GeForce GTX 1650 vs GRID M6-8Q

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 M6-8Q

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

99%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

98%

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

89%

#258

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

6207%

#273

GRID M6-8Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

100%

#276

GRID K120Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $20

98%

#278

Tesla M60

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $250

98%

#279

FirePro V7900

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

95%

#280

GRID M60-8A

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

93%

#281

GRID P6-4Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

93%

#283

Quadro K4000

MSRP: $1269|Avg: $100

90%

#285

GRID P4-2Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235

89%

#287

Tesla C2070

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $38

87%

#288

Quadro 2000 D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

87%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1650 uses modern memory architecture. 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 M6-8Q 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 120.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID M6-8Q.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GRID M6-8Q
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+120.5%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-120.5%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ 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. Priced at $75 versus $100 for the GRID M6-8Q, it costs 25% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 194.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GRID M6-8Q
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+194.1%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($75)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100)

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 M6-8Q Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and GRID M6-8Q

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 M6-8Q

The GRID M6-8Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 722 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,568 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GRID M6-8Q's 3,568 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 120.5%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GRID M6-8Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1,536 (GRID M6-8Q). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 2.218 TFLOPS (GRID M6-8Q).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GRID M6-8Q
G3D Mark Score	7,869+121%	3,568
Architecture	Turing	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	12 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	896	1536+71%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+35%	2.218 TFLOPS
ROPs	32	64+100%
TMUs	56	96+71%
L1 Cache	896 KB+56%	576 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GRID M6-8Q
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 M6-8Q has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 100% 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 2 MB (GRID M6-8Q) — the GRID M6-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GRID M6-8Q
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 12_1 (GRID M6-8Q). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GRID M6-8Q
DirectX	12	12_1
Max Displays	3	0

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GRID M6-8Q's 100W — a 28.6% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (GRID M6-8Q). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 1mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GRID M6-8Q
TDP	75W-25%	100W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	229mm	1mm
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	70°C	—
Perf/Watt	104.9+194%	35.7

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the GRID M6-8Q launched at $1500 and now averages $100. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 25% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 35.7 (GRID M6-8Q) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 193.8% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2015).