GeForce GTX 1650 vs Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 1650

75

7,869

+124.8%

GeForce GTX 880M SLI

GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448

GeForce GTX 960

GeForce GTX 1650 (móvel)

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

GeForce GTX 1080

GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER

GeForce RTX 3070 Ti

Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)

30

3,500

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

Radeon RX 6850M

Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary

GeForce RTX 5060

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.

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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)

#52

Radeon 8060S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

96%

#53

Radeon RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

93%

#212

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

465%

#214

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

422%

#215

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

421%

#219

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

383%

#220

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

380%

#222

Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)

MSRP: $150|Avg: $75

100%

#224

GeForce GT 640M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

97%

#228

GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition

MSRP: $149|Avg: $40

95%

#230

Maxwell GPU Surface Book

MSRP: $150|Avg: $75

95%

#235

Radeon RX 540

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

92%

#236

Radeon HD 6750M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60

91%

#237

Radeon HD 7570M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $15

90%

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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) 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 124.8% 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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5).

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+124.8%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-124.8%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $75), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 124.8% better value per dollar than the Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5).

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+124.8%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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

Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)

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.

Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)

The Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) is manufactured by an unknown manufacturer. It was released in October 1 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 954 MHz to 993 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,500 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)'s 3,500 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 124.8%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) uses Maxwell, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 384 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 993 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)
G3D Mark Score	7,869+125%	3,500
Architecture	Turing	Maxwell
Process Node	12 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	896+133%	384
Boost Clock	1665 MHz+68%	993 MHz

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)
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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	128 GB/s	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 12 (11_0) (Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)
DirectX	12	12 (11_0)
Vulkan	1.4+27%	1.1
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	3+50%	2

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Media & Encoding

Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs NVDEC 1st Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	—
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	NVDEC 1st Gen
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)'s 30W — a 85.7% difference. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 75.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)
TDP	75W	30W-60%
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	229mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	70°C-7%	75
Perf/Watt	104.9	116.7+11%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) launched at $150 and now averages $75. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 46.7 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 124.6% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2015).