GeForce GTX 1650 vs Radeon R9 M470

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 1650

75

7,869

+237.6%

GeForce GTX 880M SLI

GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448

GeForce GTX 960

GeForce GTX 1650 (móvel)

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

GeForce GTX 1080

GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER

GeForce RTX 3070 Ti

Radeon R9 M470

75

2,331

0.0%

Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB

About G3D Mark

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 M470

#418

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1630%

#420

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1478%

#421

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1474%

#425

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1340%

#426

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1331%

#428

Radeon R9 M470

MSRP: $350|Avg: $80

100%

#429

Radeon R9 M385X

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

100%

#431

Mobility Radeon HD 5570

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

98%

#432

Radeon R5 M430

MSRP: $99|Avg: $20

98%

#433

GeForce 810A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

98%

#434

GeForce GT 520MX

MSRP: $45|Avg: $10

97%

#435

Radeon R5 330

MSRP: $81|Avg: $45

97%

#437

Radeon HD 8450G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

96%

#438

Radeon R3

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

94%

#439

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

94%

#441

Radeon HD 8550G + 8600M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

93%

#443

Radeon R9 M360

MSRP: $300|Avg: $81

91%

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 R9 M470 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 237.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R9 M470.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R9 M470
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+237.6%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-237.6%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017))
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. Priced at $75 versus $80 for the Radeon R9 M470, it costs 6% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 260.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R9 M470
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+260.1%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($75)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($80)

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 M470 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and Radeon R9 M470

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 M470

The Radeon R9 M470 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 15 2016. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 900 MHz to 1000 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,331 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the Radeon R9 M470's 2,331 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 237.6%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the Radeon R9 M470 uses GCN 2.0, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 768 (Radeon R9 M470). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1.536 TFLOPS (Radeon R9 M470). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1000 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R9 M470
G3D Mark Score	7,869+238%	2,331
Architecture	Turing	GCN 2.0
Process Node	12 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	896+17%	768
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS+94%	1.536 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1665 MHz+67%	1000 MHz
ROPs	32+100%	16
TMUs	56+17%	48
L1 Cache	896 KB+367%	192 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	0.25 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R9 M470
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. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 0.25 MB (Radeon R9 M470) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R9 M470
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 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 R9 M470's 75W — a 0% difference. The Radeon R9 M470 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (Radeon R9 M470). Power connectors: None vs Mobile.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Radeon R9 M470
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+237%	31.1

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the Radeon R9 M470 launched at $350 and now averages $80. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 6.3% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 29.1 (Radeon R9 M470) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 260.5% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2016).