Intel Arc Pro A60
VS
GeForce GTX 1650

Intel Arc Pro A60 vs GeForce GTX 1650

Intel

Intel Arc Pro A60

2023Core: 900 MHzBoost: 2050 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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. The Intel Arc Pro A60 is positioned at rank #60 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. 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 Intel Arc Pro A60

#27
Radeon Pro 5700 XT
MSRP: $500|Avg: $280
100%
#28
Quadro P5200
MSRP: $500|Avg: $240
93%
#29
Radeon PRO W7700
MSRP: $999|Avg: $999
92%
#30
Radeon PRO W6600
MSRP: $649|Avg: $649
92%
#32
Radeon AI PRO R9700
MSRP: $1299|Avg: $1450
88%
#33
Radeon Pro Vega 64
MSRP: $599|Avg: $114
86%
#45
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
591%
#60
Intel Arc Pro A60
MSRP: $380|Avg: $380
100%
#63
T400 4GB
MSRP: $159|Avg: $99
96%
#64
Radeon Pro 5300
MSRP: $300|Avg: $150
95%
#69
Radeon Pro W5500
MSRP: $399|Avg: $300
89%
#72
Quadro P2200
MSRP: $429|Avg: $227
88%
#73
T1000
MSRP: $350|Avg: $382
87%
#74
Quadro P620
MSRP: $170|Avg: $48
87%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Intel Arc Pro A60 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 20.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1650.

InsightIntel Arc Pro A60GeForce GTX 1650
Performance
Leading raw performance (+20.6%)
Lower raw frame rates (-20.6%)
Longevity
Generation 12.7 (2022−2023) (6nm)
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
🎮 High Capacity (4 GB)
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $380 for the Intel Arc Pro A60, it costs 80% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 320% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightIntel Arc Pro A60GeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+320%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($380)
More affordable ($75)

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 Intel Arc Pro A60 and GeForce GTX 1650

Intel

Intel Arc Pro A60

The Intel Arc Pro A60 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in June 6 2023. It features the Generation 12.7 architecture. The core clock ranges from 900 MHz to 2050 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 130W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 16 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,493 points.

NVIDIA

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.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Intel Arc Pro A60 scores 9,493 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the Intel Arc Pro A60 leads by 20.6%. The Intel Arc Pro A60 is built on Generation 12.7 while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 6 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 8.397 TFLOPS (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 2050 MHz vs 1665 MHz.

FeatureIntel Arc Pro A60GeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score
9,493+21%
7,869
Architecture
Generation 12.7
Turing
Process Node
6 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
2048+129%
896
Compute (TFLOPS)
8.397 TFLOPS+181%
2.984 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
2050 MHz+23%
1665 MHz
ROPs
64+100%
32
TMUs
128+129%
56
L2 Cache
12 MB+1100%
1 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureIntel Arc Pro A60GeForce GTX 1650
Upscaling Tech
XeSS
FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation
FSR 3 (Compatible)
FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: System vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 12 MB (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the Intel Arc Pro A60 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureIntel Arc Pro A60GeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity
4 GB
4 GB
Memory Type
Shared
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
System
128 GB/s
Bus Width
System
128-bit
L2 Cache
12 MB+1100%
1 MB
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

FeatureIntel Arc Pro A60GeForce GTX 1650
DirectX
12.2+2%
12
Vulkan
1.3
1.4+8%
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
4+33%
3
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Intel Xe Media Engine (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: Intel Xe Media Engine vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).

FeatureIntel Arc Pro A60GeForce GTX 1650
Encoder
Intel Xe Media Engine
NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder
Intel Xe Media Engine
NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs
MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1
H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The Intel Arc Pro A60 draws 130W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 53.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 241mm vs 229mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 70°C.

FeatureIntel Arc Pro A60GeForce GTX 1650
TDP
130W
75W-42%
Recommended PSU
500W
300W-40%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
None
Length
241mm
229mm
Height
111mm
111mm
Slots
1-50%
2
Temp (Load)
75°C
70°C-7%
Perf/Watt
73.0
104.9+44%
💰

Value Analysis

The Intel Arc Pro A60 launched at $380 MSRP and currently averages $380, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 80.3% less ($305 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 25.0 (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 319.6% better value. The Intel Arc Pro A60 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2019).

FeatureIntel Arc Pro A60GeForce GTX 1650
MSRP
$380
$149-61%
Avg Price (30d)
$380
$75-80%
Performance per Dollar
25.0
104.9+320%
Codename
DG2-256
TU117
Release
June 6 2023
April 23 2019
Ranking
#275
#323