GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
Market Value Leader
Market comparison is currently pending while we verify the latest benchmarks for GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Laptop and GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop.
The GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop is significantly faster than the GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Laptop, leading by roughly 25% in our performance index. The GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop is the cheaper option by $175 CAD.
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GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop vs GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Laptop: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop vs GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Laptop
The GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop is significantly faster, around 25% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Laptop. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop packs 2,048 CUDA cores versus 1,024 on the GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Laptop.
Price & Value
Right now the GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop starts at $825 CAD against $1,000 CAD for the GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Laptop.
Power & Efficiency
The GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Laptop draws just 55W versus 80W for the GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom.
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Laptop or GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop?
The GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop is the faster card by about 25%. With live pricing limited for this pair, base your decision on the spec differences above — particularly VRAM and power draw — and check current stock before buying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop better than the GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Laptop?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Laptop or the GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop?
Is the GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Laptop worth the extra $175 CAD over the GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop?
Can the GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop or GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Laptop handle ray tracing?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Laptop | GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| Process Node | TSMC 12nm | Samsung 8nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 1,024 | 2,048✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 0 | 16✓ |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 0 | 64✓ |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Laptop | GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,350 MHz✓ | 1,237 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,485 MHz | 1,500 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Laptop | GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| Memory Speed | 12 Gbps | 12 Gbps |
| Bandwidth | 192 GB/s | 192 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Laptop | GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x8 |
| TDP | 55 W✓ | 80 W |
| Power Connectors | None | None |
| Released | Apr 2020 | May 2021 |