GeForce GTX 1650 vs L40S

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 L40S

#91

RTX PRO 6000

MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565

188%

#92

RTX A6000

MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500

184%

#93

Quadro RTX A6000

MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500

184%

#94

RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $4799

166%

#96

L4

MSRP: $2345|Avg: $1800

162%

#97

RTX 6000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $6799|Avg: $5500

157%

#98

RTX 5880 Ada Generation

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $6000

157%

#99

Tesla M40

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $1099

153%

#100

Radeon PRO W7900 Dual Slot

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $3499

141%

#101

RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition

MSRP: $11605|Avg: $8199

136%

#102

Radeon Pro Vega II Duo

MSRP: $4399|Avg: $3500

119%

#103

Radeon Pro W6800X Duo

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $4999

110%

#104

Radeon Pro W6900X

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $5000

109%

#105

Quadro RTX 6000

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1800

106%

#106

L40S

MSRP: $7500|Avg: $7500

100%

#107

Quadro P6000

MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500

97%

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

88%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

87%

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

79%

#111

Tesla P40

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150

78%

#112

GRID RTX6000-1Q

MSRP: $6299|Avg: $1500

75%

#113

Quadro RTX 8000

MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9999

75%

#114

Quadro GP100

MSRP: $7000|Avg: $1335

73%

#115

Radeon Instinct MI60

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $600

73%

#116

Radeon Pro SSG

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500

59%

#117

L40

MSRP: $31000|Avg: $8174

39%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The L40S is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 154.5% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (48 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1650.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	L40S
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-154.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+154.5%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace / 5nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (48 GB)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $7,500 for the L40S, it costs 99% less. While it maintains significantly lower raw performance, this results in a 3830% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	L40S
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+3830%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($75)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($7,500)

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

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and L40S

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.

L40S

The L40S is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 13 2022. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1110 MHz to 2520 MHz. It has 18176 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 142 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 20,023 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the L40S's 20,023 — the L40S leads by 154.5%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the L40S uses Ada Lovelace, both on 12 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 18,176 (L40S). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 91.61 TFLOPS (L40S). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 2520 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	L40S
G3D Mark Score	7,869	20,023+154%
Architecture	Turing	Ada Lovelace
Process Node	12 nm	5 nm
Shading Units	896	18176+1929%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS	91.61 TFLOPS+2970%
Boost Clock	1665 MHz	2520 MHz+51%
ROPs	32	192+500%
TMUs	56	568+914%
L1 Cache	0.88 MB	17.8 MB+1923%
L2 Cache	1 MB	48 MB+4700%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	L40S
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 L40S has 48 GB. The L40S offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 128 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 960 GB/s (L40S) — a 650% advantage for the L40S. Bus width: 128-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 48 MB (L40S) — the L40S has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	L40S
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	48 GB+1100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	128 GB/s	960 GB/s+650%
Bus Width	128-bit	384-bit+200%
L2 Cache	1 MB	48 MB+4700%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 12.2 (L40S). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	L40S
DirectX	12	12.2+2%
Vulkan	1.4+8%	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs NVENC 8th Gen (L40S). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,H.265,AV1 (L40S).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	L40S
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	NVENC 8th Gen
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	NVDEC 5th Gen
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9	H.264,H.265,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the L40S's 300W — a 120% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 800W (L40S). Power connectors: None vs 16-pin. Card length: 229mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 85°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	L40S
TDP	75W-75%	300W
Recommended PSU	300W-63%	800W
Power Connector	None	16-pin
Length	229mm	267mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	70°C-18%	85°C
Perf/Watt	104.9+57%	66.7

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the L40S launched at $7500 and now averages $7500. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 99% less ($7425 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 2.7 (L40S) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 3785.2% better value. The L40S is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2019).