GeForce GTX 1650 vs RADEON X850 XT

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 X850 XT

#729

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

67856%

#731

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

61513%

#732

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

61350%

#736

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

55788%

#737

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

55406%

#739

RADEON X850 XT

MSRP: $499|Avg: $50

100%

#740

RADEON 9800

MSRP: $399|Avg: $399

94%

#742

RADEON 9200 SE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $15

63%

#743

RADEON 9000

MSRP: $49|Avg: $20

63%

#744

MOBILITY RADEON 7500

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

50%

#745

MOBILITY RADEON 9200

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

38%

#746

MOBILITY RADEON 9000

MSRP: $50|Avg: $5

38%

#747

GeForce4 MX 420

MSRP: $99|Avg: $10

31%

#748

RADEON 9250

MSRP: $79|Avg: $25

25%

#749

RADEON 9200

MSRP: $99|Avg: $25

25%

#750

GeForce 256

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

19%

#751

GeForce4 MX 440

MSRP: $149|Avg: $49

19%

#752

GeForce2 MX/MX 400

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

19%

#753

RADEON 7200

MSRP: $99|Avg: $45

19%

#754

GeForce2 MX

MSRP: $129|Avg: $49

13%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 9614.8% higher G3D Mark score and 1500% more VRAM (4 GB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RADEON X850 XT.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	RADEON X850 XT
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+9614.8%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-9614.8%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) (7nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+1500%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 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 6376.5% better value per dollar than the RADEON X850 XT.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	RADEON X850 XT
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+6376.5%)	❌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 X850 XT Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and RADEON X850 XT

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 X850 XT

The RADEON X850 XT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2321 MHz to 2581 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 165W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 81 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the RADEON X850 XT's 81 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 9614.8%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the RADEON X850 XT uses RDNA 2.0, both on 12 nm vs 7 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 2,560 (RADEON X850 XT). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 13.21 TFLOPS (RADEON X850 XT). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 2581 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	RADEON X850 XT
G3D Mark Score	7,869+9615%	81
Architecture	Turing	RDNA 2.0
Process Node	12 nm	7 nm
Shading Units	896	2560+186%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS	13.21 TFLOPS+343%
Boost Clock	1665 MHz	2581 MHz+55%
ROPs	32	64+100%
TMUs	56	160+186%
L1 Cache	896 KB+75%	512 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB	3 MB+200%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	RADEON X850 XT
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 X850 XT has 256 MB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 1500% 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 3 MB (RADEON X850 XT) — the RADEON X850 XT has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	RADEON X850 XT
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+1500%	0.25 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB	3 MB+200%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 9.0b (RADEON X850 XT). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	RADEON X850 XT
DirectX	12+33%	9.0b
Max Displays	3+50%	2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the RADEON X850 XT's 165W — a 75% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (RADEON X850 XT). Power connectors: None vs Legacy. Card length: 229mm vs 186mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	RADEON X850 XT
TDP	75W-55%	165W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	Legacy
Length	229mm	186mm
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	70°C	—
Perf/Watt	104.9+20880%	0.5

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the RADEON X850 XT launched at $499 and now averages $50. The RADEON X850 XT costs 33.3% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1.6 (RADEON X850 XT) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 6456.3% better value. The RADEON X850 XT is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2019).