GeForce GTX 1650 vs Radeon R4E

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 R4E

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

1490%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

1431%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

1414%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

1412%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

1409%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

1401%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

1383%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

1378%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

1366%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

1362%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

1345%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

1343%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

1318%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

1317%

#99

Radeon Ryzen 7 4700U

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

93%

#220

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

1643%

#235

Radeon R4E

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

100%

#236

Radeon HD4650

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

99%

#237

Radeon HD 4850

MSRP: $199|Avg: $199

98%

#238

Radeon R5 M240

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

97%

#239

Radeon HD 4350

MSRP: $35|Avg: $10

97%

#240

RADEON HD 6350

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

97%

#241

Radeon HD 4870

MSRP: $299|Avg: $25

95%

#244

Radeon HD 7560D

MSRP: $101|Avg: $15

92%

#246

GeForce GTS 250

MSRP: $129|Avg: $20

91%

#247

GeForce G100

MSRP: $40|Avg: $5

90%

#249

Radeon R7 M265

MSRP: $130|Avg: $30

89%

#250

Radeon HD 8250

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

87%

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 R4E 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 1515.8% 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 R4E.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R4E
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1515.8%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1515.8%)
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 330.9% better value per dollar than the Radeon R4E.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R4E
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+330.9%)	❌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.

GeForce GTX 1650 Benchmark Check

Radeon R4E Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and Radeon R4E

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 R4E

The Radeon R4E 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: 487 points. Launch price was $79.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the Radeon R4E's 487 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 1515.8%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the Radeon R4E uses GCN 4.0, both on 12 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 384 (Radeon R4E). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.9085 TFLOPS (Radeon R4E). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1124 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R4E
G3D Mark Score	7,869+1516%	487
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 R4E
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 R4E 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 R4E) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R4E
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 R4E's 50W — a 40% difference. The Radeon R4E is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (Radeon R4E). Power connectors: None vs None.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R4E
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+981%	9.7

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the Radeon R4E launched at $100 and now averages $20. The Radeon R4E costs 73.3% less ($55 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 24.4 (Radeon R4E) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 329.9% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2017).