Radeon R4
VS
GeForce GTX 1650

Radeon R4 vs GeForce GTX 1650

AMD

Radeon R4

2017Core: 1183 MHzBoost: 1124 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 R4 is positioned at rank #279 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 R4

#1
GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
MSRP: $399|Avg: $280
2097%
#2
GeForce RTX 5060
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
2014%
#3
Radeon RX 5600 XT
MSRP: $279|Avg: $180
1991%
#4
Radeon RX 9060
MSRP: $249|Avg: $249
1987%
#5
GeForce RTX 5050
MSRP: $249|Avg: $249
1983%
#6
GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
MSRP: $249|Avg: $150
1972%
#7
Arc A580
MSRP: $179|Avg: $179
1947%
#8
Radeon RX 9060 XT
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
1940%
#9
Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
1922%
#10
Radeon RX 7600
MSRP: $269|Avg: $250
1917%
#11
Radeon RX 6600
MSRP: $329|Avg: $180
1894%
#12
GeForce RTX 4060
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
1890%
#13
Arc B570
MSRP: $219|Avg: $219
1855%
#14
Arc B580
MSRP: $249|Avg: $249
1854%
#264
Radeon R5 430 OEM
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13
2312%
#279
Radeon R4
MSRP: $100|Avg: $20
100%
#281
Radeon R7 A10-8750
MSRP: $250|Avg: $30
99%
#282
Radeon HD 6410D
MSRP: $70|Avg: $70
98%
#284
Radeon HD 3850 AGP
MSRP: $130|Avg: $130
96%
#285
Radeon R9 M280X
MSRP: $250|Avg: $50
94%
#286
Radeon HD 5470
MSRP: $83|Avg: $83
93%
#287
GeForce GT 220
MSRP: $69|Avg: $49
93%
#288
Radeon R7 A10-8850
MSRP: $250|Avg: $250
89%
#290
GeForce G210
MSRP: $50|Avg: $15
86%
#291
Radeon HD 4850 X2
MSRP: $399|Avg: $40
82%
#292
Radeon HD 4330
MSRP: $50|Avg: $9
78%
#293
GeForce GTX 260
MSRP: $449|Avg: $449
77%
#294
Radeon HD 8490
MSRP: $99|Avg: $35
77%
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 Radeon R4 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 2174.3% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R4.

InsightRadeon R4GeForce GTX 1650
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-2174.3%)
Leading raw performance (+2174.3%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+700%)
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 $20), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 506.5% better value per dollar than the Radeon R4.

InsightRadeon R4GeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+506.5%)
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($20)
⚠️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 R4 and GeForce GTX 1650

AMD

Radeon R4

The Radeon R4 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 20 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1183 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 346 points. Launch price was $79.

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 R4 scores 346 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 2174.3%. The Radeon R4 is built on GCN 4.0 while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 14 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 384 (Radeon R4) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 0.9085 TFLOPS (Radeon R4) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 1124 MHz vs 1665 MHz.

FeatureRadeon R4GeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score
346
7,869+2174%
Architecture
GCN 4.0
Turing
Process Node
14 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
384
896+133%
Compute (TFLOPS)
0.9085 TFLOPS
2.984 TFLOPS+228%
Boost Clock
1124 MHz
1665 MHz+48%
ROPs
16
32+100%
TMUs
24
56+133%
L1 Cache
96 KB
896 KB+833%
L2 Cache
0.5 MB
1 MB+100%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRadeon R4GeForce 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 R4 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (Radeon R4) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureRadeon R4GeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity
0.5 GB
4 GB+700%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
128-bit+100%
L2 Cache
0.5 MB
1 MB+100%
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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R4 draws 50W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 40% difference. The Radeon R4 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R4) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: None vs None.

FeatureRadeon R4GeForce GTX 1650
TDP
50W-33%
75W
Recommended PSU
350W
300W-14%
Power Connector
None
None
Length
229mm
Height
111mm
Slots
2
Temp (Load)
70°C
Perf/Watt
6.9
104.9+1420%
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Value Analysis

The Radeon R4 launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The Radeon R4 costs 73.3% less ($55 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 17.3 (Radeon R4) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 506.4% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2017).

FeatureRadeon R4GeForce GTX 1650
MSRP
$100-33%
$149
Avg Price (30d)
$20-73%
$75
Performance per Dollar
17.3
104.9+506%
Codename
Lexa
TU117
Release
April 20 2017
April 23 2019
Ranking
#773
#323