GeForce GTX 1650 vs Radeon R4

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 R4

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

2097%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

2014%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

1991%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

1987%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

1983%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

1972%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

1947%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

1940%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

1922%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

1917%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

1894%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

1890%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

1855%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

1854%

#264

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

2312%

#279

Radeon R4

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

100%

#281

Radeon R7 A10-8750

MSRP: $250|Avg: $30

99%

#282

Radeon HD 6410D

MSRP: $70|Avg: $70

98%

#284

Radeon HD 3850 AGP

MSRP: $130|Avg: $130

96%

#285

Radeon R9 M280X

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

94%

#286

Radeon HD 5470

MSRP: $83|Avg: $83

93%

#287

GeForce GT 220

MSRP: $69|Avg: $49

93%

#288

Radeon R7 A10-8850

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

89%

#290

GeForce G210

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

86%

#291

Radeon HD 4850 X2

MSRP: $399|Avg: $40

82%

#292

Radeon HD 4330

MSRP: $50|Avg: $9

78%

#293

GeForce GTX 260

MSRP: $449|Avg: $449

77%

#294

Radeon HD 8490

MSRP: $99|Avg: $35

77%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1650 uses modern memory architecture. 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 R4 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 2174.3% 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 R4.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R4
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2174.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2174.3%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
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 $20), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 506.5% better value per dollar than the Radeon R4.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R4
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+506.5%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)	✅More affordable ($20)

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and Radeon R4

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 R4

The Radeon R4 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 20 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1183 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 346 points. Launch price was $79.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the Radeon R4's 346 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 2174.3%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the Radeon R4 uses GCN 4.0, both on 12 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 384 (Radeon R4). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.9085 TFLOPS (Radeon R4). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1124 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R4
G3D Mark Score	7,869+2174%	346
Architecture	Turing	GCN 4.0
Process Node	12 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	896+133%	384
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+228%	0.9085 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1665 MHz+48%	1124 MHz
ROPs	32+100%	16
TMUs	56+133%	24
L1 Cache	896 KB+833%	96 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R4
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 R4 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 0.5 MB (Radeon R4) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R4
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+700%	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	0.5 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the Radeon R4's 50W — a 40% difference. The Radeon R4 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (Radeon R4). Power connectors: None vs None.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R4
TDP	75W	50W-33%
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	None
Length	229mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	70°C	—
Perf/Watt	104.9+1420%	6.9

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the Radeon R4 launched at $100 and now averages $20. The Radeon R4 costs 73.3% less ($55 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 17.3 (Radeon R4) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 506.4% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2017).