Radeon HD 2350
VS
GeForce GTX 1650

Radeon HD 2350 vs GeForce GTX 1650

AMD

Radeon HD 2350

2012Boost: 1250 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 Radeon HD 2350 is positioned at rank #322 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 Radeon HD 2350

#1
GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
MSRP: $399|Avg: $280
4710%
#2
GeForce RTX 5060
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
4525%
#3
Radeon RX 5600 XT
MSRP: $279|Avg: $180
4473%
#4
Radeon RX 9060
MSRP: $249|Avg: $249
4465%
#5
GeForce RTX 5050
MSRP: $249|Avg: $249
4456%
#6
GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
MSRP: $249|Avg: $150
4431%
#7
Arc A580
MSRP: $179|Avg: $179
4375%
#8
Radeon RX 9060 XT
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
4358%
#9
Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
4318%
#10
Radeon RX 7600
MSRP: $269|Avg: $250
4306%
#11
Radeon RX 6600
MSRP: $329|Avg: $180
4255%
#12
GeForce RTX 4060
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
4245%
#13
Arc B570
MSRP: $219|Avg: $219
4169%
#14
Arc B580
MSRP: $249|Avg: $249
4166%
#307
Radeon R5 430 OEM
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13
5195%
#322
Radeon HD 2350
MSRP: $50|Avg: $48
100%
#323
Radeon HD 2400
MSRP: $79|Avg: $10
99%
#324
Radeon HD 2400 XT
MSRP: $79|Avg: $10
98%
#326
GeForce 7300 GT
MSRP: $89|Avg: $20
90%
#327
Radeon HD 3870 X2
MSRP: $449|Avg: $40
85%
#329
GeForce 7950 GT
MSRP: $299|Avg: $50
75%
#330
RADEON X550XT
MSRP: $50|Avg: $40
73%
#334
Radeon X1650 Pro
MSRP: $100|Avg: $15
55%
#336
RADEON X550
MSRP: $60|Avg: $10
55%
#337
Radeon HD 8350
MSRP: $200|Avg: $39
53%
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 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2012). 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 HD 2350 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 10119.5% higher G3D Mark score and 1500% more VRAM (4 GB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 2350.

InsightRadeon HD 2350GeForce GTX 1650
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-10119.5%)
Leading raw performance (+10119.5%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+1500%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $48), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 6440.5% better value per dollar than the Radeon HD 2350.

InsightRadeon HD 2350GeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+6440.5%)
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($48)
⚠️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 Radeon HD 2350 and GeForce GTX 1650

AMD

Radeon HD 2350

The Radeon HD 2350 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 31 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1250 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 77 points. Launch price was $449.

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 Radeon HD 2350 scores 77 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 10119.5%. The Radeon HD 2350 is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 1,792 (Radeon HD 2350) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 2.867 TFLOPS (Radeon HD 2350) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 1250 MHz vs 1665 MHz.

FeatureRadeon HD 2350GeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score
77
7,869+10119%
Architecture
GCN 1.0
Turing
Process Node
28 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
1792+100%
896
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.867 TFLOPS
2.984 TFLOPS+4%
Boost Clock
1250 MHz
1665 MHz+33%
ROPs
32
32
TMUs
112+100%
56
L1 Cache
448 KB
896 KB+100%
L2 Cache
0.75 MB
1 MB+33%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRadeon HD 2350GeForce 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
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon HD 2350 comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 1500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.75 MB (Radeon HD 2350) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureRadeon HD 2350GeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity
0.25 GB
4 GB+1500%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
Unknown
128 GB/s
Bus Width
128-bit
128-bit
L2 Cache
0.75 MB
1 MB+33%
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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon HD 2350 draws 200W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 90.9% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 2350) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs None.

FeatureRadeon HD 2350GeForce GTX 1650
TDP
200W
75W-63%
Recommended PSU
350W
300W-14%
Power Connector
1x 6-pin
None
Length
229mm
Height
111mm
Slots
2
Temp (Load)
70°C
Perf/Watt
0.4
104.9+26125%
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Value Analysis

The Radeon HD 2350 launched at $50 MSRP and currently averages $48, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The Radeon HD 2350 costs 36% less ($27 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.6 (Radeon HD 2350) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 6456.3% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2012).

FeatureRadeon HD 2350GeForce GTX 1650
MSRP
$50-66%
$149
Avg Price (30d)
$48-36%
$75
Performance per Dollar
1.6
104.9+6456%
Codename
Tahiti
TU117
Release
January 31 2012
April 23 2019
Ranking
#454
#323