GeForce GTX 1650 vs Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc)
GeForce GTX 1650
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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 Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 43.1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc).
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1650 | Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+43.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-43.1%) |
| Longevity | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) | Xe LPG (2023) (5nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 1650 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc)
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.
Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc)
The Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in December 14 2023. It features the Xe LPG architecture. The boost clock speed is 1950 MHz. It has 4 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,500 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc)'s 5,500 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 43.1%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) uses Xe LPG, both on 12 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 4 (Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc)). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1950 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 7,869+43% | 5,500 |
| Architecture | Turing | Xe LPG |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 896+22300% | 4 |
| Boost Clock | 1665 MHz | 1950 MHz+17% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | XeSS |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | 128 GB/s | System |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 12_2 (Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc)). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 | 12_2 |
| 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 QuickSync (Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc)). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs QuickSync. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs MPEG2,AVC,VP9,HEVC,AV1 (Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc)).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 5th gen (Volta) | QuickSync |
| Decoder | NVDEC 4th gen | QuickSync |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 | MPEG2,AVC,VP9,HEVC,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc)'s 15W — a 133.3% difference. The Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc)). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W | 15W-80% |
| Recommended PSU | 300W-14% | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 229mm | 0mm |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 70°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 104.9 | 366.7+250% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) costs 100+% less ($75 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs Infinity (Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc)) — the Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) offers Infinity% better value. The Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2019).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Graphics 4-Cores iGPU (Arc) |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $149 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $75 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 104.9 | Infinity |
| Codename | TU117 | Meteor Lake iGPU |
| Release | April 23 2019 | December 14 2023 |
| Ranking | #323 | #494 |
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