Radeon R6 M255DX
VS
GeForce GTX 1650

Radeon R6 M255DX vs GeForce GTX 1650

AMD

Radeon R6 M255DX

2014
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.

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Performance Per Dollar

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 R6 M255DX 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 1200.7% 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 R6 M255DX.

InsightRadeon R6 M255DXGeForce GTX 1650
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1200.7%)
Leading raw performance (+1200.7%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN (2012−2015))
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
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $10), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 73.4% better value per dollar than the Radeon R6 M255DX.

InsightRadeon R6 M255DXGeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+73.4%)
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($10)
⚠️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 R6 M255DX and GeForce GTX 1650

AMD

Radeon R6 M255DX

The Radeon R6 M255DX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 4 2014. It features the GCN architecture. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 605 points.

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 R6 M255DX scores 605 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 1200.7%. The Radeon R6 M255DX is built on GCN while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 896 (Radeon R6 M255DX) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650).

FeatureRadeon R6 M255DXGeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score
605
7,869+1201%
Architecture
GCN
Turing
Process Node
28 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
896
896

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRadeon R6 M255DXGeForce 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 R6 M255DX 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.

FeatureRadeon R6 M255DXGeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity
0.5 GB
4 GB+700%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
128-bit+100%
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_0 (Radeon R6 M255DX) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.

FeatureRadeon R6 M255DXGeForce GTX 1650
DirectX
12_0
12
Max Displays
0
3
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 2.0 (Radeon R6 M255DX) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: UVD 4.2 vs NVDEC 4th gen.

FeatureRadeon R6 M255DXGeForce GTX 1650
Encoder
VCE 2.0
NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder
UVD 4.2
NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs
H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9
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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R6 M255DX draws 30W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 85.7% difference. The Radeon R6 M255DX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R6 M255DX) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 1mm vs 229mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

FeatureRadeon R6 M255DXGeForce GTX 1650
TDP
30W-60%
75W
Recommended PSU
350W
300W-14%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
None
Length
1mm
229mm
Height
111mm
Slots
0-100%
2
Temp (Load)
70°C
Perf/Watt
20.2
104.9+419%
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Value Analysis

The Radeon R6 M255DX launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $10, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The Radeon R6 M255DX costs 86.7% less ($65 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 60.5 (Radeon R6 M255DX) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 73.4% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2014).

FeatureRadeon R6 M255DXGeForce GTX 1650
MSRP
$0-100%
$149
Avg Price (30d)
$10-87%
$75
Performance per Dollar
60.5
104.9+73%
Codename
TU117
Release
June 4 2014
April 23 2019
Ranking
#800
#323