NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 vs NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti
The GeForce GTX 980 Ti has 68% better performance than the GeForce GTX 1650 for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark.
The GeForce GTX 1650 has 160% better value for the money than the GeForce GTX 980 Ti for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark.
Summary
About the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 GPU
The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 is a desktop graphics card that launched in Q2 2019 with a MSRP of $149. It is built on the Turing GPU microarchitecture (codename TU117) and is manufactured on a 12 nm process.
Memory
The GTX 1650 has 4 GB of GDDR5 memory, with a 2,001 MHz memory clock and a 128 bit interface. This gives it a memory bandwidth of 128.1 Gb/s, which affects how fast it can transfer data to and from memory. GPU memory stores temporary data that helps the GPU with complex math and graphics operations. More memory is generally better, as not having enough can cause performance bottlenecks.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The GTX 1650 includes 896 CUDA cores, the processing units for handling parallel computing tasks. The GPU operates at a core clock speed of 1,485 MHz and can dynamically boost its clock speed up to 1,665 MHz. Complementing the processing units are 56 texture mapping units (TMUs) for efficient texture filtering and 32 render output units (ROPs) for pixel processing.
Compatibility & Power Consumption
The GTX 1650 occupies 2 PCIe expansion slots. It supports DVI, HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4a display connections. NVIDIA recommends a power supply of at least 250 W to handle the GPU's thermal design power (TDP) of 75 W.
Benchmark Performance & Value
The GTX 1650 has the 169th best 3DMark 11 Performance GPU score among the 567 benchmarked GPUs in our database. It achieves 10.60% of the performance of the best benchmarked GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090. Its 13,759 score and $149 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 92.34. This is the 34th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark.
About the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti GPU
The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti is an end-of-life desktop graphics card that released in Q2 2015 with a MSRP of $649. It is built on the Maxwell 2.0 GPU microarchitecture (codename GM200) and is manufactured on a 28 nm process.
Memory
The GTX 980 Ti has 6 GB of GDDR5 memory, with a 1,753 MHz memory clock and a 384 bit interface. This gives it a memory bandwidth of 336.6 Gb/s, which affects how fast it can transfer data to and from memory. GPU memory stores temporary data that helps the GPU with complex math and graphics operations. More memory is generally better, as not having enough can cause performance bottlenecks.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The GTX 980 Ti includes 2,816 CUDA cores, the processing units for handling parallel computing tasks. The GPU operates at a core clock speed of 1,000 MHz and can dynamically boost its clock speed up to 1,076 MHz. Complementing the processing units are 176 texture mapping units (TMUs) for efficient texture filtering and 96 render output units (ROPs) for pixel processing.
Compatibility & Power Consumption
The GTX 980 Ti occupies 2 PCIe expansion slots. It supports DVI, HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.2 display connections. NVIDIA recommends a power supply of at least 600 W to handle the GPU's thermal design power (TDP) of 250 W.
Benchmark Performance & Value
The GTX 980 Ti has the 118th best 3DMark 11 Performance GPU score among the 567 benchmarked GPUs in our database. It achieves 17.77% of the performance of the best benchmarked GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090. Its 23,057 score and $649 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 35.53. This is the 85th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark.
General Info
General overview of the GPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.
| Info | GeForce GTX 1650 | GeForce GTX 980 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | NVIDIA | NVIDIA |
| Architecture | Turing | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Market Segment | Desktop | Desktop |
| Release Date | Q2 2019 | Q2 2015 |
| Launch Price (MSRP) | $149 | $649 |
| Production Status | Active | End-of-life |
| Shop | Check Price | Check Price |
Gaming Performance
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FPS Benchmarks
This table showcases the average frame rate (FPS) achieved both GPUs in at various resolutions. Frame rate is a crucial indicator of how smoothly the GPU can run the game. A higher FPS generally translates to a smoother gameplay experience.
- Frames Per Second
God of War Ragnarök | GeForce GTX 1650 | GeForce GTX 980 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Low - 1080p | 6 FPS | -- |
| Medium - 1080p | -- | -- |
| High - 1080p | -- | -- |
| Ultra - 1080p | -- | -- |
| QHD - 1440p | -- | -- |
| 4K UHD - 2160p | -- | -- |
Compare Frames Per Second (FPS)
The average frame rate (FPS) in can be compared to similar GPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, higher FPS results in a smoother gameplay experience.
| GPU | Frames Per Second | |
|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER | 55.5 | +874% |
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 5.7 | |
Compare Cost Per Frame
The average cost per frame in can be compared to similar GPUs to assess relative value. Generally, a lower cost per frame implies better value for your money.
| GPU | Cost Per Frame | |
|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER | 2.86 | -89% |
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 26.14 | |
Benchmark Performance
The GeForce GTX 980 Ti has 68% better performance than the GeForce GTX 1650 for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark.
The GeForce GTX 1650 is ranked 169th with a score of 13,759, and the GeForce GTX 980 Ti is ranked 118th with a score of 23,057.
The GeForce GTX 1650 has 160% better value for the money than the GeForce GTX 980 Ti for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark.
The GeForce GTX 1650 is ranked 34th with a performance per dollar of 92.34, and the GeForce GTX 980 Ti is ranked 85th with a performance per dollar of 35.53.
Relative Performance
The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar GPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful GPUs tend to have higher scores.
| GPU | Benchmark Performance | |
|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1070 | 24,652 | +79% |
| Radeon RX 590 | 23,362.5 | +70% |
| GeForce GTX 980 Ti | 23,057 | +68% |
| Radeon RX 6500 XT | 22,954 | +67% |
| GeForce GTX 1660 Ti | 22,891.5 | +66% |
| GeForce GTX 780 Ti | 15,619 | +14% |
| Arc A380 | 13,892 | +1% |
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 13,759 | |
| Radeon R9 380 | 12,191 | -11% |
| Radeon R9 280X | 10,792 | -22% |
Relative Value For Money
The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar GPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.
| GPU | Performance Per Dollar | |
|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1660 | 96.18 | +4% |
| Arc A380 | 93.23 | +1% |
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 92.34 | |
| Radeon RX 590 | 83.74 | -9% |
| GeForce GTX 1050 | 78.63 | -15% |
| GeForce GTX 1080 | 48.85 | -47% |
| Radeon R9 390X | 41.83 | -55% |
| GeForce GTX 980 Ti | 35.53 | -62% |
| GeForce GTX 980 | 32.07 | -65% |
| Radeon R9 FURY | 31.95 | -65% |
Benchmark Scores
This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both GPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful GPUs tend to have higher scores.
- Popular
| Benchmark | GeForce GTX 1650 | GeForce GTX 980 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| 3DMark Time Spy Graphics | 3,525 | 5,058 (+43.49%) |
| 3DMark Time Spy Score | 3,903 | 5,026 (+28.77%) |
| 3DMark Cloud Gate Graphics | 54,198 | 98,958 (+82.59%) |
| 3DMark Fire Strike Standard Graphics | 9,460.5 | 16,961 (+79.28%) |
| 3DMark Night Raid Graphics | 44,728 | -- |
| 3DMark 11 Performance Score | 14,069 | 18,303 (+30.09%) |
| Cinebench R15 OpenGL 64 Bit | 174.5 | -- |
| PassMark G3D Mark | 7,886 | 13,729 (+74.09%) |
| PassMark G2D Mark | 565 | 842 (+49.03%) |
Technical Specs
Graphics Processor
General information about the graphics processing unit like their architecture, manufacturing process size, and transistor count. Newer GPU architectures generally bring efficiency improvements and may introduce technologies that enhance graphical capabilities.
| Spec | GeForce GTX 1650 | GeForce GTX 980 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Codename | TU117 | GM200 |
| Architecture | Turing | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Size | 12 nm | 28 nm |
| Transistors | 4,700 million | 8,000 million |
Memory Details
Memory specifications like their capacity, bandwidth, and clock speeds. GPU memory stores graphics data like frames, textures, and shadows which helps display rendered images. These specs are crucial for graphics-intense applications like gaming and 3D modeling.
| Spec | GeForce GTX 1650 | GeForce GTX 980 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Memory Size | 4 GB | 6 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 128.1 Gb/s | 336.6 Gb/s |
| Memory Clock | 2,001 MHz | 1,753 MHz |
| Memory Interface | 128 bit | 384 bit |
| L1 Cache | 64 KB | 48 KB |
| L2 Cache | 1,024 KB | 3 MB |
Board Compatibility
Compatibility information like their slot size, bus interface, power consumption, and display support. These specs are useful for verifying compatibility with your motherboard, power supply, and monitor.
| Spec | GeForce GTX 1650 | GeForce GTX 980 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Slots | 2 slots | 2 slots |
| Bus Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 75 W | 250 W |
| Suggested PSU | 250 W | 600 W |
| Power Connectors | -- | 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin |
| Outputs | DVI, HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4a | DVI, HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.2 |
Cores & Clock Speeds
Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can process graphics. Each type of core or component serves a specific computational purpose.
| Spec | GeForce GTX 1650 | GeForce GTX 980 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| CUDA Cores | 896 | 2,816 |
| Stream Multiprocessors (SM) | 14 | -- |
| Texture Mapping Units (TMU) | 56 | 176 |
| Render Output Units (ROP) | 32 | 96 |
| Core Clock Speed | 1,485 MHz | 1,000 MHz |
| Core Clock Speed (Boost) | 1,665 MHz | 1,076 MHz |
Theoretical Performance
Theoretical performance numbers derived from the raw specifications of the different components like core count and clock speeds. While these provide a glimpse into peak processing power, they do not represent real-world performance.
| Spec | GeForce GTX 1650 | GeForce GTX 980 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Pixel Fill Rate | 53.28 GPixel/s | 103.3 GPixel/s |
| Texture Fill Rate | 93.24 GTexel/s | 189.4 GTexel/s |
| FP32 Performance | 2.98 TFLOPS | 6.06 TFLOPS |
| FP64 Performance | 93.24 GFLOPS | 189.4 GFLOPS |
API Support
Graphics API versions supported by these graphics cards. APIs evolve over time, introducing new features and functionalities. Older GPUs may not support recent versions.
| Spec | GeForce GTX 1650 | GeForce GTX 980 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1) | 12 (12_1) |
| OpenCL | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Shader Model | 6.8 | 6.8 |
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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark and MSRP.