GeForce GTX 1650 vs Intel UHD Graphics 615
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 Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar Intel UHD Graphics 615
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 997.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (4 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Intel UHD Graphics 615.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1650 | Intel UHD Graphics 615 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+997.5%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-997.5%) |
| Longevity | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020)) |
| 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. Although it costs $75 (vs $50), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 631.7% better value per dollar than the Intel UHD Graphics 615.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1650 | Intel UHD Graphics 615 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+631.7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75) | ✅More affordable ($50) |
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 Intel UHD Graphics 615
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.
Intel UHD Graphics 615
The Intel UHD Graphics 615 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in November 7 2018. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1050 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 717 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the Intel UHD Graphics 615's 717 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 997.5%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the Intel UHD Graphics 615 uses Generation 9.5, both on 12 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 192 (Intel UHD Graphics 615). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.4032 TFLOPS (Intel UHD Graphics 615). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1050 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Intel UHD Graphics 615 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 7,869+997% | 717 |
| Architecture | Turing | Generation 9.5 |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 896+367% | 192 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.984 TFLOPS+640% | 0.4032 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1665 MHz+59% | 1050 MHz |
| ROPs | 32+967% | 3 |
| TMUs | 56+133% | 24 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Intel UHD Graphics 615 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 1650 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Intel UHD Graphics 615 has 0 MB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Intel UHD Graphics 615 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | Shared System RAM |
| 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_1 (Intel UHD Graphics 615). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 0.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Intel UHD Graphics 615 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 | 12_1 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 0 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs QuickSync (Intel UHD Graphics 615). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs QuickSync.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Intel UHD Graphics 615 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 5th gen (Volta) | QuickSync |
| Decoder | NVDEC 4th gen | QuickSync |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 | — |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the Intel UHD Graphics 615's 15W — a 133.3% difference. The Intel UHD Graphics 615 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1W (Intel UHD Graphics 615). Power connectors: None vs Integrated. Card length: 229mm vs 1mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Intel UHD Graphics 615 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W | 15W-80% |
| Recommended PSU | 300W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | None | Integrated |
| Length | 229mm | 1mm |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 70°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 104.9+119% | 47.8 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the Intel UHD Graphics 615 launched at $100 and now averages $50. The Intel UHD Graphics 615 costs 33.3% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 14.3 (Intel UHD Graphics 615) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 633.6% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2018).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Intel UHD Graphics 615 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $149 | $100-33% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $75 | $50-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 104.9+634% | 14.3 |
| Codename | TU117 | Amber Lake GT2 |
| Release | April 23 2019 | November 7 2018 |
| Ranking | #323 | #921 |
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