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GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 2080

Quick Verdict

Performance-wise the GeForce RTX 2080 is out front, dramatically faster, roughly 111% up on the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER. Value tips toward the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER, though: $90,653 JPY cheaper for what you get.

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NVIDIA GeForce
GTX 1650 SUPER
Price
Β₯75,936βœ“
Performance
9/100
VRAM
4 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+1% Boost Clock (1,725 MHz vs 1,710 MHz)
Β₯75,936EVGA GeForce GTX 1650 Super SC Ultra Game 4GB GDDR6 Dual Fan Metal Backplate 04G-P4-1357-KR
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NVIDIA GeForce
RTX 2080
Price
Β₯166,589
Performance
19/100βœ“
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6βœ“
Key Specs Advantage
+133% Bandwidth (448 GB/s vs 192 GB/s)
+130% CUDA Cores (2,944 vs 1,280)
+100% Memory Bus (256-bit vs 128-bit)
Β₯166,589MSI GAMING GeForce RTX 2080 8GB GDRR6 256γƒ“γƒƒγƒˆ HDMI/DP/USB γƒ¬γ‚€γƒˆγƒ¬γƒΌγ‚·γƒ³γ‚°γƒγƒ₯γƒΌγƒͺングをーキテクチャEKWBグラフィックスカード(RTX 2080 SEA HAWK EK X)。
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GeForce RTX 2080 vs GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 2080 vs GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER

The GeForce RTX 2080 is dramatically faster, around 111% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 2080 is comfortable at 1080p, while the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER is better matched to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce RTX 2080 packs 2,944 CUDA cores versus 1,280 on the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER.

Price & Value

Right now the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER starts at $75,936 JPY against $166,589 JPY for the GeForce RTX 2080. Despite being slower, the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER offers the better performance-per-dollar, so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER still sits about $75,777 JPY above its $159 JPY MSRP. The GeForce RTX 2080 still sits about $165,890 JPY above its $699 JPY MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

The GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER sips power at 100W next to the GeForce RTX 2080's 225W, and still leads on performance-per-watt β€” quieter, cooler, and gentler on your PSU.

VRAM & Future-Proofing

The GeForce RTX 2080'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 2080's memory is also faster β€” 448 GB/s versus 192 GB/s (256-bit vs 128-bit bus) β€” which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER or GeForce RTX 2080?

Choose the GeForce RTX 2080 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 2080 better than the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER?

The GeForce RTX 2080 is dramatically faster, roughly 111% 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 2080?

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 2080 worth the extra $90,653 JPY 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 2080 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 2080?

Choose the GeForce RTX 2080 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 2080
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1650 SUPERGeForce RTX 2080
ArchitectureTuringTuring
Process NodeTSMC 12nmTSMC 12nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)1,2802,944βœ“
Ray Tracing Coresβ€”46
Tensor / AI Coresβ€”368

Clock Speeds

Clock Speeds specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER and GeForce RTX 2080
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1650 SUPERGeForce RTX 2080
Base Clock1,530 MHzβœ“1,515 MHz
Boost Clock1,725 MHzβœ“1,710 MHz

Memory

Memory specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER and GeForce RTX 2080
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1650 SUPERGeForce RTX 2080
VRAM Capacity4 GB8 GBβœ“
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory Bus128-bit256-bitβœ“
Memory Speed12 Gbps14 Gbpsβœ“
Bandwidth192 GB/s448 GB/sβœ“

Connectivity & Power

Connectivity & Power specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER and GeForce RTX 2080
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1650 SUPERGeForce RTX 2080
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP100 Wβœ“225 W
Power Connectors1x 6-pin1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin
ReleasedNov 2019Sep 2018