
Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU vs GeForce 7650 GS

Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 7650 GS
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU uses modern memory architecture. The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 7650 GS lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 7650 GS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.9% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (512 MB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU.
| Insight | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU | GeForce 7650 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce 7650 GS remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU and GeForce 7650 GS
Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU
The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 129 points.

GeForce 7650 GS
The GeForce 7650 GS is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 1 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 967 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 134 points.
Graphics Performance
The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU scores 129 and the GeForce 7650 GS reaches 134 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU | GeForce 7650 GS |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 129 | 134+4% |
| Process Node | 7 nm | 28 nm |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU | GeForce 7650 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 7650 GS has 512 MB. The GeForce 7650 GS offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU | GeForce 7650 GS |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | System | 128-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_1 (Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU) vs 9.0c (GeForce 7650 GS). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 2.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU | GeForce 7650 GS |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_1+33% | 9.0c |
| Max Displays | 0 | 2 |
Power & Dimensions
The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU draws 7W versus the GeForce 7650 GS's 30W — a 124.3% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU) vs 350W (GeForce 7650 GS). Power connectors: Integrated vs Legacy. Card length: 1mm vs 168mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU | GeForce 7650 GS |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 7W-77% | 30W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | Legacy |
| Length | 1mm | 168mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 18.4+309% | 4.5 |
Value Analysis
The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the GeForce 7650 GS launched at $150 and now averages $15. The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU costs 100+% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU) vs 8.9 (GeForce 7650 GS) — the Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU offers Infinity% better value. The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2013).
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU | GeForce 7650 GS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $15 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 8.9 |
| Codename | — | N14P-GT |
| Release | December 6 2018 | April 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #915 | #616 |
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