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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.

Quick Verdict

The GeForce GTX 1650 is dramatically faster than the GeForce GTX 1050 Laptop, leading by roughly 40% in our performance index. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the cheaper option by $529 GBP.

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NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 1050 Laptop
Price
£799
Performance
5/100
VRAM
4 GB GDDR5✓
Key Specs Advantage

Comparable or lower specs

NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 1650
Price
£270✓
Performance
7/100✓
VRAM
4 GB GDDR5✓
Key Specs Advantage
+40% CUDA Cores (896 vs 640)
+14% Bandwidth (128 GB/s vs 112 GB/s)
+12% Boost Clock (1,665 MHz vs 1,493 MHz)
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GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce GTX 1050 Laptop: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce GTX 1050 Laptop

The GeForce GTX 1650 is dramatically faster, around 40% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1050 Laptop. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce GTX 1650 packs 896 CUDA cores versus 640 on the GeForce GTX 1050 Laptop.

Price & Value

Right now the GeForce GTX 1650 starts at $270 GBP against $799 GBP for the GeForce GTX 1050 Laptop. The GeForce GTX 1650 still sits about $121 GBP above its $149 GBP MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

The GeForce GTX 1050 Laptop draws just 53W versus 75W for the GeForce GTX 1650, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom.

Memory & Bandwidth

The GeForce GTX 1650's memory is faster — 128 GB/s versus 112 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Generation & Longevity

The GeForce GTX 1650 is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce GTX 1050 Laptop (Turing vs Pascal), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1050 Laptop or GeForce GTX 1650?

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the faster card by about 40%. 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 GeForce GTX 1050 Laptop?

The GeForce GTX 1650 is dramatically faster, roughly 40% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1050 Laptop or the GeForce GTX 1650?

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.

Is the GeForce GTX 1050 Laptop worth the extra $529 GBP over the GeForce GTX 1650?

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

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1050 LaptopGeForce GTX 1650
ArchitecturePascalTuring
Process NodeSamsung 14nmTSMC 12nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)640896✓
Ray Tracing Cores0—
Tensor / AI Cores0—

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1050 LaptopGeForce GTX 1650
Base Clock1,354 MHz1,485 MHz✓
Boost Clock1,493 MHz1,665 MHz✓

Memory

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1050 LaptopGeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity4 GB4 GB
Memory TypeGDDR5GDDR5
Memory Bus128-bit128-bit
Memory Speed7 Gbps8 Gbps✓
Bandwidth112 GB/s128 GB/s✓

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1050 LaptopGeForce GTX 1650
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP53 W✓75 W
Power ConnectorsNoneNone
ReleasedJan 2017Apr 2019
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