GeForce GTX 1650
VS
Mobility Radeon HD 4250

GeForce GTX 1650 vs Mobility Radeon HD 4250

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz
VS
AMD

Mobility Radeon HD 4250

2010Core: 700 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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 Mobility Radeon HD 4250

#683
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
11079%
#685
10043%
#686
10016%
#690
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
9108%
#691
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
9046%
#693
Mobility Radeon X2300 HD
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
100%
#694
Mobility Radeon HD 4250
MSRP: $100|Avg: $15
100%
#695
Mobility Radeon X2300
MSRP: $49|Avg: $15
100%
#696
Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT
MSRP: $199|Avg: $12
98%
#697
GeForce 8600 GTS
MSRP: $199|Avg: $35
95%
#698
GeForce 8800 GTX
MSRP: $599|Avg: $50
95%
#699
Mobility Radeon HD 3450
MSRP: $100|Avg: $15
93%
#700
GeForce 8800 GTS
MSRP: $449|Avg: $50
93%
#701
GeForce 8600M GS
MSRP: $100|Avg: $20
91%
#702
GeForce 7650 GS
MSRP: $150|Avg: $15
91%
#703
Mobility Radeon X1400
MSRP: $49|Avg: $49
90%
#704
GeForce 8600 GT
MSRP: $159|Avg: $15
90%
#705
GeForce 7900 GT
MSRP: $299|Avg: $60
88%
#706
GeForce 6150SE
MSRP: $30|Avg: $5
85%
#707
Mobility Radeon X1350
MSRP: $49|Avg: $15
84%
#708
Mobility Radeon X1300
MSRP: $49|Avg: $15
84%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1650 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2010). 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 Mobility Radeon HD 4250 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 7929.6% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Mobility Radeon HD 4250.

InsightGeForce GTX 1650Mobility Radeon HD 4250
Performance
Leading raw performance (+7929.6%)
Lower raw frame rates (-7929.6%)
Longevity
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+700%)
❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $15), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 1505.9% better value per dollar than the Mobility Radeon HD 4250.

InsightGeForce GTX 1650Mobility Radeon HD 4250
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+1505.9%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)
More affordable ($15)

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 Mobility Radeon HD 4250

NVIDIA

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.

AMD

Mobility Radeon HD 4250

The Mobility Radeon HD 4250 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 7 2010. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 700 MHz. It has 800 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 98 points.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the Mobility Radeon HD 4250's 98 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 7929.6%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the Mobility Radeon HD 4250 uses TeraScale 2, both on 12 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 800 (Mobility Radeon HD 4250). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1.12 TFLOPS (Mobility Radeon HD 4250).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650Mobility Radeon HD 4250
G3D Mark Score
7,869+7930%
98
Architecture
Turing
TeraScale 2
Process Node
12 nm
40 nm
Shading Units
896+12%
800
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.984 TFLOPS+166%
1.12 TFLOPS
ROPs
32+100%
16
TMUs
56+40%
40
L1 Cache
896 KB+1020%
80 KB
L2 Cache
1 MB+300%
0.25 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650Mobility Radeon HD 4250
Upscaling Tech
FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation
FSR 3 (Compatible)
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
AMD Anti-Lag
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 1650 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Mobility Radeon HD 4250 has 512 MB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.25 MB (Mobility Radeon HD 4250) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650Mobility Radeon HD 4250
VRAM Capacity
4 GB+700%
0.5 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
128 GB/s
Unknown
Bus Width
128-bit
128-bit
L2 Cache
1 MB+300%
0.25 MB
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the Mobility Radeon HD 4250's 50W — a 40% difference. The Mobility Radeon HD 4250 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (Mobility Radeon HD 4250). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650Mobility Radeon HD 4250
TDP
75W
50W-33%
Recommended PSU
300W-14%
350W
Power Connector
None
PCIe-powered
Length
229mm
Height
111mm
Slots
2
Temp (Load)
70°C
Perf/Watt
104.9+5145%
2.0
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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the Mobility Radeon HD 4250 launched at $100 and now averages $15. The Mobility Radeon HD 4250 costs 80% less ($60 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 6.5 (Mobility Radeon HD 4250) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 1513.8% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2010).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650Mobility Radeon HD 4250
MSRP
$149
$100-33%
Avg Price (30d)
$75
$15-80%
Performance per Dollar
104.9+1514%
6.5
Codename
TU117
Broadway
Release
April 23 2019
January 7 2010
Ranking
#323
#846