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Avg. price:~£180VRAM:4 GBMemory bus width:128 bitThermal Design Power (TDP):75 W

ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC Review: Compare 118 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Graphics cards category and whether it is worth buying.

ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC

4.7/10

▼Worse than 90% of graphics cards

6.2

▼Worse than 87%

4.2

▼Worse than 93%

9.5

★Better than 96%

2.0
Gaming
Gaming
2.0/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for gaming performance.
When it matters
When you want to play demanding mobile games, 3D titles, or run graphics-intensive apps smoothly.
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45.0%
1.1
Floating-point performance
25.0%
2.3
VRAM
20.0%
1.0
Ray tracing cores / units
10.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version
4.5
Video editing
Video editing
4.5/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for video editing performance.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this graphics-cards meets your specific video editing needs.
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35.0%
7.0
AV1 encode
30.0%
2.3
VRAM
20.0%
1.1
Floating-point performance
15.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version
2.1
1080p
1080p
2.1/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for 1080p performance.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this graphics-cards meets your specific 1080p needs.
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Score components
55.0%
1.1
Floating-point performance
25.0%
2.3
VRAM
10.0%
1.0
Ray tracing cores / units
10.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version
1.8
1440p
1440p
1.8/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for 1440p performance.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this graphics-cards meets your specific 1440p needs.
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Score components
50.0%
1.1
Floating-point performance
30.0%
2.3
VRAM
15.0%
1.0
Ray tracing cores / units
5.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version
1.8
4K
4K
1.8/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for 4k performance.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this graphics-cards meets your specific 4k needs.
Score distribution
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Score components
40.0%
1.1
Floating-point performance
35.0%
2.3
VRAM
20.0%
1.0
Ray tracing cores / units
5.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version

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Technical Specifications of graphics card ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC

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Performance

2.7

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Memory

2.1

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VRAM

Memory type

GDDR5

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Platform & Features

7.9

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PCI Express (PCIe) version

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DirectX version

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Connectivity & Media

5.8

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Max displays supported

Max digital resolution

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DisplayPort version

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Power & Cooling

7.7

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Thermal Design Power (TDP)

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PCIe power spec

75 W

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Design

8.9

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Size

151x 111.15x 38.8 mm

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ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC vs the average graphics card

Why is ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC better than the average graphics card?

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65.1% lower TDP
This graphics card 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
This graphics card 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 mm shorter card length
This graphics card is shorter than the average graphics card (151 mm vs 285 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285 mm.
151 mm vs 285 mm
13.85 mm lower card height
This graphics card is shorter than the average graphics card (111.2 mm vs 125 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 125 mm.
111.15 mm vs 125 mm
66.7% lower board power limit
This graphics card has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (75 W vs 225 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 225 W.
75 W vs 225 W
0.5 slot/s slimmer design
This graphics card occupies fewer slots than the average graphics card (2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2.5 slot/s.
2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s
14.3% faster VRAM clock
This graphics card has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (2000 MHz vs 1750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1750 MHz.
2,000 MHz vs 1,750 MHz
18.2% higher user score
User score
9.5/ 10
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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.
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ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC
the average graphics card
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a higher user score than the average graphics card (9.46 vs 8.000).
9.46 vs 8

18.2% higher user score
User score
9.5/ 10
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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.
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ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC
the average graphics card
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has a higher user score than the average graphics card (9.46 vs 8.000).
9.46 vs 8
2.37x more popular
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC is more popular than the average graphics card (10 vs 4.2).
10 vs 4.22
2.94x cheaper
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC is cheaper than the average graphics card (£180 vs £530).
£180 vs £530

14.3% faster VRAM clock
This graphics card has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (2000 MHz vs 1750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1750 MHz.
2,000 MHz vs 1,750 MHz

1 more DVI outputs
This graphics card has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
1 vs 0

65.1% lower TDP
This graphics card 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
This graphics card 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
66.7% lower board power limit
This graphics card has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (75 W vs 225 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 225 W.
75 W vs 225 W
10 °C lower load temperature
This graphics card 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.
57 °C vs 67 °C
65.9% lower peak power draw
This graphics card 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.
75 W vs 220 W
50% lower idle power draw
This graphics card has a lower idle power draw than the average graphics card (6 W vs 12 W). The average graphics card has an idle power draw of 12 W.
6 W vs 12 W

134 mm shorter card length
This graphics card is shorter than the average graphics card (151 mm vs 285 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285 mm.
151 mm vs 285 mm
13.85 mm lower card height
This graphics card is shorter than the average graphics card (111.2 mm vs 125 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 125 mm.
111.15 mm vs 125 mm
0.5 slot/s slimmer design
This graphics card occupies fewer slots than the average graphics card (2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2.5 slot/s.
2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s
56.6% lighter card weight
This graphics card is lighter than the average graphics card (443 g vs 1021 g). The average graphics card weighs 1021 g.
443 g vs 1,021 g

Why is ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC worse than the average graphics card?

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128 bit narrower memory bus
This graphics card 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
32.3% lower boost clock speed
This graphics card has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1695 MHz vs 2505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2505 MHz.
1,695 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
8 GB less VRAM
This graphics card 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
40 fewer ray tracing cores
This graphics card has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (0 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
0 vs 40
2 fewer fans
This graphics card has fewer fans than the average graphics card (1 vs 3).
1 vs 3
26 fewer compute units
This graphics card has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (14 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
14 vs 40
128 fewer TMUs
This graphics card 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
This graphics card 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

17% worse value for money
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1650 OC has worse value for money than the average graphics card (6.15 vs 7.2).
6.15 vs 7.2

32.3% lower boost clock speed
This graphics card has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1695 MHz vs 2505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2505 MHz.
1,695 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
40 fewer ray tracing cores
This graphics card has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (0 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
0 vs 40
26 fewer compute units
This graphics card has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (14 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
14 vs 40
128 fewer TMUs
This graphics card has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (56 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
56 vs 184
75.1% lower texture rate
This graphics card has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (94.9 GTexel/s vs 381.2 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 381.2 GTexel/s.
94.92 GTexel/s vs 381.2 GTexel/s
67.4% lower pixel rate
This graphics card has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (53.3 GPixel/s vs 163.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 163.2 GPixel/s.
53.28 GPixel/s vs 163.2 GPixel/s
144 fewer AI cores
This graphics card has fewer AI cores than the average graphics card (0 vs 144). The average graphics card has 144 AI cores.
0 vs 144
32 fewer ROPs
This graphics card has fewer ROPs than the average graphics card (32 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
32 vs 64
86.8% lower FP32 performance
This graphics card has a lower FP32 performance than the average graphics card (3 TFLOPS vs 22.57 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.57 TFLOPS.
2.98 TFLOPS vs 22.57 TFLOPS
22.7% lower base clock speed
This graphics card has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1485 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
1,485 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
65.3% lower PassMark score
This graphics card has a lower PassMark score than the average graphics card (7868 points vs 22653 points). The average graphics card has a PassMark score of 22653 points.
7,868 points vs 22,653 points
76.8% lower gaming score
This graphics card has a lower gaming score than the average graphics card (3400 points vs 14678.5 points). The average graphics card has a gaming score of 14678.5 points.
3,400 points vs 14,678.5 points
62.9% lower ray tracing score
This graphics card has a lower ray tracing score than the average graphics card (3400 points vs 9166 points). The average graphics card has a ray tracing score of 9166 points.
3,400 points vs 9,166 points
74.8% lower compute score
This graphics card has a lower compute score than the average graphics card (3037 points vs 12074 points). The average graphics card has a compute score of 12074 points.
3,037 points vs 12,074 points
79.9% lower FP16 performance
This graphics card has a lower FP16 performance than the average graphics card (6 TFLOPS vs 29.7 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP16 performance of 29.725 TFLOPS.
5.97 TFLOPS vs 29.725 TFLOPS
81.3% lower FP64 performance
This graphics card has a lower FP64 performance than the average graphics card (0.1 TFLOPS vs 0.48 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP64 performance of 0.48 TFLOPS.
0.09 TFLOPS vs 0.48 TFLOPS
3,456 fewer FP32 units
This graphics card has fewer FP32 units than the average graphics card (896 vs 4,352). The average graphics card has 4,352 FP32 units.
896 vs 4,352
87% lower compute throughput
This graphics card has a lower compute throughput than the average graphics card (3 TFLOPS vs 22.98 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has compute throughput of 22.98 TFLOPS.
2.98 TFLOPS vs 22.98 TFLOPS

128 bit narrower memory bus
This graphics card 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
8 GB less VRAM
This graphics card 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
71.4% lower memory bandwidth
This graphics card 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.
128.1 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
57.9% slower memory speed
This graphics card has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (8000 MHz vs 19000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19000 MHz.
8,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz
95.8% smaller L2 cache
This graphics card has fewer L2 cache than the average graphics card (1 MB vs 24 MB). The average graphics card has 24 MB L2 cache.
1 MB vs 24 MB
50% smaller L1 cache
This graphics card has fewer L1 cache than the average graphics card (64 vs 128). The average graphics card has 128 L1 cache.
64 vs 128

2.4x larger process node
This graphics card 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
No DLSS support
This graphics card does not support DLSS, the average graphics card does.
No ray tracing
This graphics card does not support ray tracing, the average graphics card does.
Older PCIe version
This graphics card supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (3 vs 4).
3.0 vs 4.0
No AI upscalers
This graphics card does not support AI upscalers, the average graphics card does.
4 older
This graphics card was released earlier than the average graphics card (2019 vs 2023).
April 2019
2,019 vs 2,023
Worse SAM support
This graphics card offers worse SAM support than the average graphics card (no vs yes).
Older encoder generation
This graphics card uses an older encoder generation than the average graphics card (5 vs 8). The average graphics card uses encoder generation 8.
5 vs 8
Lower VRS tier
This graphics card supports a lower VRS tier than the average graphics card (Tier 1 vs Tier 2).
Tier 1 vs Tier 2
Older DirectX version
This graphics card supports an older DirectX version than the average graphics card (12 vs 12 Ultimate).
12 vs 12 Ultimate
No sampler feedback
This graphics card does not support sampler feedback, the average graphics card does.
79.5% fewer transistors
This graphics card has fewer transistors than the average graphics card (4700 million vs 22900 million). The average graphics card has 22900 million transistors.
4,700 million vs 22,900 million

2 fewer DisplayPort outputs
This graphics card has fewer DisplayPort outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 3). The average graphics card has 3 DisplayPort outputs.
1 vs 3
No AV1 encoding
This graphics card does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
No vs yes
1 fewer displays supported
This graphics card supports fewer displays than the average graphics card (3 vs 4). The average graphics card supports 4 displays.
3 vs 4
No AV1 decoding
This graphics card does not support AV1 decoding, the average graphics card does.
No vs yes
Older DisplayPort version
This graphics card supports an older DisplayPort version than the average graphics card (1.4 vs 1.4a).
1.4 vs 1.4a
Narrower decode codec support
This graphics card supports narrower hardware decode codec support than the average graphics card (H.264/H.265/VP9/MPEG-2/VC-1 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9/MPEG-2/VC-1).
H.264/H.265/VP9/MPEG-2/VC-1 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9/MPEG-2/VC-1
Older HDMI version
This graphics card supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.0b vs 2.1).
2.0b vs 2.1
Narrower encode codec support
This graphics card supports narrower hardware encode codec support than the average graphics card (H.264/H.265/VP9 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9).
H.264/H.265/VP9 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9
Older HDCP version
This graphics card supports an older HDCP version than the average graphics card (2.2 vs 2.3).
2.2 vs 2.3
Not VR ready
This graphics card is not VR ready, while the average graphics card is.
No vs yes
Older NVDEC generation
This graphics card has a lower NVDEC generation than the average graphics card (4 vs 6). The average graphics card offers NVDEC generation 6.
4 vs 6

2 fewer fans
This graphics card has fewer fans than the average graphics card (1 vs 3).
1 vs 3
No dual BIOS
This graphics card does not include dual BIOS, the average graphics card does.
Official/spec evidence does not indicate dual BIOS support.
No fan stop
This graphics card does not support fan stop, the average graphics card does.
No vs yes
25 dB noisier at idle
This graphics card has a higher idle noise level than the average graphics card (25 dB vs 0 dB). The average graphics card has an idle noise level of 0 dB.
25 dB vs 0 dB

No backplate
This graphics card does not include a backplate, the average graphics card does.
No vs yes
No RGB lighting
This graphics card does not include RGB lighting, the average graphics card does.
No vs yes

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realhardwarereviews.com

23/04/2019

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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 specific Zotac model include its incredibly tiny form-factor and its highly efficient 75-watt power draw, which allows the card to run solely off the PCIe slot without needing external power connectors. Furthermore, Zotac elevates the card's baseline performance by applying a factory boost clock of 1695 MHz (up from the reference 1665 MHz) and pairing it with a quiet 90mm cooling fan. However, the review outlines several prominent architectural and value cons that hold the card back. The most critical hardware limitations are its narrow 128-bit memory bus and a restrictive 4GB capacity of older GDDR5 RAM, which heavily cripple its performance at resolutions higher than 1080p. Additionally, the lack of a 6-pin external power connector limits its manual overclocking headroom for...

pcmag.com

24/04/2019

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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 review highlights that while the card is efficient, it offers limited overclocking potential and fails to deliver notable performance gains over factory settings. Consequently, the review finds the price-to-performance ratio difficult to recommend for mainstream users.

expertreviews.co.uk

02/08/2019

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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 outputs. A major design highlight is its high power efficiency; it requires no external 6-pin or 8-pin PCIe power connectors, drawing its entire 75W maximum power allocation straight from the motherboard's PCIe slot. This makes it an exceptional option for small form factor or Mini-ITX cases where space and cable routing options are highly constrained. In terms of performance, the review highlights distinct pros and cons regarding its competitive positioning. The core pros include solid 1080p gaming performance that outpaces budget rivals like the GTX 1050, GTX 1050 Ti, and AMD Radeon RX 560—averaging 101fps in Dirt Showdown and 77fps in Tomb Raider. Additionally, it runs exceptionally cool at a peak load temperature of just 54°C while maintaining very quiet...

realhardwarereviews.com

23/04/2019

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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 ideal choice for small-form-factor (SFF) builds. Additionally, it offers a significant performance leap over its predecessors, featuring 896 CUDA cores and a modest factory overclock that allows it to outperform the older GTX 1050 and 1050 Ti series while maintaining a competitive $150 MSRP. However, the card's low price point comes with notable trade-offs in features and high-end performance. One of the main cons is the hardware's limited ceiling; the 128-bit memory bus and 4GB of GDDR5 RAM create a significant bottleneck if users attempt to push beyond 1080p gaming. The physical build is also "barebones," lacking a backplate, RGB lighting, or premium heat pipes, instead opting for a basic "sunflower" style aluminum heatsink. Furthermore, connectivity is restricted, as...

chip.de

25/04/2019

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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 its structural efficiency: it requires only 75 watts of power drawn entirely through the motherboard's PCIe slot, completely eliminating the need for external power connectors from the PSU. This makes it a no-fuss, cool-running upgrade that fits easily into small-form-factor or pre-built office PCs. The integrated 90mm single "sunflower" fan cooling system also ensures the card remains physically quiet and operates at stable temperatures around 60 degrees Celsius under load. However, the review details significant performance and value constraints that hold the card back. Synthetic benchmarks show it scoring 7,907 points in 3DMark Fire Strike and 3,516 points in DirectX 12 Time Spy, exposing a severe performance gap compared to the slightly more expensive GTX 1660, which outperforms it by...

tweakers.net

06/05/2019

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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 Asus, EVGA, Gigabyte, and MSI reveals that out-of-the-box performance margins between the variants are minimal. The premium Asus ROG Strix variant offers the best thermal and acoustic profile, remaining completely silent under idle loads and maintaining the highest clock speeds (1965 MHz). Conversely, the MSI Ventus XS is the loudest and least efficient model tested, though it stands out as the only option that operates without an external 6-pin PEG power connector. Pros Exceptional Power Efficiency: It consumes only 8W at idle and stays tightly within its 75W specification under full gaming loads. Low Running Costs: It draws nearly 100W less power during gaming than its direct competitor, saving money on utility bills. Generational Upgrade: It provides...

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What we 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 we don't like 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.

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.

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