GPU Comparison

Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce GTX 1650 comes out dramatically faster — about 40% ahead of the Arc A310. It also wins on performance-per-dollar, making it the cleaner choice when you can afford it.

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NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 1650
Price
$256
Perf Index
7%
Value Score
0.027
VRAM4GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP75W
Price
$196
Perf Index
5%
Value Score
0.026
VRAM4GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP30W

GeForce GTX 1650 vs Arc A310: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce GTX 1650 vs Arc A310

The GeForce GTX 1650 is dramatically faster, around 40% ahead of the Arc A310. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p.

Price & Value

The Arc A310 currently lists from $196, $60 less than the GeForce GTX 1650 at $256. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce GTX 1650 wins on performance-per-dollar by about 7%. The GeForce GTX 1650 still sits about $107 above its $149 MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

At 30W against 75W, the Arc A310 is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power.

Generation & Longevity

The Arc A310 is roughly 3 years newer than the GeForce GTX 1650, so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.

Features & Ecosystem

Beyond raw numbers, the GeForce GTX 1650 brings NVIDIA DLSS upscaling/frame generation and stronger ray tracing, while the Arc A310 offers Intel XeSS upscaling and AV1 encoding. If you lean on upscaling or ray tracing, that ecosystem difference can matter as much as the frame-rate gap.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1650 or Arc A310?

the GeForce GTX 1650 is the all-round winner here — it's faster and the better value, so buy it if it fits your budget. Only consider the Arc A310 if you find it at a steep discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce GTX 1650 better than the Arc A310?

The GeForce GTX 1650 is dramatically faster, roughly 40% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1650 or the Arc A310?

Neither is a dedicated 4K card; both are best at entry-level 1080p. For 4K you'd want a faster GPU, or lean on upscaling.

Is the GeForce GTX 1650 worth the extra $60 over the Arc A310?

Often yes — despite the higher price the GeForce GTX 1650 delivers better performance-per-dollar here.