GeForce GTX 1650 vs Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz

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AMD

Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C

2020Boost: 2100 MHz

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GTX 1650

Performance Spectrum - GPU

About G3D Mark

G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, raw graphics performance, VRAM, feature set, power efficiency, pricing context, and long-term value so you can see which GPU actually makes more sense.

GeForce GTX 1650

2019

Why buy it

  • +574.9% higher PassMark G3D performance.
  • Costs $1 less on MSRP ($149 MSRP vs $150 MSRP).
  • Delivers 579.4% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 52.8 vs 7.8 G3D/$ ($149 MSRP vs $150 MSRP).
  • 100+% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (4 GB vs Unknown).
  • Less risky long-term buy than Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C: it remains the more sensible modern option while Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C is already obsolete for modern gaming.

Trade-offs

  • Limited future-proofing: older hardware, 4 GB of VRAM, and weaker feature support mean it will age faster in upcoming AAA games.
  • 400% higher power demand at 75W vs 15W.

Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C

2020

Why buy it

  • Draws 15W instead of 75W, a 60W reduction.
  • More future proof: Vega (2017−2020) on 7nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

  • Lower PassMark G3D performance (1,166 vs 7,869).
  • Less VRAM, with Unknown vs 4 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
  • Very weak future-proofing: 2020-era hardware with Unknown of VRAM is already obsolete for modern gaming and is hard to recommend today.
  • 0.7% HIGHER MSRP
    $150 MSRPvs$149 MSRP
  • Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 7.8 vs 52.8 G3D/$ ($150 MSRP vs $149 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce GTX 1650 better than Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C?
Yes. GeForce GTX 1650 is clearly the better overall GPU here. You are also looking at 7,869 vs 1,166 in G3D Mark. On top of that, GeForce GTX 1650 is a 2019 card with no meaningful modern upscaling stack, while Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C is a 2020 model from an older generation with FSR upscaling. So this is not really a tight same-tier comparison. It is more a modern card against an older, weaker alternative.
Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?
GeForce GTX 1650 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting 574.9% more raw performance headroom, more VRAM at 4 GB instead of Unknown, and the stronger feature stack with no meaningful modern upscaling stack instead of FSR upscaling. That leaves it with more room for heavier textures, tougher ray tracing loads, and higher-end 1440p or 4K gaming over the next few years.
Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?
GeForce GTX 1650 is the smarter buy today, but it is not as lopsided as a simple winner label makes it sound. GeForce GTX 1650 is about $1 cheaper on MSRP at $149 MSRP versus $150 MSRP, and you are getting 574.9% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 579.4%. Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C is the newer 2020 card, so it still has a real case if you care more about newer architecture and lower power draw (15W vs 75W) than about squeezing out the strongest gaming value today.
When does Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C make more sense than GeForce GTX 1650?
Yes. Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C is still an excellent gaming GPU in 2026: it is still fine for 1080p, but 1440p and especially 4K require more compromise. It makes more sense if your priority is newer architecture, lower power draw (15W vs 75W), and staying closer to $150 MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of GeForce GTX 1650. The trade-off is that GeForce GTX 1650 currently gives you 574.9% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 579.4%.

Games Benchmarks

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 9800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

PresetGeForce GTX 1650Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C
1080p
low94 FPS52 FPS
medium83 FPS42 FPS
high70 FPS35 FPS
ultra58 FPS26 FPS
1440p
low87 FPS39 FPS
medium74 FPS31 FPS
high60 FPS26 FPS
ultra50 FPS20 FPS
4K
low41 FPS26 FPS
medium39 FPS21 FPS
high27 FPS17 FPS
ultra24 FPS13 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

PresetGeForce GTX 1650Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C
1080p
low136 FPS52 FPS
medium113 FPS42 FPS
high94 FPS35 FPS
ultra71 FPS26 FPS
1440p
low79 FPS39 FPS
medium62 FPS31 FPS
high44 FPS26 FPS
ultra35 FPS20 FPS
4K
low36 FPS26 FPS
medium27 FPS21 FPS
high21 FPS17 FPS
ultra15 FPS13 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

PresetGeForce GTX 1650Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C
1080p
low323 FPS52 FPS
medium283 FPS42 FPS
high205 FPS35 FPS
ultra169 FPS26 FPS
1440p
low225 FPS39 FPS
medium202 FPS31 FPS
high151 FPS26 FPS
ultra117 FPS20 FPS
4K
low130 FPS26 FPS
medium117 FPS21 FPS
high79 FPS17 FPS
ultra50 FPS13 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

PresetGeForce GTX 1650Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C
1080p
low261 FPS52 FPS
medium211 FPS42 FPS
high191 FPS35 FPS
ultra166 FPS26 FPS
1440p
low201 FPS39 FPS
medium158 FPS31 FPS
high135 FPS26 FPS
ultra113 FPS20 FPS
4K
low99 FPS26 FPS
medium74 FPS21 FPS
high65 FPS17 FPS
ultra51 FPS13 FPS

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 and Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

The GeForce GTX 1650 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 23 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1485 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,869 points. Launch price was $149.

AMD

Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C

The Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 7 2020. It features the Vega architecture. The boost clock speed is 2100 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,166 points.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7,869 versus the Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C's 1,166 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 574.9%. The GeForce GTX 1650 is built on Turing while the Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C uses Vega, both on 12 nm vs 7 nm. Shader units: 896 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 512 (Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 2100 MHz.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C
G3D Mark Score
7,869+575%
1,166
Architecture
Turing
Vega
Process Node
12 nm
7 nm
Shading Units
896+75%
512
Boost Clock
1665 MHz
2100 MHz+26%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The GeForce GTX 1650 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C
Upscaling Tech
Upscaling support
FSR Upscaling / FSR 4
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
NVIDIA Reflex
AMD Anti-Lag
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 1650 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C has 0 MB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C
VRAM Capacity
4 GB
Shared System RAM
Memory Type
GDDR5
Shared
Memory Bandwidth
128 GB/s
System
Bus Width
128-bit
System
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws 75W versus the Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C's 15W — a 133.3% difference. The Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 1W (Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C). Power connectors: None vs Integrated.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C
TDP
75W
15W-80%
Recommended PSU
300W
1W-100%
Power Connector
None
Integrated
Length
229mm
Height
111mm
Slots
2
Temp (Load)
70°C
Perf/Watt
104.9+35%
77.7
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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 MSRP, while the Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C launched at $150. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 0.7% less ($1 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 52.8 (GeForce GTX 1650) vs 7.8 (Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 576.9% better value. The Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2019).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1650Radeon RX Vega 10 Ryzen 7 3700C
MSRP
$149
$150
Performance per Dollar
52.8+577%
7.8
Codename
TU117
Vega
Release
April 23 2019
January 7 2020
Ranking
#323
#545