NVS 310
VS
GeForce GTX 1650

NVS 310 vs GeForce GTX 1650

NVS 310

2015Core: 902 MHzBoost: 1033 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 NVS 310 is positioned at rank #305 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 NVS 310

#116
Radeon Pro SSG
MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500
91%
#290
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
8539%
#305
NVS 310
MSRP: $159|Avg: $10
100%
#306
GRID M60-2Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
100%
#308
FirePro 3D V3750
MSRP: $199|Avg: $25
99%
#309
NVS 810
MSRP: $700|Avg: $80
98%
#310
GRID P40-2Q
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $340
97%
#311
Quadro 2000D
MSRP: $599|Avg: $40
95%
#312
FirePro 3D V8800
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $30
94%
#313
Quadro K5000
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $60
92%
#314
Quadro 2000
MSRP: $599|Avg: $25
91%
#315
FirePro S7150
MSRP: $2399|Avg: $459
91%
#317
FirePro W9000
MSRP: $3999|Avg: $150
89%
#318
GRID M60-4Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120
88%
#319
FirePro V8800
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $100
88%
#320
Quadro K6000
MSRP: $5265|Avg: $300
88%
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 NVS 310 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 2761.5% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the NVS 310.

InsightNVS 310GeForce GTX 1650
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-2761.5%)
Leading raw performance (+2761.5%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+700%)
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. Although it costs $75 (vs $10), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 281.5% better value per dollar than the NVS 310.

InsightNVS 310GeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+281.5%)
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($10)
⚠️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 NVS 310 and GeForce GTX 1650

NVIDIA

NVS 310

The NVS 310 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 4 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 902 MHz to 1033 MHz. It has 512 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 68W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 275 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 NVS 310 scores 275 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 2761.5%. The NVS 310 is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 512 (NVS 310) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 1.058 TFLOPS ×2 (NVS 310) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 1033 MHz vs 1665 MHz.

FeatureNVS 310GeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score
275
7,869+2761%
Architecture
Maxwell
Turing
Process Node
28 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
512 ×2
896+75%
Compute (TFLOPS)
1.058 TFLOPS ×2
2.984 TFLOPS+182%
Boost Clock
1033 MHz
1665 MHz+61%
ROPs
16 ×2
32+100%
TMUs
32 ×2
56+75%
L1 Cache
256 KB
896 KB+250%
L2 Cache
1 MB
1 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureNVS 310GeForce 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
💾

Video Memory (VRAM)

The NVS 310 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

FeatureNVS 310GeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity
0.5 GB
4 GB+700%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
128-bit+100%
L2 Cache
1 MB
1 MB
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (NVS 310) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.

FeatureNVS 310GeForce GTX 1650
DirectX
12 (11_0)
12
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
2
3+50%
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Fermi NVENC (NVS 310) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: VP4 vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (NVS 310) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).

FeatureNVS 310GeForce GTX 1650
Encoder
Fermi NVENC
NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder
VP4
NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs
H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1
H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The NVS 310 draws 68W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 9.8% difference. The NVS 310 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (NVS 310) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 145mm vs 229mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 70°C.

FeatureNVS 310GeForce GTX 1650
TDP
68W-9%
75W
Recommended PSU
350W
300W-14%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
None
Length
145mm
229mm
Height
69mm
111mm
Slots
1-50%
2
Temp (Load)
75°C
70°C-7%
Perf/Watt
4.0
104.9+2523%
💰

Value Analysis

The NVS 310 launched at $159 MSRP and currently averages $10, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The NVS 310 costs 86.7% less ($65 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 27.5 (NVS 310) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 281.5% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2015).

FeatureNVS 310GeForce GTX 1650
MSRP
$159
$149-6%
Avg Price (30d)
$10-87%
$75
Performance per Dollar
27.5
104.9+281%
Codename
GM107
TU117
Release
November 4 2015
April 23 2019
Ranking
#826
#323