
Radeon E8870PCIe vs GeForce GTX 1650

Radeon E8870PCIe
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Radeon E8870PCIe is positioned at rank #327 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower 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.
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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 Radeon E8870PCIe 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 133.6% 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 Radeon E8870PCIe.
| Insight | Radeon E8870PCIe | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-133.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+133.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $200 for the Radeon E8870PCIe, it costs 63% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 523% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon E8870PCIe | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+523%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($200) | ✅More affordable ($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.

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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Radeon E8870PCIe and GeForce GTX 1650

Radeon E8870PCIe
The Radeon E8870PCIe is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 25 2014. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 575 MHz to 625 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 37W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,368 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 Radeon E8870PCIe scores 3,368 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 133.6%. The Radeon E8870PCIe is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 640 (Radeon E8870PCIe) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 0.8 TFLOPS (Radeon E8870PCIe) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 625 MHz vs 1665 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon E8870PCIe | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,368 | 7,869+134% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Turing |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 640 | 896+40% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.8 TFLOPS | 2.984 TFLOPS+273% |
| Boost Clock | 625 MHz | 1665 MHz+166% |
| ROPs | 16 | 32+100% |
| TMUs | 40 | 56+40% |
| L1 Cache | 160 KB | 896 KB+460% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 1 MB+300% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon E8870PCIe | 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 | AMD Anti-Lag | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon E8870PCIe 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. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (Radeon E8870PCIe) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Radeon E8870PCIe | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 4 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 1 MB+300% |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon E8870PCIe draws 37W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 67.9% difference. The Radeon E8870PCIe is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon E8870PCIe) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None.
| Feature | Radeon E8870PCIe | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 37W-51% | 75W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 300W-14% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | — | 229mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 70°C |
| Perf/Watt | 91.0 | 104.9+15% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon E8870PCIe launched at $250 MSRP and currently averages $200, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 62.5% less ($125 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 16.8 (Radeon E8870PCIe) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 524.4% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2014).
| Feature | Radeon E8870PCIe | GeForce GTX 1650 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $250 | $149-40% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200 | $75-63% |
| Performance per Dollar | 16.8 | 104.9+524% |
| Codename | Venus | TU117 |
| Release | January 25 2014 | April 23 2019 |
| Ranking | #734 | #323 |
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