GeForce GTX 1650 vs Radeon 820M

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 Radeon 820M

#19

Radeon RX 5600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $150

96%

#22

Radeon RX 7700

MSRP: $449|Avg: $399

92%

#52

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

203%

#54

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

184%

#55

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

183%

#59

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

167%

#60

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

165%

#62

Radeon 820M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25

100%

#65

GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

98%

#66

GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

98%

#68

GeForce GTX 850M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 267.2% 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 Radeon 820M.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon 820M
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+267.2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-267.2%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	RDNA 3+ (2024) (4nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ 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 $25), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 22.4% better value per dollar than the Radeon 820M.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon 820M
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+22.4%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)	✅More affordable ($25)

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

Radeon 820M Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and Radeon 820M

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.

Radeon 820M

The Radeon 820M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 2 2024. It features the RDNA 3+ architecture. The boost clock speed is 2900 MHz. It has 128 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,143 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the Radeon 820M's 2,143 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 267.2%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the Radeon 820M uses RDNA 3+, both on 12 nm vs 4 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 128 (Radeon 820M). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 2900 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon 820M
G3D Mark Score	7,869+267%	2,143
Architecture	Turing	RDNA 3+
Process Node	12 nm	4 nm
Shading Units	896+600%	128
Boost Clock	1665 MHz	2900 MHz+74%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon 820M
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 Radeon 820M has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon 820M
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	128 GB/s	System
Bus Width	128-bit	System

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 12 Ultimate (Radeon 820M). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon 820M
DirectX	12	12 Ultimate
Vulkan	1.4+8%	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs VCN 4.0 (Radeon 820M). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs VCN 4.0. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs H.264,H.265,AV1,VP9 (Radeon 820M).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon 820M
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	VCN 4.0
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	VCN 4.0
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9	H.264,H.265,AV1,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the Radeon 820M's 30W — a 85.7% difference. The Radeon 820M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (Radeon 820M). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 80.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon 820M
TDP	75W	30W-60%
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	229mm	0mm
Height	111mm	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	70°C-13%	80
Perf/Watt	104.9+47%	71.4

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Value Analysis

The Radeon 820M costs 66.7% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 85.7 (Radeon 820M) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 22.4% better value. The Radeon 820M is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2019).