GeForce GTX 1650 vs Radeon R7 M270DX

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 R7 M270DX

#362

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1129%

#364

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1023%

#365

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1020%

#369

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

928%

#370

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

922%

#372

Radeon R7 M270DX

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

100%

#373

Radeon HD 7660G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

100%

#374

Radeon HD 6670/7670

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

99%

#375

Radeon 620

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

99%

#376

Radeon R5 435

MSRP: $80|Avg: $80

99%

#377

Radeon R9 M470X

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

96%

#379

Radeon R9 M380

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

95%

#381

Radeon HD 7640G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

94%

#384

Radeon R7 M465

MSRP: $120|Avg: $35

92%

#386

GeForce GT 640M LE

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

91%

#387

Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

90%

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 R7 M270DX 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 718% 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 R7 M270DX.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R7 M270DX
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+718%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-718%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 3.0 (2014−2019))
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 118.1% better value per dollar than the Radeon R7 M270DX.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R7 M270DX
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+118.1%)	❌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 R7 M270DX Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and Radeon R7 M270DX

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 R7 M270DX

The Radeon R7 M270DX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 11 2014. It features the GCN 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 900 MHz to 940 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 962 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the Radeon R7 M270DX's 962 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 718%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the Radeon R7 M270DX uses GCN 3.0, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 384 (Radeon R7 M270DX). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.7219 TFLOPS (Radeon R7 M270DX). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 940 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R7 M270DX
G3D Mark Score	7,869+718%	962
Architecture	Turing	GCN 3.0
Process Node	12 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	896+133%	384
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+313%	0.7219 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1665 MHz+77%	940 MHz
ROPs	32+300%	8
TMUs	56+133%	24
L1 Cache	896 KB+833%	96 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	0.25 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R7 M270DX
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 R7 M270DX 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 R7 M270DX) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R7 M270DX
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 R7 M270DX's 75W — a 0% difference. The Radeon R7 M270DX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (Radeon R7 M270DX). Power connectors: None vs Mobile.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R7 M270DX
TDP	75W	75W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	Mobile
Length	229mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	70°C	—
Perf/Watt	104.9+720%	12.8

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the Radeon R7 M270DX launched at $100 and now averages $20. The Radeon R7 M270DX costs 73.3% less ($55 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 48.1 (Radeon R7 M270DX) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 118.1% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2014).