Radeon X1650 SE vs GeForce GTX 1060

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

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon X1650 SE is significantly newer (2023 vs 2016). The Radeon X1650 SE likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 14074.6% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (6 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon X1650 SE.

Insight	Radeon X1650 SE	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-14074.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+14074.6%)
Longevity	RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) (7nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+1100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $60 (vs $49), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 11476% better value per dollar than the Radeon X1650 SE.

Insight	Radeon X1650 SE	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+11476%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($49)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60)

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.

Radeon X1650 SE Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon X1650 SE and GeForce GTX 1060

Radeon X1650 SE

The Radeon X1650 SE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 17 2023. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 2581 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 71 points. Launch price was $549.

GeForce GTX 1060

The GeForce GTX 1060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,064 points. Launch price was $599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon X1650 SE scores 71 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 14074.6%. The Radeon X1650 SE is built on RDNA 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 7 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (Radeon X1650 SE) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 2581 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Radeon X1650 SE	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	71	10,064+14075%
Architecture	RDNA 2.0	Pascal
Process Node	7 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	2560	2560
Boost Clock	2581 MHz+49%	1733 MHz
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	160	160

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon X1650 SE	GeForce GTX 1060
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 X1650 SE comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	Radeon X1650 SE	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	6 GB+1100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 9.0c (Radeon X1650 SE) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). OpenGL: 2.1 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon X1650 SE	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	9.0c	12+33%
OpenGL	2.1	4.5+114%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Avivo (Radeon X1650 SE) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: Avivo vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,WMV9 (Radeon X1650 SE) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	Radeon X1650 SE	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	Avivo	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	Avivo	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	MPEG-2,WMV9	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon X1650 SE draws 250W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 32.6% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon X1650 SE) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin.

Feature	Radeon X1650 SE	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	250W	180W-28%
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	—	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	75°C	—
Perf/Watt	0.3	55.9+18533%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon X1650 SE launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The Radeon X1650 SE costs 18.3% less ($11 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.4 (Radeon X1650 SE) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 11878.6% better value. The Radeon X1650 SE is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2016).