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 SUPER

2019

Why buy it

✅Costs $170 less on MSRP ($159 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).
✅Delivers 24% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 64.1 vs 51.7 G3D/$ ($159 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).
✅Draws 100W instead of 170W, a 70W reduction.
✅Measures 229mm instead of 242mm, a 13mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 3060 across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 4 GB vs 12 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
❌Limited future-proofing: older hardware, 4 GB of VRAM, and weaker feature support mean it will age faster in upcoming AAA games.

GeForce RTX 3060

2021

Why buy it

✅83.7% more average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅200% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (12 GB vs 4 GB).
✅More future proof: Ampere on 8nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

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106.9% HIGHER MSRP
$329 MSRPvs$159 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 51.7 vs 64.1 G3D/$ ($329 MSRP vs $159 MSRP).
❌70% higher power demand at 170W vs 100W.

GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER

2019

GeForce RTX 3060

2021

Why buy it

✅Costs $170 less on MSRP ($159 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).
✅Delivers 24% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 64.1 vs 51.7 G3D/$ ($159 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).
✅Draws 100W instead of 170W, a 70W reduction.
✅Measures 229mm instead of 242mm, a 13mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Why buy it

✅83.7% more average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅200% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (12 GB vs 4 GB).
✅More future proof: Ampere on 8nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 3060 across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 4 GB vs 12 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
❌Limited future-proofing: older hardware, 4 GB of VRAM, and weaker feature support mean it will age faster in upcoming AAA games.

Trade-offs

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106.9% HIGHER MSRP
$329 MSRPvs$159 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 51.7 vs 64.1 G3D/$ ($329 MSRP vs $159 MSRP).
❌70% higher power demand at 170W vs 100W.

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 3060 better than GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER?

Yes. GeForce RTX 3060 is clearly the better overall GPU here. GeForce RTX 3060 averages 83.7% more FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data. You are also looking at 16,995 vs 10,186 in G3D Mark. On top of that, GeForce RTX 3060 is a 2021 card with DLSS Super Resolution, while GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER is a 2019 model from an older generation with no meaningful modern upscaling stack. 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 RTX 3060 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2021 generation instead of 2019, 66.8% more raw performance headroom, more VRAM at 12 GB instead of 4 GB, and better upscaling support with DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020) instead of no meaningful modern upscaling stack. 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 RTX 3060 is about 106.9% more expensive on MSRP at $329 MSRP versus $159 MSRP, and you are getting 83.7% more estimated average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data and 66.8% higher G3D Mark. GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium. If you are comfortable paying the premium for the stronger gaming result, GeForce RTX 3060 is the one to buy. If staying closer to budget matters more, GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER still makes more sense on price alone, but the performance trade-off is much harder to justify by current standards.

Is GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER still worth buying for gaming in 2026?

Yes. GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER is still a strong gaming GPU in 2026: it is still comfortable for 1080p and decent for 1440p, though 4K is more situational. This mostly comes down to price. If you want to stay closer to $159 MSRP, it remains a strong choice; if you are comfortable paying more, GeForce RTX 3060 earns that extra money with a clearly stronger gaming result and a more complete overall package.

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.

GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 3060 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060
1080p
low	96 FPS	149 FPS
medium	85 FPS	131 FPS
high	72 FPS	118 FPS
ultra	60 FPS	99 FPS
1440p
low	90 FPS	126 FPS
medium	75 FPS	104 FPS
high	62 FPS	92 FPS
ultra	52 FPS	80 FPS
4K
low	43 FPS	67 FPS
medium	41 FPS	58 FPS
high	30 FPS	39 FPS
ultra	26 FPS	32 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060
1080p
low	200 FPS	354 FPS
medium	171 FPS	310 FPS
high	135 FPS	249 FPS
ultra	102 FPS	195 FPS
1440p
low	140 FPS	222 FPS
medium	115 FPS	196 FPS
high	94 FPS	160 FPS
ultra	76 FPS	128 FPS
4K
low	81 FPS	110 FPS
medium	68 FPS	94 FPS
high	56 FPS	77 FPS
ultra	44 FPS	60 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060
1080p
low	379 FPS	765 FPS
medium	333 FPS	612 FPS
high	246 FPS	510 FPS
ultra	205 FPS	382 FPS
1440p
low	308 FPS	535 FPS
medium	272 FPS	432 FPS
high	207 FPS	366 FPS
ultra	169 FPS	287 FPS
4K
low	187 FPS	367 FPS
medium	161 FPS	298 FPS
high	108 FPS	221 FPS
ultra	77 FPS	176 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060
1080p
low	270 FPS	523 FPS
medium	218 FPS	452 FPS
high	195 FPS	383 FPS
ultra	169 FPS	319 FPS
1440p
low	206 FPS	428 FPS
medium	163 FPS	371 FPS
high	139 FPS	298 FPS
ultra	116 FPS	245 FPS
4K
low	100 FPS	279 FPS
medium	76 FPS	259 FPS
high	67 FPS	225 FPS
ultra	52 FPS	186 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER and GeForce RTX 3060

GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER

The GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 22 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1530 MHz to 1725 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,186 points.

GeForce RTX 3060

The GeForce RTX 3060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1320 MHz to 1777 MHz. It has 3584 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 170W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 28 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,995 points. Launch price was $329.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER scores 10,186 versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 16,995 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 66.8%. The GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER is built on Turing while the GeForce RTX 3060 uses Ampere, both on 12 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER) vs 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060). Raw compute: 4.416 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER) vs 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060). Boost clocks: 1725 MHz vs 1777 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060
G3D Mark Score	10,186	16,995+67%
Architecture	Turing	Ampere
Process Node	12 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	1280	3584+180%
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.416 TFLOPS	12.74 TFLOPS+188%
Boost Clock	1725 MHz	1777 MHz+3%
ROPs	32	48+50%
TMUs	80	112+40%
L1 Cache	1.3 MB	3.5 MB+169%
L2 Cache	1 MB	3 MB+200%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The GeForce RTX 3060 supports the newer DLSS 2 Super Resolution, whereas the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER is capped at Upscaling support.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060
Upscaling Tech	Upscaling support	DLSS 2 Super Resolution
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 has 12 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 192 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER) vs 360 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060) — a 87.5% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3060. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 3060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	12 GB+200%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	192 GB/s	360 GB/s+88%
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%
L2 Cache	1 MB	3 MB+200%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060
DirectX	12.1	12 Ultimate
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 7th Gen NVENC (GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER) vs NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER) vs AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060
Encoder	7th Gen NVENC	NVENC 7th Gen
Decoder	5th Gen NVDEC	NVDEC 5th Gen
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9	AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER draws 100W versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 170W — a 51.9% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 3060). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 229mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 75.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060
TDP	100W-41%	170W
Recommended PSU	350W-36%	550W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	8-pin
Length	229mm	242mm
Height	111mm	112mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	75°C	75
Perf/Watt	101.9+2%	100.0

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER launched at $159 MSRP, while the GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329. The GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER costs 51.7% less ($170 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 64.1 (GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER) vs 51.7 (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER offers 24% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2019).