GeForce GTX 1650 vs Radeon HD 8280

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 8280

#462

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

2080%

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GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1885%

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GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1880%

#469

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1710%

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Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1698%

#472

Radeon HD 8280

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

100%

#473

GeForce GTX 850A

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

98%

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Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

98%

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Radeon R7 A10-7700K

MSRP: $152|Avg: $118

97%

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Mobility Radeon HD 5730

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

97%

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Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

97%

#479

Radeon HD 6990M Crossfire

MSRP: $699|Avg: $150

96%

#480

Radeon HD 8510G + 8500M Dual

MSRP: $120|Avg: $35

95%

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Radeon R5 M330

MSRP: $120|Avg: $20

95%

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Radeon HD 8650G + 7600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

95%

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GeForce GTX 760A

MSRP: $249|Avg: $40

94%

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Radeon R9 M270X

MSRP: $250|Avg: $40

92%

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Mobility Radeon HD 5470

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

92%

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Mobility Radeon HD 5000 Serisi

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

92%

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Radeon R7 M260

MSRP: $110|Avg: $110

92%

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 2013). 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 8280 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 2914.9% 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 8280.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 8280
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2914.9%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2914.9%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / 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 $50), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 1910% better value per dollar than the Radeon HD 8280.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 8280
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1910%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)	✅More affordable ($50)

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 8280 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and Radeon HD 8280

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 8280

The Radeon HD 8280 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 1 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 725 MHz to 775 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 261 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the Radeon HD 8280's 261 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 2914.9%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the Radeon HD 8280 uses GCN 1.0, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 640 (Radeon HD 8280). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.992 TFLOPS (Radeon HD 8280). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 775 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 8280
G3D Mark Score	7,869+2915%	261
Architecture	Turing	GCN 1.0
Process Node	12 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	896+40%	640
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+201%	0.992 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1665 MHz+115%	775 MHz
ROPs	32+100%	16
TMUs	56+40%	40
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 8280
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 8280 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 0.25 MB (Radeon HD 8280) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 8280
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+300%	0.25 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the Radeon HD 8280's 50W — a 40% difference. The Radeon HD 8280 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (Radeon HD 8280). Power connectors: None vs 1x 6-pin.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon HD 8280
TDP	75W	50W-33%
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	1x 6-pin
Length	229mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	70°C	—
Perf/Watt	104.9+1917%	5.2

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the Radeon HD 8280 launched at $50 and now averages $50. The Radeon HD 8280 costs 33.3% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 5.2 (Radeon HD 8280) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 1917.3% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2013).