GeForce GTX 1650 vs GRID K340

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 GRID K340

#388

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

73865%

#404

GRID K340

MSRP: $3299|Avg: $57

100%

#405

Quadro FX 4600

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $50

100%

#406

Quadro FX 5600

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $50

90%

#407

Quadro FX 3500

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599

85%

#409

Quadro FX 1400

MSRP: $799|Avg: $30

80%

#410

GRID K1

MSRP: $4140|Avg: $120

80%

#412

GRID P4-1Q

MSRP: $5890|Avg: $185

60%

#415

GRID RTX6000-2Q

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1500

50%

#416

GRID M60-0B

MSRP: $19900|Avg: $19900

45%

#417

Quadro FX 4500 X2

MSRP: $2799|Avg: $2799

40%

#418

Quadro FX 5500

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $30

40%

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 2013). 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 GRID K340 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 1110.6% 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 GRID K340.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GRID K340
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1110.6%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1110.6%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
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	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $57), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 820.1% better value per dollar than the GRID K340.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GRID K340
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+820.1%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)	✅More affordable ($57)

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

GRID K340 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and GRID K340

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.

GRID K340

The GRID K340 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 950 MHz. It has 384 ×4 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 650 points. Launch price was $3,299.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GRID K340's 650 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 1110.6%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GRID K340 uses Kepler, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 384 (GRID K340). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.7296 TFLOPS ×4 (GRID K340).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GRID K340
G3D Mark Score	7,869+1111%	650
Architecture	Turing	Kepler
Process Node	12 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	896+133%	384 ×4
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+309%	0.7296 TFLOPS ×4
ROPs	32+300%	8 ×4
TMUs	56+75%	32 ×4
L1 Cache	896 KB+2700%	32 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB+669%	0.13 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GRID K340
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 GRID K340 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 0.13 MB (GRID K340) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GRID K340
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+700%	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB+669%	0.13 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GRID K340's 225W — a 100% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (GRID K340). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GRID K340
TDP	75W-67%	225W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	229mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	70°C	—
Perf/Watt	104.9+3517%	2.9

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the GRID K340 launched at $3299 and now averages $57. The GRID K340 costs 24% less ($18 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 11.4 (GRID K340) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 820.2% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2013).