
Radeon X1650 SE
AMD
G3D Mark
71
AVG Price
$49
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 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.
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Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Radeon X1650 SE specifications and capabilities.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon X1650 SE scores 71 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Recent generation graphics card. It is built on the RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) architecture (codename: Navi 22), manufactured on a 7 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 2560 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 160 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 64 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Boost clock reaches 2581 MHz.
| Specification | Radeon X1650 SE |
|---|---|
| G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score | 71 |
| ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation | RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) |
| CodenameInternal GPU die codename | Navi 22 |
| Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient | 7 nm |
| Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute | 2560 |
| TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling | 160 |
| ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending | 64 |
| Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load | 2581 MHz |
| Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second | 413.0 GTexel/s |
| PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation | PCIe 3.0 x4 |
| Transistor Count | 17,200 million |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #92 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon X1650 SE is equipped with 0.5 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.
| Specification | Radeon X1650 SE |
|---|---|
| VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures | 0.5 GB |
| VRAM TypeMemory technology generation | GDDR5 |
| Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth | 64-bit |
| Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate | 8 Gbps |
Advanced Features & APIs
The Radeon X1650 SE supports modern upscaling and frame generation technologies: FidelityFX Super Resolution — these can dramatically boost effective FPS by generating intermediate frames or upscaling from lower internal resolution. Graphics API support: DirectX 9.0c, OpenGL 2.1— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.
| Specification | Radeon X1650 SE |
|---|---|
| FSR Frame Generation | ❌ Not Supported |
| AMD Fluid Motion Frames | ❌ Not Supported |
| FidelityFX Super Resolution | ✅ Supported |
| DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version | 9.0c |
| OpenGLLegacy graphics API | 2.1 |
| Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink support | CrossFire |
Display & Media
Display outputs: 1x DVI, 1x VGA, 1x S-Video — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: Avivo, decoder: Avivo— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,WMV9.
| Specification | Radeon X1650 SE |
|---|---|
| DVI PortsNumber of DVI display connectors | 1x |
| VGA PortsNumber of VGA display connectors | 1x |
| S-Video PortsNumber of S-Video display connectors | 1x |
| Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors | 2 |
| Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version | Avivo |
| Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version | Avivo |
| CodecsSupported video compression formats | MPEG-2,WMV9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon X1650 SE draws 250 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: , occupying 1 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 40°C at idle, 75°C under load.
| Specification | Radeon X1650 SE |
|---|---|
| TDPPower consumption under load | 250 Watt |
| Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage | 350W |
| Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type | PCIe-powered |
| Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied | 1-slot |
| Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle | 40°C |
| Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load | 75°C |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $49 (MSRP: $0), the Radeon X1650 SE delivers 1 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #92 among all indexed GPUs.
| Specification | Radeon X1650 SE |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $0 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $49 |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #92 |
| Release Date | October 17 2023 |
| Release Year | 2023 |
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