GeForce GTX 1650 vs Radeon HD 7540D

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 7540D

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

1468%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

1411%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

1394%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

1392%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

1389%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

1381%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

1364%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

1359%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

1346%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

1343%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

1326%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

1323%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

1300%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

1299%

#98

Radeon Ryzen 7 5700U

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

100%

#99

Radeon Ryzen 7 4700U

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

92%

#215

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

1619%

#230

Radeon HD 7540D

MSRP: $67|Avg: $5

100%

#232

Radeon HD 8240

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

100%

#233

Radeon HD 6320

MSRP: $30|Avg: $5

99%

#234

Radeon R7 M360

MSRP: $120|Avg: $30

99%

#235

Radeon R4E

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

99%

#236

Radeon HD4650

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

97%

#237

Radeon HD 4850

MSRP: $199|Avg: $199

96%

#238

Radeon R5 M240

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

96%

#239

Radeon HD 4350

MSRP: $35|Avg: $10

95%

#240

RADEON HD 6350

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

95%

#241

Radeon HD 4870

MSRP: $299|Avg: $25

94%

#244

Radeon HD 7560D

MSRP: $101|Avg: $15

91%

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 2012). 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 7540D 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 2277.3% 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 7540D.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 7540D
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2277.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2277.3%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
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	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $5), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 58.5% better value per dollar than the Radeon HD 7540D.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 7540D
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+58.5%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)	✅More affordable ($5)

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 7540D Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and Radeon HD 7540D

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 7540D

The Radeon HD 7540D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 31 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1250 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 331 points. Launch price was $449.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the Radeon HD 7540D's 331 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 2277.3%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the Radeon HD 7540D uses GCN 1.0, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1,792 (Radeon HD 7540D). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 2.867 TFLOPS (Radeon HD 7540D). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1250 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 7540D
G3D Mark Score	7,869+2277%	331
Architecture	Turing	GCN 1.0
Process Node	12 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	896	1792+100%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+4%	2.867 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1665 MHz+33%	1250 MHz
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	56	112+100%
L1 Cache	896 KB+100%	448 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB+33%	0.75 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 7540D
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 7540D has 512 MB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.75 MB (Radeon HD 7540D) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 7540D
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+700%	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	128 GB/s	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB+33%	0.75 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the Radeon HD 7540D's 200W — a 90.9% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (Radeon HD 7540D). Power connectors: None vs None.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 7540D
TDP	75W-63%	200W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	None
Length	229mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	70°C	—
Perf/Watt	104.9+6071%	1.7

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the Radeon HD 7540D launched at $67 and now averages $5. The Radeon HD 7540D costs 93.3% less ($70 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 66.2 (Radeon HD 7540D) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 58.5% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2012).