GeForce GTX 1650 vs Tesla K20c

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 Tesla K20c

#310

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

10628%

#325

Tesla K20c

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500

100%

#326

GRID M6-1Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

99%

#327

Quadro FX 380

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

99%

#328

Tesla C2050 / C2070

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30

99%

#329

FirePro M7740

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

96%

#330

Quadro FX 570

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

94%

#331

RTXA5000-24Q

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100

93%

#332

GRID P40-1Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

92%

#334

Tesla C2050

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $95

91%

#335

Tesla M10

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

91%

#336

FirePro S10000

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500

91%

#337

Quadro FX 3450

MSRP: $119|Avg: $30

90%

#338

GRID P40-24Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $200

89%

#339

Quadro 4000

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $30

88%

#340

FireStream 9250

MSRP: $999|Avg: $49

84%

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 2012). 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 Tesla K20c 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 77.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Tesla K20c.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Tesla K20c
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+77.5%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-77.5%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $500 for the Tesla K20c, it costs 85% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 1083.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1650	Tesla K20c
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1083.7%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($75)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500)

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

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and Tesla K20c

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.

Tesla K20c

The Tesla K20c is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 12 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 706 MHz. It has 2496 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,432 points. Launch price was $3,199.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the Tesla K20c's 4,432 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 77.5%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the Tesla K20c uses Kepler, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 2,496 (Tesla K20c). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 3.524 TFLOPS (Tesla K20c).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Tesla K20c
G3D Mark Score	7,869+78%	4,432
Architecture	Turing	Kepler
Process Node	12 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	896	2496+179%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.984 TFLOPS	3.524 TFLOPS+18%
ROPs	32	40+25%
TMUs	56	208+271%
L1 Cache	896 KB+331%	208 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB	1.25 MB+25%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Tesla K20c
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 1650 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Tesla K20c has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 100% 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 1.25 MB (Tesla K20c) — the Tesla K20c has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Tesla K20c
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB	1.25 MB+25%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 11_0 (Tesla K20c). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Tesla K20c
DirectX	12+9%	11_0
Max Displays	3	0

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the Tesla K20c's 225W — a 100% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 350W (Tesla K20c). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650	Tesla K20c
TDP	75W-67%	225W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	229mm	267mm
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	70°C	—
Perf/Watt	104.9+432%	19.7

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the Tesla K20c launched at $3199 and now averages $500. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 85% less ($425 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 8.9 (Tesla K20c) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 1078.7% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2012).