
GeForce GTX 1650 vs Quadro P520

GeForce GTX 1650
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Quadro P520
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar Quadro P520
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 286.9% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro P520.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1650 | Quadro P520 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+286.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-286.9%) |
| Longevity | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) | Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $150 for the Quadro P520, it costs 50% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 673.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1650 | Quadro P520 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+673.7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($75) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) |
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 Quadro P520

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 P520
The Quadro P520 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 23 2019. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1303 MHz to 1493 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 18W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,034 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the Quadro P520's 2,034 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 286.9%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the Quadro P520 uses Pascal, both on 12 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 384 (Quadro P520). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1.147 TFLOPS (Quadro P520). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1493 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Quadro P520 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 7,869+287% | 2,034 |
| Architecture | Turing | Pascal |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 896+133% | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.984 TFLOPS+160% | 1.147 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1665 MHz+12% | 1493 MHz |
| ROPs | 32+100% | 16 |
| TMUs | 56+133% | 24 |
| L1 Cache | 896 KB+522% | 144 KB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+100% | 0.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Quadro P520 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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 0.5 MB (Quadro P520) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Quadro P520 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+100% | 0.5 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the Quadro P520's 18W — a 122.6% difference. The Quadro P520 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (Quadro P520). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Quadro P520 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W | 18W-76% |
| Recommended PSU | 300W-14% | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 229mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 70°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 104.9 | 113.0+8% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the Quadro P520 launched at $150 and now averages $150. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 50% less ($75 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 13.6 (Quadro P520) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 671.3% better value.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Quadro P520 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $149 | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $75-50% | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 104.9+671% | 13.6 |
| Codename | TU117 | GP108 |
| Release | April 23 2019 | May 23 2019 |
| Ranking | #323 | #677 |
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