L40 vs GeForce GTX 1650

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 L40

#102

Radeon Pro Vega II Duo

MSRP: $4399|Avg: $3500

304%

#103

Radeon Pro W6800X Duo

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $4999

281%

#104

Radeon Pro W6900X

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $5000

276%

#105

Quadro RTX 6000

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1800

270%

#106

L40S

MSRP: $7500|Avg: $7500

254%

#107

Quadro P6000

MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500

247%

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

224%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

222%

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

201%

#111

Tesla P40

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150

197%

#112

GRID RTX6000-1Q

MSRP: $6299|Avg: $1500

190%

#113

Quadro RTX 8000

MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9999

190%

#114

Quadro GP100

MSRP: $7000|Avg: $1335

187%

#115

Radeon Instinct MI60

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $600

185%

#116

Radeon Pro SSG

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500

150%

#117

L40

MSRP: $31000|Avg: $8174

100%

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 L40 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 314.3% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (48 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	L40	GeForce GTX 1650
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+314.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-314.3%)
Longevity	🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 4nm)	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (48 GB)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $8,174 for the L40, it costs 99% less. While it maintains significantly lower raw performance, this results in a 2530.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	L40	GeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+2530.6%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($8,174)	✅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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of L40 and GeForce GTX 1650

L40

The L40 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 13 2022. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 735 MHz to 2490 MHz. It has 18176 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. It features 142 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 32,601 points.

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.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the L40 scores 32,601 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the L40 leads by 314.3%. The L40 is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 4 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 18,176 (L40) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 90.52 TFLOPS (L40) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 2490 MHz vs 1665 MHz.

Feature	L40	GeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score	32,601+314%	7,869
Architecture	Ada Lovelace	Turing
Process Node	4 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	18176+1929%	896
Compute (TFLOPS)	90.52 TFLOPS+2934%	2.984 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	2490 MHz+50%	1665 MHz
ROPs	192+500%	32
TMUs	568+914%	56
L1 Cache	17.8 MB+1923%	0.88 MB
L2 Cache	96 MB+9500%	1 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	L40	GeForce 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 L40 comes with 48 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 has 4 GB. The L40 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 960 GB/s (L40) vs 128 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650) — a 650% advantage for the L40. Bus width: 384-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 96 MB (L40) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the L40 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	L40	GeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity	48 GB+1100%	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	960 GB/s+650%	128 GB/s
Bus Width	384-bit+200%	128-bit
L2 Cache	96 MB+9500%	1 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (L40) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

Feature	L40	GeForce GTX 1650
DirectX	12.2+2%	12
Vulkan	1.3	1.4+8%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4+33%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th Gen (L40) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 (L40) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).

Feature	L40	GeForce GTX 1650
Encoder	NVENC 8th Gen	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder	NVDEC 5th Gen	NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs	AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The L40 draws 300W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 120% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 750W (L40) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: 16-pin vs None. Card length: 267mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 70°C.

Feature	L40	GeForce GTX 1650
TDP	300W	75W-75%
Recommended PSU	750W	300W-60%
Power Connector	16-pin	None
Length	267mm	229mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	70°C-13%
Perf/Watt	108.7+4%	104.9

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Value Analysis

The L40 launched at $31000 MSRP and currently averages $8174, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 99.1% less ($8099 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.0 (L40) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 2522.5% better value. The L40 is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2019).