GeForce GTX 1650 vs Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire

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 6970M Crossfire

#113

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

289%

#115

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

262%

#116

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

261%

#120

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

238%

#121

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

236%

#123

Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

#125

GeForce GT 550M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

100%

#131

GeForce GT 335M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25

98%

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 2011). 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 6970M Crossfire 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 39.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+39.6%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-39.6%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Terascale 2 (2009−2015))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $150 for the Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire, it costs 50% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 179.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+179.2%)	❌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.

GeForce GTX 1650 Benchmark Check

Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire

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 6970M Crossfire

The Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 6 2011. It features the Terascale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 680 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,637 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire's 5,637 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 39.6%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire uses Terascale 2, both on 12 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1,920 (Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire
G3D Mark Score	7,869+40%	5,637
Architecture	Turing	Terascale 2
Process Node	12 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	896	1920+114%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire
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)

Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Memory bandwidth: 128 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 115.2 GB/s x2 (Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire) — a 11.1% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1650. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit x2.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	128 GB/s+11%	115.2 GB/s x2
Bus Width	128-bit	256-bit x2+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 11_0 (Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire
DirectX	12+9%	11_0
Max Displays	3	0

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs UVD 3 (Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs UVD 3.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire
Encoder	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)	UVD 3
Decoder	NVDEC 4th gen	UVD 3
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9	—

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire's 50W — a 40% difference. The Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire). Power connectors: None vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 229mm vs 1mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire
TDP	75W	50W-33%
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	1x 6-pin
Length	229mm	1mm
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	70°C	—
Perf/Watt	104.9	112.7+7%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire 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 37.6 (Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 179% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2011).