GeForce GTX 1650 vs Radeon R9 M280X

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 R9 M280X

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

2225%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

2138%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

2113%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

2109%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

2105%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

2093%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

2067%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

2059%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

2040%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

2034%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

2010%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

2006%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

1969%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

1968%

#270

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

2454%

#285

Radeon R9 M280X

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

100%

#286

Radeon HD 5470

MSRP: $83|Avg: $83

99%

#287

GeForce GT 220

MSRP: $69|Avg: $49

99%

#288

Radeon R7 A10-8850

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

95%

#290

GeForce G210

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

91%

#291

Radeon HD 4850 X2

MSRP: $399|Avg: $40

87%

#292

Radeon HD 4330

MSRP: $50|Avg: $9

83%

#293

GeForce GTX 260

MSRP: $449|Avg: $449

82%

#294

Radeon HD 8490

MSRP: $99|Avg: $35

82%

#295

Radeon HD 8650D

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

81%

#297

Radeon HDG 4670

MSRP: $67|Avg: $15

78%

#298

Radeon HD 3870

MSRP: $219|Avg: $15

77%

#299

Radeon HD 4250

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

75%

#300

Radeon HD 6310

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

75%

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 R9 M280X 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 866.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R9 M280X.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R9 M280X
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+866.7%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-866.7%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
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 544.5% better value per dollar than the Radeon R9 M280X.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R9 M280X
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+544.5%)	❌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 R9 M280X Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and Radeon R9 M280X

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 R9 M280X

The Radeon R9 M280X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 8 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1000 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 814 points. Launch price was $299.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the Radeon R9 M280X's 814 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 866.7%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the Radeon R9 M280X uses GCN 1.0, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 2,048 (Radeon R9 M280X). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 4.096 TFLOPS (Radeon R9 M280X). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1000 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R9 M280X
G3D Mark Score	7,869+867%	814
Architecture	Turing	GCN 1.0
Process Node	12 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	896	2048+129%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS	4.096 TFLOPS+37%
Boost Clock	1665 MHz+67%	1000 MHz
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	56	128+129%
L1 Cache	896 KB+75%	512 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB+33%	0.75 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R9 M280X
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)

Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Memory bandwidth: 128 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 80 GB/s (Radeon R9 M280X) — a 60% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1650. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.75 MB (Radeon R9 M280X) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R9 M280X
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	128 GB/s+60%	80 GB/s
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 R9 M280X's 200W — a 90.9% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (Radeon R9 M280X). Power connectors: None vs Mobile.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R9 M280X
TDP	75W-63%	200W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	Mobile
Length	229mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	70°C	—
Perf/Watt	104.9+2459%	4.1

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the Radeon R9 M280X launched at $250 and now averages $50. The Radeon R9 M280X costs 33.3% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 16.3 (Radeon R9 M280X) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 543.6% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2013).