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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£180
  • Avg. price in US: ~$150
  • VRAM: 4 GB
  • Memory bus width: 128 bit
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP): 75 W

ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC review. Compare 118 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among graphics cards and if it is worth buying.

4.5

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the graphics card's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best graphics cards on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

4.0

Technical Score

10.0%

9.5

User score

Poor
4.0

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

2.9

Performance

24.0%

1.7

Memory

12.0%

7.8

Power & Cooling

11.0%

6.4

Platform & Features

5.0%

8.9

Design

4.0%

5.7

Connectivity & Media

Poor
9.5

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

9.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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  • 3.2
    Gaming

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.1

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    1.6

    VRAM

    20.0%

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    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 4.3
    Video editing

    Score components:

    35.0%

    7.0

    AV1 encode

    30.0%

    1.6

    VRAM

    20.0%

    1.1

    Floating-point performance

    15.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 2.6
    1080p

    Score components:

    55.0%

    1.1

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    1.6

    VRAM

    10.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 2.6
    1440p

    Score components:

    50.0%

    1.1

    Floating-point performance

    30.0%

    1.6

    VRAM

    15.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 3.0
    4K

    Score components:

    40.0%

    1.1

    Floating-point performance

    35.0%

    1.6

    VRAM

    20.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

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Verdict

The Zotac GeForce GTX 1650 OC is an entry-level graphics card based on the 12nm Turing architecture, featuring 896 CUDA cores and 4GB of GDDR5 memory on a 128-bit bus. Designed for compact efficiency, this super-compact card measures just 151mm in length and utilizes a 75W TDP that draws all its power directly from the PCIe slot, eliminating the need for external power connectors. It offers a factory-overclocked boost clock of 1725MHz and includes a single 90mm fan cooling system with a 'sunflower' heatsink for efficient thermal management. Main pros include its highly energy-efficient design, ease of installation in small form factor (SFF) builds, and solid 1080p performance for eSports titles. However, notable cons include its struggle with modern AAA games at high settings, lack of real-time ray tracing or DLSS support, and loud fan noise under heavy loads.

Technical Specifications of ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

2.9

Performance

24.0%

1.7

Memory

12.0%

7.8

Power & Cooling

11.0%

6.4

Platform & Features

5.0%

8.9

Design

4.0%

5.7

Connectivity & Media

4.0
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a technical score of 3.97 points, which is lower than that of 89.9% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

9.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
Amazon
4.6
(2785)
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4.5
(980)
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4.5
(476)
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9.5
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a user score of 9.46 points, which is higher than that of 94% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you prefer a graphics card that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
10
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 77.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

4.5

Overall score

40.0%

9.6

Price

6.0
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a quality-to-price ratio of 6 points, which is lower than 82% of products in this category.
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Time Spy, a synthetic DirectX 12 test often used as a quick gaming-performance reference.
When it matters: When you need a fast rough performance sort before digging into game-specific reviews and frame-rate data.

Importance: LOW

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3DMark Port Royal score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Port Royal, a synthetic test focused on ray tracing performance.
When it matters: When ray tracing matters in the games you actually play and you want one quick way to separate stronger and weaker RT cards.

Importance: LOW

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PassMark (G3D) result
What it is: Overall GPU performance score in PassMark G3D benchmark
When it matters: When you need one broad score to sort cards into rough performance tiers.

Importance: LOW

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PassMark (DirectCompute) result
What it is: PassMark score for DirectCompute performance tests
When it matters: When compute workloads matter alongside gaming performance.

Importance: LOW

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Floating-point performance
What it is: Theoretical floating-point compute performance of the GPU.
When it matters: When rendering, AI, or heavy compute work needs strong single-precision throughput.

Importance: LOW

3.037 TFLOPS
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC delivers 3.037 TFLOPS floating-point performance, which is lower than that of 93.9% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.1% of graphics cards.
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VRAM
What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card
When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

Importance: HIGH

4 GB
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has 4 GB of VRAM, which is less than 88% of graphics cards and equal to 6% of graphics cards.
Memory type
What it is: Type of graphics memory used (GDDR6, HBM2e, etc.)
When it matters: When memory technology is part of the buying decision because it affects bandwidth class, power use, and product positioning.

Importance: LOW

GDDR5
GDDR version
What it is: Generation of GDDR memory used by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you want to separate older memory generations from newer ones before comparing bandwidth, power behavior, and market tier.

Importance: LOW

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Memory bus width
What it is: Width of the memory interface bus in bits
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance at higher resolutions, heavier texture settings, or ray-traced workloads that stress memory traffic.

Importance: HIGH

128 bit
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC uses a 128 bit memory bus, which is narrower than that of 69.8% of graphics cards and equal to that of 26.1% of graphics cards.
Maximum memory bandwidth
What it is: Maximum data transfer rate between GPU and its memory
When it matters: When 4K gaming, ray tracing, or creator work can choke a slower memory subsystem.

Importance: HIGH

128.1 GB/s
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC reaches 128.1 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is lower than that of 92.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.1% of graphics cards.
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PCI Express (PCIe) version
What it is: Version of PCI Express interface supported
When it matters: When you are pairing the card with an older motherboard and want to avoid leaving bandwidth or future compatibility on the table.

Importance: LOW

3.0
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC supports PCIe 3.0, which is older than on 77.6% of graphics cards and equal to 20.3% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
What it is: Number of PCI Express lanes used for communication
When it matters: When limited lane width could bottleneck the card in some systems.

Importance: LOW

x16
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC uses x16 PCIe lanes, which is more than 31.5% of graphics cards and equal to 68.6% of graphics cards.
DirectX version
What it is: Highest supported DirectX API version
When it matters: When you play newer Windows games that depend on the latest graphics features.

Importance: LOW

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Vulkan version
What it is: Highest supported Vulkan API version
When it matters: When modern games, emulators, or creative apps lean on Vulkan support.

Importance: LOW

1.4
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC supports Vulkan 1.4, which is more advanced than on 26.6% of graphics cards and equal to 73.4% of graphics cards.
OpenGL version
What it is: Highest supported OpenGL API version
When it matters: When older games or pro apps still depend on OpenGL compatibility.

Importance: LOW

4.6
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC supports OpenGL 4.6, which is more advanced than on 4.8% of graphics cards and equal to 95.2% of graphics cards.
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Max displays supported
What it is: Total number of external displays supported simultaneously
When it matters: When you run a multi-monitor desk for sim racing, trading, or editing.

Importance: LOW

3
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC supports up to 3 displays, which is fewer than 92.3% of graphics cards and equal to 5.8% of graphics cards.
Max digital resolution
What it is: Maximum supported digital display resolution
When it matters: When you plan to drive 4K or 8K panels at their native resolution.

Importance: LOW

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DisplayPort outputs
What it is: Number of DisplayPort video outputs
When it matters: When your setup needs several high-refresh monitors without adapters.

Importance: LOW

1
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC offers 1 DisplayPort outputs, which is fewer than 89.5% of graphics cards and equal to 8.6% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
What it is: Version of DisplayPort standard supported
When it matters: When your monitor setup depends on newer DisplayPort features for higher refresh rates, higher resolution, or better cable flexibility.

Importance: LOW

1.4
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC supports DisplayPort 1.4, which is older than on 77.3% of graphics cards and equal to 16.2% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort link rates
What it is: Supported data link rates for DisplayPort connections
When it matters: When you are pushing high resolution and refresh rate over DisplayPort.

Importance: LOW

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Thermal Design Power (TDP)
What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)
When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.

Importance: MEDIUM

75 W
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a TDP of 75 W, which is lower than that of 90.9% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2.7% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
What it is: Peak power draw of the graphics card under maximum load.
When it matters: When transient-heavy gaming loads could stress your power supply.

Importance: LOW

75 W
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC draws 75 W under peak load, which is lower than 91.1% of graphics cards and equal to 2.5% of graphics cards.
Recommended PSU wattage
What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply
When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.

Importance: LOW

300 W
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC recommends a 300 W PSU, which is lower than that of 95.3% of graphics cards and equal to that of 4.2% of graphics cards.
Board power limit
What it is: Maximum configurable power limit for the GPU board
When it matters: When you care about how far the card can be pushed through tuning or factory power settings.

Importance: LOW

75 W
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a board power limit of 75 W, which is lower than that of 91.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2.7% of graphics cards.
PCIe power spec
What it is: PCIe power delivery specification followed
When it matters: When you are checking whether the slot and external cables match the card's intended power-delivery standard.

Importance: LOW

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Size
What it is: Physical size of the GPU card
When it matters: When you need the card to fit a compact case without blocking nearby hardware.

Importance: LOW

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Length
What it is: Physical length of the GPU card
When it matters: When front radiators or drive cages leave only limited GPU clearance.

Importance: LOW

151 mm
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC is 151 mm long, which is shorter than 98.5% of graphics cards and equal in length to 0.1% of graphics cards.
Height
What it is: Physical height of the GPU card
When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.

Importance: LOW

111.15 mm
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC is 111.15 mm tall, which is shorter than 88.1% of graphics cards and equal in height to 1.4% of graphics cards.
Slot width
What it is: Number of PCIe slots occupied by the card
When it matters: When you need room for another PCIe card or better airflow under the GPU.

Importance: LOW

2 slot/s
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC occupies 2 slot/s, which is slimmer than 49.2% of graphics cards and equal in width to 47.3% of graphics cards.
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the graphics card
When it matters: When sag, bracket support, or shipping stress matters in your build.

Importance: LOW

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ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC vs the average graphics card

  • 65.1% lower TDP
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (75 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)
    When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (75 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.75 W vs 215 W
  • 53.8% lower PSU requirement
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (300 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply
    When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.

    Importance: LOW

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (300 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.300 W vs 650 W
  • 134.37 mm shorter card length
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC is shorter than the average graphics card (151 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.
    What it is: Physical length of the GPU card
    When it matters: When front radiators or drive cages leave only limited GPU clearance.

    Importance: LOW

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC is shorter than the average graphics card (151 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.151 mm vs 285.37 mm
  • 15.85 mm lower card height
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC is shorter than the average graphics card (111.2 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.
    What it is: Physical height of the GPU card
    When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.

    Importance: LOW

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC is shorter than the average graphics card (111.2 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.111.15 mm vs 127 mm
  • 65.9% lower board power limit
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (75 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
    What it is: Maximum configurable power limit for the GPU board
    When it matters: When you care about how far the card can be pushed through tuning or factory power settings.

    Importance: LOW

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (75 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.75 W vs 220 W
  • 14.3% faster VRAM clock
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (2,000 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
    What it is: Speed at which the GPU memory operates
    When it matters: When you want more context on how quickly the card's VRAM can move data.

    Importance: LOW

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (2,000 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.2000 MHz vs 1750 MHz
  • 1 more DVI outputs
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
    What it is: Number of DVI display outputs available
    When it matters: When you still use an older monitor that depends on DVI.

    Importance: LOW

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.1 vs 0
  • 18.2% higher user score
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a higher user score than the average graphics card (9.46 vs 8.000).
    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.
    When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a higher user score than the average graphics card (9.46 vs 8.000).9.46 vs 8
  • 14.3% faster VRAM clock
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (2,000 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
  • Newer shader model
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC supports a newer shader model than the average graphics card (6.9 vs 6.8).
  • 1 more DVI outputs
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
  • 65.1% lower TDP
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (75 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
  • 53.8% lower PSU requirement
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (300 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
  • 65.9% lower board power limit
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (75 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
  • 10 °C lower load temperature
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower load temperature than the average graphics card (57 °C vs 67 °C). The average graphics card has a load temperature of 67 °C.
  • 65.9% lower peak power draw
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower peak power draw than the average graphics card (75 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a peak power draw of 220 W.
  • 134.37 mm shorter card length
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC is shorter than the average graphics card (151 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.
  • 15.85 mm lower card height
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC is shorter than the average graphics card (111.2 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.

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Overall
Memory
Platform & Features
Connectivity & Media
Power & Cooling
Design
  • 32.2% lower boost clock speed
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,695 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
  • 26 fewer compute units
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (14 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
  • 128 fewer TMUs
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (56 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
  • 74.8% lower texture rate
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (94.9 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
  • 67.2% lower pixel rate
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (54.2 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
  • 32 fewer ROPs
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has fewer ROPs than the average graphics card (32 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
  • 22.7% lower base clock speed
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,485 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
  • 86.9% lower compute throughput
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower compute throughput than the average graphics card (3 TFLOPS vs 23.105 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has compute throughput of 23.105 TFLOPS.
  • 79.6% lower FP64 performance
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower FP64 performance than the average graphics card (0.1 TFLOPS vs 0.4651 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP64 performance of 0.4651 TFLOPS.
  • 3,456 fewer FP32 units
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has fewer FP32 units than the average graphics card (896 vs 4,352). The average graphics card has 4,352 FP32 units.
  • 128 bit narrower memory bus
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a narrower memory bus than the average graphics card (128 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.
  • 8 GB less VRAM
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (4 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
  • 71.4% lower memory bandwidth
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (128.1 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
  • 57.9% slower memory speed
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (8,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
  • 50% smaller L1 cache
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has fewer L1 cache than the average graphics card (64 vs 128). The average graphics card has 128 L1 cache.
  • 2.4x larger process node
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a higher process node than the average graphics card (12 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
  • Older PCIe version
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (3 vs 4.0).
  • 4 older
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC was released earlier than the average graphics card (2,019 vs 2,023).
  • Lower VRS tier
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC supports a lower VRS tier than the average graphics card (Tier 1 vs Tier 2).
  • No sampler feedback
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC does not support sampler feedback, the average graphics card does.
  • 78.5% fewer transistors
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has fewer transistors than the average graphics card (4,700 million vs 21,900 million). The average graphics card has 21,900 million transistors.
  • 2 fewer DisplayPort outputs
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has fewer DisplayPort outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 3). The average graphics card has 3 DisplayPort outputs.
  • No AV1 encoding
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
  • 1 fewer displays supported
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC supports fewer displays than the average graphics card (3 vs 4). The average graphics card supports 4 displays.
  • No AV1 decoding
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC does not support AV1 decoding, the average graphics card does.
  • Older DisplayPort version
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC supports an older DisplayPort version than the average graphics card (1.4 vs 1.4a).
  • Older HDMI version
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.0b vs 2.1).
  • Older HDCP version
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC supports an older HDCP version than the average graphics card (2.2 vs 2.3).
  • Not VR ready
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC is not VR ready, while the average graphics card is.
  • 1 fewer monitors per output type
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC supports fewer monitors per output type than the average graphics card (3 vs 4). The average graphics card supports 4 monitors per output type.
  • Older NVDEC generation
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower NVDEC generation than the average graphics card (4 vs 6). The average graphics card offers NVDEC generation 6.
  • 2 fewer fans
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has fewer fans than the average graphics card (1 vs 3).
  • No fan stop
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC does not support fan stop, the average graphics card does.
  • No backplate
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC does not include a backplate, the average graphics card does.
  • No RGB lighting
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC does not include RGB lighting, the average graphics card does.
  • 128 bit narrower memory bus
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a narrower memory bus than the average graphics card (128 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.
    What it is: Width of the memory interface bus in bits
    When it matters: When you care about steadier performance at higher resolutions, heavier texture settings, or ray-traced workloads that stress memory traffic.

    Importance: HIGH

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a narrower memory bus than the average graphics card (128 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.128 bit vs 256 bit
  • 32.2% lower boost clock speed
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,695 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
    What it is: Maximum boost frequency the GPU can reach under load
    When it matters: When you want a rough idea of peak advertised frequency, while knowing real sustained clocks still depend on cooling and power limits.

    Importance: HIGH

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,695 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.1695 MHz vs 2500 MHz
  • 2 fewer fans
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has fewer fans than the average graphics card (1 vs 3).
    What it is: Total number of cooling fans
    When it matters: When you compare cooler designs and want one more clue about thermal potential.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has fewer fans than the average graphics card (1 vs 3).1 vs 3
  • 26 fewer compute units
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (14 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    What it is: Total number of shader multiprocessors or compute units
    When it matters: When you want a better sense of the GPU's overall parallel hardware resources before relying on game benchmarks alone.

    Importance: HIGH

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (14 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.14 vs 40
  • 8 GB less VRAM
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (4 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card
    When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

    Importance: HIGH

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (4 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.4 GB vs 12 GB
  • 128 fewer TMUs
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (56 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
    What it is: Total count of texture mapping units on the GPU
    When it matters: When texture-heavy gaming performance matters and you want extra hardware context behind texture-rate claims.

    Importance: HIGH

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (56 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.56 vs 184
  • 2.4x larger process node
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a higher process node than the average graphics card (12 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
    What it is: Size of the manufacturing process in nanometers
    When it matters: When process node differences may affect power, heat, and overall efficiency.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a higher process node than the average graphics card (12 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.12 nm vs 5 nm
  • 74.8% lower texture rate
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (94.9 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
    What it is: Number of textured pixels the GPU can process per second
    When it matters: When fast texture handling matters in high-refresh gaming workloads.

    Importance: HIGH

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (94.9 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.94.92 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s
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What customers like about ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC?

  • Extremely compact size (approx. 151mm) makes it perfect for Mini-ITX and small form factor (SFF) builds.
  • Low power consumption (75W TDP) allows it to run entirely off the PCIe slot without needing external PSU cables.
  • Ideal upgrade for older office PCs or systems with low-wattage power supplies (e.g., 240W–300W).
  • Runs very cool, with typical load temperatures reported around 53°C–57°C.
  • Decent 1080p performance for entry-level gaming, esports titles (CS:GO, Overwatch), and popular games like Minecraft or Fortnite.
  • Includes Zotac's FireStorm utility for user-friendly overclocking and fan management.

What customers dislike about ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC?

  • Poor value proposition compared to competition, as it is often outperformed by cheaper, older cards like the AMD Radeon RX 570.
  • Noise levels are a frequent complaint; some users describe the single fan as 'annoyingly loud' or 'whiney' even at idle.
  • Limited 4GB VRAM and GDDR5 memory can struggle with modern AAA titles or higher graphical presets.
  • Overclocking often yields negligible real-world performance gains due to the strict 75W power limit.
  • Lacks modern features like dedicated Ray Tracing (RT) cores or a protective backplate.
  • Basic I/O selection with only one HDMI, one DisplayPort, and one DVI-D port.

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23/04/2019
Zotac GAMING GeForce GTX 1650 OC Review - RealHardwareReviews

The Real Hardware Reviews article evaluates the Zotac Gaming GeForce GTX 1650 OC as a compact, factory-overclocked entry-level graphics card designed for budget-conscious 1080p gamers. Built on NVIDIA's 12nm "TU117" Turing architecture, it brings noticeable upgrades over the older GTX 1050, offering 896 CUDA cores and 4GB of GDDR5 memory. The core highlights and primary pros of this...Read more

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pcmag.com
24/04/2019
Zotac GeForce GTX 1650 OCGo to product viewer dialog for this item. Review - PCMag

The Zotac GeForce GTX 1650 OC is a compact, entry-level card featuring Nvidia's Turing architecture that runs cool and requires no external power connector, making it ideal for small-form-factor builds. However, PCMag reports that the card's benchmark performance falls below expectations relative to its $149.99 MSRP, offering poor value compared to better-performing competitors. The...Read more

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expertreviews.co.uk
02/08/2019
Zotac Gaming GeForce GTX 1650 OC review: Great

The Zotac Gaming GeForce GTX 1650 OC is a compact, entry-level budget graphics card designed to replace older generation entry-level models. It features 4GB of GDDR5 memory, 896 CUDA cores, and a slight factory overclock that pushes its boost clock to 1,695MHz. Measuring just 151mm in length, the card features a simple single-fan cooler with HDMI, DisplayPort, and DVI-D video...Read more

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realhardwarereviews.com
23/04/2019
Zotac GAMING GeForce GTX 1650 OC Review

Based on the review, the Zotac Gaming GeForce GTX 1650 OC is a highly efficient, budget-friendly graphics card designed specifically for entry-level gamers targeting 1080p resolutions. Its primary strengths lie in its power efficiency and compact design; with a 75W TDP, it draws all necessary power directly from the PCIe slot, eliminating the need for extra cables and making it an...Read more

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chip.de
25/04/2019
Zotac GTX 1650 OC im Review - CHIP

The CHIP review of the Zotac Gaming GeForce GTX 1650 OC 4GB highlights it as an entry-level graphics card designed specifically for budget-conscious users aiming for baseline 1080p Full-HD gaming. Based on NVIDIA's Turing architecture, this compact 4GB GDDR5 card operates with a factory-tweaked boost clock of up to 1,695 MHz. A standout mechanical advantage praised in the testing is...Read more

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tweakers.net
06/05/2019
De GTX 1650 Review - Vijf instapkaarten van fabrikanten

The Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 is an entry-level graphics card based on the TU117 Turing architecture, equipped with 896 Cuda cores and 4GB of GDDR5 VRAM on a 128-bit memory bus. It is designed purely for 1080p gaming at medium settings, struggling heavily to maintain playable framerates when pushed to 1080p ultra or 1440p resolutions. A round-up of five custom partner models from...Read more

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