GeForce GTX 1650 vs Radeon HD 3870 X2

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 HD 3870 X2

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

5537%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

5320%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

5258%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

5249%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

5238%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

5208%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

5143%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

5124%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

5076%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

5063%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

5002%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

4991%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

4901%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

4898%

#312

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

6107%

#327

Radeon HD 3870 X2

MSRP: $449|Avg: $40

100%

#329

GeForce 7950 GT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $50

89%

#330

RADEON X550XT

MSRP: $50|Avg: $40

85%

#334

Radeon X1650 Pro

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

65%

#336

RADEON X550

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

65%

#337

Radeon HD 8350

MSRP: $200|Avg: $39

63%

#339

Radeon X1950 GT

MSRP: $140|Avg: $49

58%

#340

GeForce 6600 GT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $50

55%

#341

RADEON X600 PRO

MSRP: $99|Avg: $10

52%

#342

Radeon X1600 Pro

MSRP: $149|Avg: $49

50%

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 Radeon HD 3870 X2 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 1240.5% 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 Radeon HD 3870 X2.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 3870 X2
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1240.5%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1240.5%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / TeraScale (2005−2013))
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	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $40), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 615% better value per dollar than the Radeon HD 3870 X2.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 3870 X2
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+615%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)	✅More affordable ($40)

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 HD 3870 X2 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and Radeon HD 3870 X2

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 HD 3870 X2

The Radeon HD 3870 X2 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 12 2008. It features the TeraScale architecture. The core clock speed is 700 MHz. It has 800 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 286W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 587 points. Launch price was $550.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the Radeon HD 3870 X2's 587 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 1240.5%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the Radeon HD 3870 X2 uses TeraScale, both on 12 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 800 (Radeon HD 3870 X2). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1.12 TFLOPS ×2 (Radeon HD 3870 X2).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 3870 X2
G3D Mark Score	7,869+1241%	587
Architecture	Turing	TeraScale
Process Node	12 nm	55 nm
Shading Units	896+12%	800 ×2
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+166%	1.12 TFLOPS ×2
ROPs	32+100%	16 ×2
TMUs	56+40%	40 ×2
L1 Cache	896 KB+460%	160 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	0.25 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 3870 X2
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 HD 3870 X2 has 512 MB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.25 MB (Radeon HD 3870 X2) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 3870 X2
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+700%	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	128 GB/s	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	0.25 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 10.1 (Radeon HD 3870 X2). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 3870 X2
DirectX	12+19%	10.1
Max Displays	3+50%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs UVD+ (Radeon HD 3870 X2). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs UVD+.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 3870 X2
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	UVD+
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	UVD+
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9	—

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the Radeon HD 3870 X2's 286W — a 116.9% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 550W (Radeon HD 3870 X2). Power connectors: None vs 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin. Card length: 229mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 3870 X2
TDP	75W-74%	286W
Recommended PSU	300W-45%	550W
Power Connector	None	1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin
Length	229mm	267mm
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	70°C	—
Perf/Watt	104.9+4895%	2.1

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the Radeon HD 3870 X2 launched at $449 and now averages $40. The Radeon HD 3870 X2 costs 46.7% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 14.7 (Radeon HD 3870 X2) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 613.6% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2008).