GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce4 Ti 4600

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 4600

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

362700%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

348450%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

344400%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

343800%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

343100%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

341150%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

336850%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

335600%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

332500%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

331600%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

327600%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

326900%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

321000%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

320800%

#366

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

400000%

#381

GeForce4 Ti 4800 SE

MSRP: $299|Avg: $30

100%

#382

GeForce4 Ti 4800

MSRP: $399|Avg: $40

100%

#383

GeForce4 MX 460

MSRP: $179|Avg: $15

100%

#384

GeForce4 Ti 4600

MSRP: $399|Avg: $40

100%

#385

GeForce4 Ti 4400

MSRP: $299|Avg: $49

100%

#386

RADEON 7500

MSRP: $199|Avg: $50

100%

#387

GeForce3 Ti 500

MSRP: $349|Avg: $49

50%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1650 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2010). 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 GeForce4 Ti 4600 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 131050% higher G3D Mark score and 3100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 128 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce4 Ti 4600.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce4 Ti 4600
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+131050%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-131050%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+3100%)	❌ 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 $40), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 69846.7% better value per dollar than the GeForce4 Ti 4600.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce4 Ti 4600
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+69846.7%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)	✅More affordable ($40)

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 4600 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and GeForce4 Ti 4600

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 4600

The GeForce4 Ti 4600 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 12 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 675 MHz. It has 336 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6 points. Launch price was $229.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GeForce4 Ti 4600's 6 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 131050%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GeForce4 Ti 4600 uses Fermi, both on 12 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 336 (GeForce4 Ti 4600). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.9072 TFLOPS (GeForce4 Ti 4600).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce4 Ti 4600
G3D Mark Score	7,869+131050%	6
Architecture	Turing	Fermi
Process Node	12 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	896+167%	336
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+229%	0.9072 TFLOPS
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	56	56
L1 Cache	896 KB+100%	448 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce4 Ti 4600
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 4600 has 128 MB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 3100% 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 0.5 MB (GeForce4 Ti 4600) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce4 Ti 4600
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+3100%	0.125 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	0.5 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 8.1 (GeForce4 Ti 4600). Vulkan: 1.4 vs None. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 1.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce4 Ti 4600
DirectX	12+48%	8.1
Vulkan	1.4	None
OpenGL	4.6+254%	1.3
Max Displays	3+50%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs No (GeForce4 Ti 4600). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs No.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce4 Ti 4600
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	No
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	No
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GeForce4 Ti 4600's 160W — a 72.3% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (GeForce4 Ti 4600). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 216mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 65°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GeForce4 Ti 4600
TDP	75W-53%	160W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	229mm	216mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	1-50%
Temp (Load)	70°C	65°C-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 4600 launched at $399 and now averages $40. The GeForce4 Ti 4600 costs 46.7% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.1 (GeForce4 Ti 4600) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 104800% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2010).