GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
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Only verified data for GeForce GTX 1650 is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.
On raw speed the GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop comes out dramatically faster — about 43% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1650. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the cheaper option by $726 EUR.
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GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop vs GeForce GTX 1650: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop vs GeForce GTX 1650
The GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop is dramatically faster, around 43% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1650. 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 896 on the GeForce GTX 1650.
Price & Value
The GeForce GTX 1650 currently lists from $200 EUR, $726 EUR less than the GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop at $926 EUR.
Power & Efficiency
On power, the GeForce GTX 1650 is the gentler choice at 75W versus 80W. The GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 80W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU. Its more modern Ampere architecture on a Samsung 8nm process is part of why it does more with each watt.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop's memory is faster — 192 GB/s versus 128 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce GTX 1650 (Ampere vs Turing), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1650 or GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop?
The GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop is the faster card by about 43%. 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?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1650 or the GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop?
Is the GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop worth the extra $726 EUR over the GeForce GTX 1650?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1650 | GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| Process Node | TSMC 12nm | Samsung 8nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 896 | 2,048✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | — | 16 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | — | 64 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1650 | GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,485 MHz✓ | 1,237 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,665 MHz✓ | 1,500 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1650 | GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| Memory Speed | 8 Gbps | 12 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 128 GB/s | 192 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1650 | GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x8 |
| TDP | 75 W✓ | 80 W |
| Power Connectors | None | None |
| Released | Apr 2019 | May 2021 |