GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 2080
Performance-wise the GeForce RTX 2080 is out front, dramatically faster, roughly 111% up on the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER. It is also the stronger value pick here, so it's the easy recommendation if your budget allows.
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GeForce RTX 2080 vs GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 2080 vs GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER
The GeForce RTX 2080 is dramatically faster, around 111% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 2080 is comfortable at 1080p, while the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER is better matched to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce RTX 2080 packs 2,944 CUDA cores versus 1,280 on the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER.
Price & Value
Right now the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER starts at $6,429 BRL against $8,335 BRL for the GeForce RTX 2080. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce RTX 2080 wins on performance-per-dollar by about 63%. The GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER still sits about $6,270 BRL above its $159 BRL MSRP. The GeForce RTX 2080 still sits about $7,636 BRL above its $699 BRL MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
The GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER sips power at 100W next to the GeForce RTX 2080's 225W, and still leads on performance-per-watt — quieter, cooler, and gentler on your PSU.
VRAM & Future-Proofing
The GeForce RTX 2080's 8GB (vs 4GB on the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER) gives it more room for 4K textures and memory-hungry creative or AI workloads. The GeForce RTX 2080's memory is also faster — 448 GB/s versus 192 GB/s (256-bit vs 128-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER or GeForce RTX 2080?
The GeForce RTX 2080 is the all-round winner here — it's faster and the better value, so buy it if it fits your budget. Only consider the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER if you find it at a steep discount.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce RTX 2080 better than the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER or the GeForce RTX 2080?
Is the GeForce RTX 2080 worth the extra $1,906 BRL over the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER?
Does the GeForce RTX 2080 have enough VRAM advantage to matter?
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Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER | GeForce RTX 2080 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | Turing |
| Process Node | TSMC 12nm | TSMC 12nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 1,280 | 2,944✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | — | 46 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | — | 368 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER | GeForce RTX 2080 |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,530 MHz✓ | 1,515 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,725 MHz✓ | 1,710 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER | GeForce RTX 2080 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB✓ |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 128-bit | 256-bit✓ |
| Memory Speed | 12 Gbps | 14 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 192 GB/s | 448 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER | GeForce RTX 2080 |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| TDP | 100 W✓ | 225 W |
| Power Connectors | 1x 6-pin | 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin |
| Released | Nov 2019 | Sep 2018 |