Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) vs GeForce GTX 650...

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)

30

3,500

+2.5%

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

Radeon RX 6850M

Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary

GeForce RTX 5060

GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST

134

3,415

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER

GeForce RTX 5060

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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) is positioned at rank #222 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower 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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)

#52

Radeon 8060S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

96%

#53

Radeon RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

93%

#212

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

465%

#214

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

422%

#215

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

421%

#219

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

383%

#220

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

380%

#222

Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)

MSRP: $150|Avg: $75

100%

#224

GeForce GT 640M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

97%

#228

GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition

MSRP: $149|Avg: $40

95%

#230

Maxwell GPU Surface Book

MSRP: $150|Avg: $75

95%

#235

Radeon RX 540

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

92%

#236

Radeon HD 6750M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60

91%

#237

Radeon HD 7570M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $15

90%

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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.5% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST.

Insight	Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)	GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2.5%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $75), it costs 33% less, resulting in a 46.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)	GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+46.4%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)	✅More affordable ($50)

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.

Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) and GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST

Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)

The Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) is manufactured by an unknown manufacturer. It was released in October 1 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 954 MHz to 993 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,500 points.

GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST

The GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 26 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 980 MHz to 1033 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 134W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,415 points. Launch price was $169.

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Graphics Performance

The Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) scores 3,500 and the GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST reaches 3,415 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 384 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)) vs 768 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST). Boost clocks: 993 MHz vs 1033 MHz.

Feature	Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)	GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST
G3D Mark Score	3,500+2%	3,415
Architecture	Maxwell	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	384	768+100%
Boost Clock	993 MHz	1033 MHz+4%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)	GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST
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)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)	GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)) vs 12 (FL 11_0) (GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)	GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12 (FL 11_0)
Vulkan	1.1	1.1
OpenGL	4.5+2%	4.4
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Decoder: NVDEC 1st Gen vs PureVideo VP5. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST).

Feature	Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)	GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST
Encoder	—	NVENC 1st gen
Decoder	NVDEC 1st Gen	PureVideo VP5
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) draws 30W versus the GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST's 134W — a 126.8% difference. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)) vs 450W (GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 97°C.

Feature	Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)	GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST
TDP	30W-78%	134W
Recommended PSU	350W-22%	450W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	1x 6-pin
Length	—	241mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	75-23%	97°C
Perf/Watt	116.7+358%	25.5

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Value Analysis

The Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST launched at $169 and now averages $50. The GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST costs 33.3% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 46.7 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)) vs 68.3 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST) — the GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST offers 46.3% better value. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).