GeForce GTX 1650 vs Quadro CX

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 Quadro CX

#368

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

31432%

#383

Quadro CX

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $500

100%

#384

GRID P100-8Q

MSRP: $7374|Avg: $550

94%

#385

Quadro FX 550

MSRP: $150|Avg: $10

91%

#386

Quadro FX 350

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

91%

#387

GRID V100D-8Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000

89%

#388

Tesla M2070

MSRP: $3099|Avg: $50

89%

#389

GRID M10-0Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

85%

#390

Quadro FX 560

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

81%

#391

GRID V100-2Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $2000

81%

#392

Quadro FX 5800

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $40

74%

#393

RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q

MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565

68%

#394

FireStream 9170

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $20

68%

#395

Quadro FX 1700

MSRP: $699|Avg: $500

66%

#396

GRID P40-6Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

64%

#397

Quadro FX 540

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

57%

#398

Quadro 7000

MSRP: $14499|Avg: $300

51%

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 2008). 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 Quadro CX 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 730.9% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro CX.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Quadro CX
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+730.9%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-730.9%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013))
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	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $500 for the Quadro CX, it costs 85% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 5439.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Quadro CX
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+5439.6%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($75)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and Quadro CX

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.

Quadro CX

The Quadro CX is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 11 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 602 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 947 points. Launch price was $1,999.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the Quadro CX's 947 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 730.9%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the Quadro CX uses Tesla 2.0, both on 12 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 192 (Quadro CX). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.4623 TFLOPS (Quadro CX).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Quadro CX
G3D Mark Score	7,869+731%	947
Architecture	Turing	Tesla 2.0
Process Node	12 nm	55 nm
Shading Units	896+367%	192
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+545%	0.4623 TFLOPS
ROPs	32+33%	24
TMUs	56	64+14%
L2 Cache	1 MB+426%	0.19 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Quadro CX
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 GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.19 MB (Quadro CX) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Quadro CX
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB+426%	0.19 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 11.1 (10_0) (Quadro CX). Vulkan: 1.4 vs N/A. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Quadro CX
DirectX	12+8%	11.1 (10_0)
Vulkan	1.4	N/A
OpenGL	4.6+39%	3.3
Max Displays	3+50%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs None (Quadro CX). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs PureVideo HD. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (Quadro CX).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Quadro CX
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	None
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	PureVideo HD
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 Quadro CX's 150W — a 66.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (Quadro CX). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 80.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Quadro CX
TDP	75W-50%	150W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	229mm	267mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	70°C-13%	80
Perf/Watt	104.9+1565%	6.3

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the Quadro CX launched at $1999 and now averages $500. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 85% less ($425 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1.9 (Quadro CX) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 5421.1% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2008).