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GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER

Quick Verdict

Performance-wise the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is out front, dramatically faster, roughly 67% up on the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER. Value tips toward the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER, though: $624 EUR cheaper for what you get.

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VS
NVIDIA GeForce
GTX 1650 SUPER
Price
€251
Performance
9/100
VRAM
4 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+5% Boost Clock (1,725 MHz vs 1,650 MHz)
NVIDIA GeForce
RTX 2060 SUPER
Price
€875
Performance
15/100
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+133% Bandwidth (448 GB/s vs 192 GB/s)
+100% Memory Bus (256-bit vs 128-bit)
+70% CUDA Cores (2,176 vs 1,280)

GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER vs GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER vs GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER

The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is dramatically faster, around 67% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is comfortable at 1080p, while the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER is better matched to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER packs 2,176 CUDA cores versus 1,280 on the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER.

Price & Value

Right now the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER starts at $251 EUR against $875 EUR for the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER. Despite being slower, the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER offers the better performance-per-dollar (~109% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER still sits about $92 EUR above its $159 EUR MSRP. The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER still sits about $476 EUR above its $399 EUR MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

The GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER sips power at 100W next to the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER's 175W, and still leads on performance-per-watt — quieter, cooler, and gentler on your PSU.

VRAM & Future-Proofing

The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER'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 2060 SUPER'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 2060 SUPER?

Choose the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER better than the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER?

The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is dramatically faster, roughly 67% ahead. The GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER or the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER?

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

Is the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER worth the extra $624 EUR over the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER comes out ahead.

Does the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER have enough VRAM advantage to matter?

Its 8GB (vs 4GB) gives real headroom for 4K, heavy texture mods, and creative/AI work. At 1080p the gap matters less.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER or GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER?

Choose the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

Architecture & Cores specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER and GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1650 SUPERGeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
ArchitectureTuringTuring
Process NodeTSMC 12nmTSMC 12nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)1,2802,176
Ray Tracing Cores34
Tensor / AI Cores272

Clock Speeds

Clock Speeds specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER and GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1650 SUPERGeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
Base Clock1,530 MHz1,470 MHz
Boost Clock1,725 MHz1,650 MHz

Memory

Memory specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER and GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1650 SUPERGeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
VRAM Capacity4 GB8 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory Bus128-bit256-bit
Memory Speed12 Gbps14 Gbps
Bandwidth192 GB/s448 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

Connectivity & Power specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER and GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1650 SUPERGeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP100 W175 W
Power Connectors1x 6-pin1x 8-pin
ReleasedNov 2019Jul 2019