GeForce GTX 1650 vs Tesla M40 24GB
GeForce GTX 1650
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar Tesla M40 24GB
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 Tesla M40 24GB lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Tesla M40 24GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 35.2% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1650.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1650 | Tesla M40 24GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-35.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+35.2%) |
| Longevity | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| 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 $120 for the Tesla M40 24GB, it costs 38% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 18.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1650 | Tesla M40 24GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+18.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($75) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120) |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and Tesla M40 24GB
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 M40 24GB
The Tesla M40 24GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 10 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 948 MHz to 1112 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,641 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the Tesla M40 24GB's 10,641 — the Tesla M40 24GB leads by 35.2%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the Tesla M40 24GB uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 3,072 (Tesla M40 24GB). Raw compute: 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 6.832 TFLOPS (Tesla M40 24GB). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1112 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Tesla M40 24GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 7,869 | 10,641+35% |
| Architecture | Turing | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 896 | 3072+243% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.984 TFLOPS | 6.832 TFLOPS+129% |
| Boost Clock | 1665 MHz+50% | 1112 MHz |
| ROPs | 32 | 96+200% |
| TMUs | 56 | 192+243% |
| L1 Cache | 0.88 MB | 1.1 MB+25% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 3 MB+200% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Tesla M40 24GB |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 1650 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Tesla M40 24GB has 8 GB. The Tesla M40 24GB offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 3 MB (Tesla M40 24GB) — the Tesla M40 24GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Tesla M40 24GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 256-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 3 MB+200% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 12.1 (Tesla M40 24GB). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 0.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Tesla M40 24GB |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.4+27% | 1.1 |
| OpenGL | 4.6+2% | 4.5 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 0 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650) vs NVENC 4.0 (2x) (Tesla M40 24GB). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs PureVideo HD VP6. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (Tesla M40 24GB).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Tesla M40 24GB |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 5th gen (Volta) | NVENC 4.0 (2x) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 4th gen | PureVideo HD VP6 |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the Tesla M40 24GB's 250W — a 107.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 500W (Tesla M40 24GB). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Tesla M40 24GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W-70% | 250W |
| Recommended PSU | 300W-40% | 500W |
| Power Connector | None | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 229mm | 267mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 70°C-18% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 104.9+146% | 42.6 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the Tesla M40 24GB launched at $2000 and now averages $120. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 37.5% less ($45 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 88.7 (Tesla M40 24GB) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 18.3% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2015).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1650 | Tesla M40 24GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $149-93% | $2000 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $75-38% | $120 |
| Performance per Dollar | 104.9+18% | 88.7 |
| Codename | TU117 | GM200 |
| Release | April 23 2019 | November 10 2015 |
| Ranking | #323 | #253 |
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