GeForce GTX 1650 vs GRID M60-8A

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 M60-8A

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

95%

#111

Tesla P40

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150

94%

#112

GRID RTX6000-1Q

MSRP: $6299|Avg: $1500

90%

#113

Quadro RTX 8000

MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9999

90%

#264

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

6685%

#279

GRID P6-4Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

100%

#280

GRID M60-8A

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

100%

#282

Quadro K4000

MSRP: $1269|Avg: $100

97%

#284

GRID P4-2Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235

95%

#286

Tesla C2070

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $38

94%

#288

Quadro 2000 D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

94%

#289

FirePro V5900

MSRP: $599|Avg: $15

93%

#290

FirePro S9000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $156

91%

#293

GRID P40-4Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

90%

#294

RTXA5000-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500

89%

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 M60-8A 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 42.5% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID M60-8A.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GRID M60-8A
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+42.5%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-42.5%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
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 $120 for the GRID M60-8A, it costs 38% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 128% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	GRID M60-8A
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+128%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($75)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120)

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 M60-8A Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and GRID M60-8A

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 M60-8A

The GRID M60-8A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 557 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,523 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the GRID M60-8A's 5,523 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 42.5%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the GRID M60-8A uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 2,048 (GRID M60-8A). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M60-8A). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1178 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GRID M60-8A
G3D Mark Score	7,869+42%	5,523
Architecture	Turing	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	12 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	896	2048+129%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS	4.825 TFLOPS+62%
Boost Clock	1665 MHz+41%	1178 MHz
ROPs	32	64+100%
TMUs	56	128+129%
L1 Cache	896 KB+17%	768 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GRID M60-8A
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)

Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 2 MB (GRID M60-8A) — the GRID M60-8A has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GRID M60-8A
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	128-bit	128-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 M60-8A). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GRID M60-8A
DirectX	12	12_1
Max Displays	3	0

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the GRID M60-8A's 225W — a 100% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (GRID M60-8A). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 1mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	GRID M60-8A
TDP	75W-67%	225W
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+328%	24.5

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the GRID M60-8A launched at $2500 and now averages $120. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 37.5% less ($45 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 46.0 (GRID M60-8A) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 128% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2015).