GeForce GTX 1650 vs Quadro GP100

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 GP100

#99

Tesla M40

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $1099

209%

#100

Radeon PRO W7900 Dual Slot

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $3499

192%

#101

RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition

MSRP: $11605|Avg: $8199

186%

#102

Radeon Pro Vega II Duo

MSRP: $4399|Avg: $3500

163%

#103

Radeon Pro W6800X Duo

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $4999

151%

#104

Radeon Pro W6900X

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $5000

148%

#105

Quadro RTX 6000

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1800

145%

#106

L40S

MSRP: $7500|Avg: $7500

136%

#107

Quadro P6000

MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500

132%

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

120%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

119%

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

108%

#111

Tesla P40

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150

106%

#112

GRID RTX6000-1Q

MSRP: $6299|Avg: $1500

102%

#113

Quadro RTX 8000

MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9999

102%

#114

Quadro GP100

MSRP: $7000|Avg: $1335

100%

#115

Radeon Instinct MI60

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $600

99%

#116

Radeon Pro SSG

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500

80%

#117

L40

MSRP: $31000|Avg: $8174

54%

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 Quadro GP100 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro GP100 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 74.2% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (16 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	Quadro GP100
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-74.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+74.2%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+300%)
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 $1,335 for the Quadro GP100, it costs 94% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 921.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Quadro GP100
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+921.6%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($75)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,335)

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

Quadro GP100 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and Quadro GP100

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 GP100

The Quadro GP100 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 1 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1304 MHz to 1442 MHz. It has 3584 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 235W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 13,710 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the Quadro GP100's 13,710 — the Quadro GP100 leads by 74.2%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the Quadro GP100 uses Pascal, both on 12 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 3,584 (Quadro GP100). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 10.34 TFLOPS (Quadro GP100). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1442 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Quadro GP100
G3D Mark Score	7,869	13,710+74%
Architecture	Turing	Pascal
Process Node	12 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	896	3584+300%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS	10.34 TFLOPS+247%
Boost Clock	1665 MHz+15%	1442 MHz
ROPs	32	96+200%
TMUs	56	224+300%
L1 Cache	0.88 MB	1.3 MB+48%
L2 Cache	1 MB	4 MB+300%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Quadro GP100
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 Quadro GP100 has 16 GB. The Quadro GP100 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 128 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1024 GB/s (Quadro GP100) — a 700% advantage for the Quadro GP100. Bus width: 128-bit vs 4096-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 4 MB (Quadro GP100) — the Quadro GP100 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Quadro GP100
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	16 GB+300%
Memory Type	GDDR5	HBM2
Memory Bandwidth	128 GB/s	1024 GB/s+700%
Bus Width	128-bit	4096-bit+3100%
L2 Cache	1 MB	4 MB+300%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 12 (Quadro GP100). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Quadro GP100
DirectX	12	12
Vulkan	1.4+8%	1.3
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs NVENC 4th gen (Quadro GP100). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs NVDEC 3rd gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,MPEG-2,VC-1,VP8,VP9 (Quadro GP100).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Quadro GP100
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	NVENC 4th gen
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	NVDEC 3rd gen
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9	H.264,H.265/HEVC,MPEG-2,VC-1,VP8,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the Quadro GP100's 235W — a 103.2% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 500W (Quadro GP100). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Quadro GP100
TDP	75W-68%	235W
Recommended PSU	300W-40%	500W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	229mm	267mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	70°C-13%	80°C
Perf/Watt	104.9+80%	58.3

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the Quadro GP100 launched at $7000 and now averages $1335. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 94.4% less ($1260 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 10.3 (Quadro GP100) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 918.4% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2016).