RTX A500 Embedded GPU
VS
GeForce GTX 1650

RTX A500 Embedded GPU vs GeForce GTX 1650

NVIDIA

RTX A500 Embedded GPU

2022Core: 435 MHzBoost: 1335 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 RTX A500 Embedded GPU is positioned at rank #122 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 RTX A500 Embedded GPU

#63
RTX 4500 Ada Generation
MSRP: $2250|Avg: $2000
100%
#64
RTX 4000 Ada Generation
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1547
97%
#65
RTX A4000H
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $927
95%
#66
Radeon PRO W7800
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2200
88%
#107
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
1192%
#122
RTX A500 Embedded GPU
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#124
Radeon Pro W5500X
MSRP: $599|Avg: $500
99%
#125
Quadro T2000
MSRP: $600|Avg: $75
98%
#130
FirePro D300
MSRP: $500|Avg: $20
92%
#131
Radeon Pro WX 3200
MSRP: $199|Avg: $199
90%
#132
Radeon Pro WX 5100
MSRP: $499|Avg: $120
89%
#134
Quadro P2000 (móvel)
MSRP: $500|Avg: $150
86%
#135
Quadro P3000
MSRP: $600|Avg: $80
86%
#136
Quadro P3000 (móvel)
MSRP: $600|Avg: $200
86%
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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 27% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RTX A500 Embedded GPU.

InsightRTX A500 Embedded GPUGeForce GTX 1650
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-27%)
Leading raw performance (+27%)
Longevity
🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 1650 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 RTX A500 Embedded GPU and GeForce GTX 1650

NVIDIA

RTX A500 Embedded GPU

The RTX A500 Embedded GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 30 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 435 MHz to 1335 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 20W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 16 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,197 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 RTX A500 Embedded GPU scores 6,197 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 27%. The RTX A500 Embedded GPU is built on Ampere while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 5.468 TFLOPS (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 1335 MHz vs 1665 MHz.

FeatureRTX A500 Embedded GPUGeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score
6,197
7,869+27%
Architecture
Ampere
Turing
Process Node
8 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
2048+129%
896
Compute (TFLOPS)
5.468 TFLOPS+83%
2.984 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1335 MHz
1665 MHz+25%
ROPs
32
32
TMUs
64+14%
56
L1 Cache
2 MB+127%
0.88 MB
L2 Cache
2 MB+100%
1 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRTX A500 Embedded GPUGeForce 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
NVIDIA Reflex
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the RTX A500 Embedded GPU has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureRTX A500 Embedded GPUGeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity
4 GB
4 GB
Memory Type
GDDR6
GDDR5
Bus Width
128-bit
128-bit
L2 Cache
2 MB+100%
1 MB
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_2 (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.

FeatureRTX A500 Embedded GPUGeForce GTX 1650
DirectX
12_2
12
Max Displays
0
3
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs NVDEC 4th gen.

FeatureRTX A500 Embedded GPUGeForce GTX 1650
Encoder
NVENC 7th Gen
NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder
NVDEC 5th Gen
NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs
H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9
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Power & Dimensions

The RTX A500 Embedded GPU draws 20W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 115.8% difference. The RTX A500 Embedded GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 82mm vs 229mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

FeatureRTX A500 Embedded GPUGeForce GTX 1650
TDP
20W-73%
75W
Recommended PSU
350W
300W-14%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
None
Length
82mm
229mm
Height
111mm
Slots
0-100%
2
Temp (Load)
70°C
Perf/Watt
309.9+195%
104.9
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Value Analysis

The RTX A500 Embedded GPU is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2019).

FeatureRTX A500 Embedded GPUGeForce GTX 1650
MSRP
$149
Avg Price (30d)
$75
Codename
GA107S
TU117
Release
March 30 2022
April 23 2019
Ranking
#389
#323