GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

The GeForce GTX 1650 is noticeably faster than the Radeon R9 380, leading by roughly 17% in our performance index.

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GeForce GTX 1650
Price
$256
Perf Index
7%
Value Score
0.027
VRAM4GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP75W
Price
Awaiting Data
Perf Index
6%
Value Score
VRAM2GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP190W

GeForce GTX 1650 vs Radeon R9 380: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce GTX 1650 vs Radeon R9 380

The GeForce GTX 1650 is noticeably faster, around 17% ahead of the Radeon R9 380. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p.

Power & Efficiency

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws just 75W versus 190W for the Radeon R9 380, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom.

VRAM & Future-Proofing

With 4GB against 2GB, the GeForce GTX 1650 has more headroom for 4K textures and memory-hungry creative/AI tasks where the Radeon R9 380's 2GB can fall short.

Generation & Longevity

The GeForce GTX 1650 is roughly 4 years newer than the Radeon R9 380, 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 Radeon R9 380 offers AMD FSR upscaling and strong rasterization value. 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 Radeon R9 380?

the GeForce GTX 1650 is the faster card by about 17%. 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 GTX 1650 better than the Radeon R9 380?

The GeForce GTX 1650 is noticeably faster, roughly 17% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1650 or the Radeon R9 380?

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.

Does the GeForce GTX 1650 have enough VRAM advantage to matter?

Its 4GB (vs 2GB) gives real headroom for 4K, heavy texture mods, and creative/AI work. At 1080p the gap matters less.