NVS 510
VS
GeForce GTX 1650

NVS 510 vs GeForce GTX 1650

NVS 510

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 510 is positioned at rank #321 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 510

#306
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
9783%
#321
NVS 510
MSRP: $449|Avg: $15
100%
#322
GRID M60-1Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $50
98%
#323
GRID K280Q
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50
94%
#324
FirePro M2000
MSRP: $300|Avg: $50
94%
#325
Tesla K20c
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500
92%
#326
GRID M6-1Q
MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100
91%
#327
Quadro FX 380
MSRP: $129|Avg: $15
91%
#328
Tesla C2050 / C2070
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30
91%
#329
FirePro M7740
MSRP: $500|Avg: $500
88%
#330
Quadro FX 570
MSRP: $199|Avg: $15
86%
#331
RTXA5000-24Q
MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100
85%
#332
GRID P40-1Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
85%
#334
Tesla C2050
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $95
84%
#335
Tesla M10
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500
84%
#336
FirePro S10000
MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500
83%
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 510 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 1057.2% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the NVS 510.

InsightNVS 510GeForce GTX 1650
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1057.2%)
Leading raw performance (+1057.2%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+100%)
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 $15), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 131.4% better value per dollar than the NVS 510.

InsightNVS 510GeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+131.4%)
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 NVS 510 and GeForce GTX 1650

NVIDIA

NVS 510

The NVS 510 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: 680 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 510 scores 680 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 1057.2%. The NVS 510 is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 512 (NVS 510) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 1.058 TFLOPS ×2 (NVS 510) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 1033 MHz vs 1665 MHz.

FeatureNVS 510GeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score
680
7,869+1057%
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 510GeForce 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 NVS 510 comes with 2 GB 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: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

FeatureNVS 510GeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
4 GB+100%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
128-bit+100%
L2 Cache
1 MB
1 MB
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (NVS 510) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

FeatureNVS 510GeForce GTX 1650
DirectX
12 (11_0)
12
Vulkan
1.2
1.4+17%
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
4+33%
3
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 1st Gen NVENC (NVS 510) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: 1st Gen NVDEC (VP5) vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 (NVS 510) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).

FeatureNVS 510GeForce GTX 1650
Encoder
1st Gen NVENC
NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder
1st Gen NVDEC (VP5)
NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs
H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4
H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9
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Power & Dimensions

The NVS 510 draws 68W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 9.8% difference. The NVS 510 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (NVS 510) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 160mm vs 229mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 65°C vs 70°C.

FeatureNVS 510GeForce GTX 1650
TDP
68W-9%
75W
Recommended PSU
350W
300W-14%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
None
Length
160mm
229mm
Height
69mm
111mm
Slots
1-50%
2
Temp (Load)
65°C-7%
70°C
Perf/Watt
10.0
104.9+949%
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Value Analysis

The NVS 510 launched at $449 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The NVS 510 costs 80% less ($60 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 45.3 (NVS 510) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 131.6% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2015).

FeatureNVS 510GeForce GTX 1650
MSRP
$449
$149-67%
Avg Price (30d)
$15-80%
$75
Performance per Dollar
45.3
104.9+132%
Codename
GM107
TU117
Release
November 4 2015
April 23 2019
Ranking
#826
#323