Iris Plus Graphics 650
VS
GeForce GTX 1650

Iris Plus Graphics 650 vs GeForce GTX 1650

Intel

Iris Plus Graphics 650

2017Core: 300 MHzBoost: 1150 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. 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

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 Iris Plus Graphics 650 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 424.6% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (4 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Plus Graphics 650.

InsightIris Plus Graphics 650GeForce GTX 1650
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-424.6%)
Leading raw performance (+424.6%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $15), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 4.9% better value per dollar than the Iris Plus Graphics 650.

InsightIris Plus Graphics 650GeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+4.9%)
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($15)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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 Iris Plus Graphics 650 and GeForce GTX 1650

Intel

Iris Plus Graphics 650

The Iris Plus Graphics 650 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 3 2017. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1150 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm++ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,500 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 Iris Plus Graphics 650 scores 1,500 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 424.6%. The Iris Plus Graphics 650 is built on Generation 9.5 while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 14 nm++ vs 12 nm. Shader units: 384 (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 0.8832 TFLOPS (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 1150 MHz vs 1665 MHz.

FeatureIris Plus Graphics 650GeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score
1,500
7,869+425%
Architecture
Generation 9.5
Turing
Process Node
14 nm++
12 nm
Shading Units
384
896+133%
Compute (TFLOPS)
0.8832 TFLOPS
2.984 TFLOPS+238%
Boost Clock
1150 MHz
1665 MHz+45%
ROPs
6
32+433%
TMUs
48
56+17%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureIris Plus Graphics 650GeForce GTX 1650
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Iris Plus Graphics 650 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.

FeatureIris Plus Graphics 650GeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity
Shared System RAM
4 GB
Memory Type
Shared
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
System
128 GB/s
Bus Width
System
128-bit
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 3.

FeatureIris Plus Graphics 650GeForce GTX 1650
DirectX
12 (12_1)
12
Vulkan
1.3
1.4+8%
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
3
3
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: QuickSync vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9 (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).

FeatureIris Plus Graphics 650GeForce GTX 1650
Encoder
QuickSync
NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder
QuickSync
NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs
H.264,H.265,VP9
H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9
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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Plus Graphics 650 draws 15W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 133.3% difference. The Iris Plus Graphics 650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: Integrated vs None. Card length: 0mm vs 229mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 70°C.

FeatureIris Plus Graphics 650GeForce GTX 1650
TDP
15W-80%
75W
Recommended PSU
1W-100%
300W
Power Connector
Integrated
None
Length
0mm
229mm
Height
0mm
111mm
Slots
0-100%
2
Temp (Load)
85
70°C-18%
Perf/Watt
100.0
104.9+5%
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Value Analysis

The Iris Plus Graphics 650 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The Iris Plus Graphics 650 costs 80% less ($60 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 100.0 (Iris Plus Graphics 650) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 4.9% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2017).

FeatureIris Plus Graphics 650GeForce GTX 1650
MSRP
$0-100%
$149
Avg Price (30d)
$15-80%
$75
Performance per Dollar
100.0
104.9+5%
Codename
Kaby Lake GT3e
TU117
Release
January 3 2017
April 23 2019
Ranking
#718
#323