 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce4 Ti 4200
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+700%	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB	72 MB+7100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 8.1 (GeForce4 Ti 4200). Vulkan: 1.4 vs N/A. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 1.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce4 Ti 4200
DirectX	12+48%	8.1
Vulkan	1.4	N/A
OpenGL	4.6+207%	1.5
Max Displays	3+50%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs None (GeForce4 Ti 4200). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs None. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs MPEG-2 (GeForce4 Ti 4200).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce4 Ti 4200
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	None
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	None
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9	MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GeForce4 Ti 4200's 450W — a 142.9% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (GeForce4 Ti 4200). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 175mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 65.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce4 Ti 4200
TDP	75W-83%	450W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	229mm	175mm
Height	111mm	100mm
Slots	2	1-50%
Temp (Load)	70°C	65-7%
Perf/Watt	104.9	0.0

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the GeForce4 Ti 4200 launched at $199 and now averages $5. The GeForce4 Ti 4200 costs 93.3% less ($70 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1.2 (GeForce4 Ti 4200) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 8641.7% better value. The GeForce4 Ti 4200 is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2019).