
P106-100 vs GeForce GTX 1650

P106-100
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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 P106-100 is positioned at rank #43 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Great cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar P106-100
Performance Per Dollar
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 P106-100 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 18.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the P106-100.
| Insight | P106-100 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-18.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+18.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021)) | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (250mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The P106-100 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $30 versus $75 for the GeForce GTX 1650, it costs 60% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 110.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | P106-100 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+110.6%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️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 P106-100 and GeForce GTX 1650

P106-100
The P106-100 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 12 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,628 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.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the P106-100 scores 6,628 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 18.7%. The P106-100 is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 16 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 1,920 (P106-100) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 6.655 TFLOPS (P106-100) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 1733 MHz vs 1665 MHz.
| Feature | P106-100 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 6,628 | 7,869+19% |
| Architecture | Pascal | Turing |
| Process Node | 16 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 1920+114% | 896 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 6.655 TFLOPS+123% | 2.984 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1733 MHz+4% | 1665 MHz |
| ROPs | 64+100% | 32 |
| TMUs | 120+114% | 56 |
| L1 Cache | 720 KB | 896 KB+24% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+100% | 1 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | P106-100 | 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (P106-100) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the P106-100 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | P106-100 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+100% | 1 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_1 (P106-100) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.
| Feature | P106-100 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_1 | 12 |
| Max Displays | 0 | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 6th Gen (P106-100) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: NVDEC 3rd Gen vs NVDEC 4th gen.
| Feature | P106-100 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 6th Gen | NVENC 5th gen (Volta) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 3rd Gen | NVDEC 4th gen |
| Codecs | — | H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The P106-100 draws 75W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 0% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (P106-100) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 250mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | P106-100 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W | 75W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 300W-14% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | 250mm | 229mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 70°C |
| Perf/Watt | 88.4 | 104.9+19% |
Value Analysis
The P106-100 launched at $224 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The P106-100 costs 60% less ($45 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 220.9 (P106-100) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the P106-100 offers 110.6% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2017).
| Feature | P106-100 | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $224 | $149-33% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-60% | $75 |
| Performance per Dollar | 220.9+111% | 104.9 |
| Codename | GP104 | TU117 |
| Release | December 12 2017 | April 23 2019 |
| Ranking | #529 | #323 |
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