GeForce 7650 GS
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GeForce 7650 GS

NVIDIA

G3D Mark

134

MSRP

$150

AVG Price

$15

April 1 2013
Kepler (2012−2018)

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.

Overview

The GeForce 7650 GS is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 1 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 967 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 134 points.

Value Upgrade Path

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MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce 7650 GS

#665
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108%
#666
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#667
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107%
#668
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107%
#669
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105%
#670
105%
#671
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105%
#672
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104%
#673
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104%
#674
Mobility Radeon HD 3470
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104%
#675
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MSRP: $350|Avg: $350
104%
#676
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103%
#677
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MSRP: $50|Avg: $50
102%
#678
Mobility Radeon X1900
MSRP: $49|Avg: $15
101%
#679
100%
#680
GeForce 7650 GS
MSRP: $150|Avg: $15
100%
#681
Radeon R5 230
MSRP: $50|Avg: $25
99%
#682
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MSRP: $60|Avg: $15
99%
#683
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98%
#684
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97%
#685
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96%
#686
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MSRP: N/A|Avg: $20
95%
#687
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MSRP: $50|Avg: $15
94%
#688
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MSRP: $30|Avg: $10
93%
#689
GeForce 8800 GS
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92%
#690
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MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
92%
#691
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92%
#692
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91%
#693
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MSRP: $80|Avg: $20
91%
#694
GeForce 8800 GTS
MSRP: $449|Avg: $50
91%
#695
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MSRP: $100|Avg: $100
89%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for GeForce 7650 GS across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GeForce 7650 GS specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce 7650 GS scores 134 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the Kepler (2012−2018) architecture (codename: N14P-GT), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 768 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels).

SpecificationGeForce 7650 GS
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score134
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationKepler (2012−2018)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameN14P-GT
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute768
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency967 MHz
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x16
Transistor Count1300 Million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#616
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce 7650 GS is equipped with 0.5 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 128-bit memory bus, delivering Unknown of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationGeForce 7650 GS
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures0.5 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generationGDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth128-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAMUnknown

Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 9.0c, Vulkan None, OpenGL 2.1— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

SpecificationGeForce 7650 GS
NVIDIA Reflex❌ Not Supported
DLSS Frame Generation❌ Not Supported
DLSS Super Resolution❌ Not Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version9.0c
VulkanCross-platform graphics APINone
OpenGLLegacy graphics API2.1
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)None
Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink supportSLI
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Display & Media

Display outputs: 2x DVI, 1x S-Video — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: No, decoder: No— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: MPEG-2.

SpecificationGeForce 7650 GS
DVI PortsNumber of DVI display connectors2x
S-Video PortsNumber of S-Video display connectors1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors2
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine versionNo
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine versionNo
CodecsSupported video compression formatsMPEG-2
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 7650 GS draws 30W under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: Legacy. Physical size: 168mm long, 111mm tall, occupying 1 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 45°C at idle, 75°C under load.

SpecificationGeForce 7650 GS
TDPPower consumption under load30W
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typeLegacy
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance168mm
Card Height111mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied1-slot
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle45°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load75°C
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $15 (MSRP: $150), the GeForce 7650 GS delivers 9 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #616 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationGeForce 7650 GS
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$150
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$15
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#616
Release DateApril 1 2013
Release Year2013

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

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Technical Specifications

11 specs

Vram0.5 GB
Core Clock967 MHz
Memory TypeGDDR5
Memory Speed8 Gbps
Shading Units768
PCIe GenerationPCIe 3.0 x16
Memory BandwidthUnknown
Memory Bus Width128-bit
Transistor Count1300 Million
Frame GenerationNVIDIA Reflex: No | DLSS Frame Generation: No | DLSS Super Resolution: No
Manufacturing Process28 nm

General Information

4 specs

CodenameN14P-GT
ArchitectureKepler (2012−2018)
Release DateApril 1 2013
Performance Ranking Position616

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