H2H

GeForce GTX 1650 GDDR6VSGeForce RTX 3060 8GB

Performance, specifications and real-world gaming comparison

🎮 Tested in 0 games3 resolutions: 1080p / 1440p / 4KCurrent catalog dataTesting methodology
GeForce GTX 1650 GDDR6
♜ WINNERGeForce GTX 1650 GDDR6+1%Better overall performance
GeForce RTX 3060 8GB
NVIDIAGTX 1650 GDDR6

78,71 €Average price

VS

179,27 €Average price

NVIDIARTX 3060 8GB
VS
WINNERGTX 1650 GDDR60%H2H overall index
Leistung3641
Effizienz10080
Price / Performance100100
Data confidence7575

Fixed-scale H2H model. Missing metrics are omitted instead of estimated from the overall score.

SUMMARY PROFILE

Verified-metrics radar

Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.

GTX 1650 GDDR6GeForce GTX 1650 GDDR6NVIDIA
RTX 3060 8GBGeForce RTX 3060 8GBNVIDIA
H2H
Performance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
Performance
3641
Efficiency
10080
Price / performance
100100
Memory capacity
6068
Missing values are never replaced with zero or an average.Model: H2H 2026.07 fixed scale.
COMMUNITY · VERIFIED DATA

Hardware used by streamers

Real public setups linked to each device.

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GeForce GTX 1650 GDDR6NVIDIAGTX 1650 GDDR60

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GeForce RTX 3060 8GBNVIDIARTX 3060 8GB0

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VERGLEICHSERGEBNIS

The devices received the same overall score

GTX 1650 GDDR6 leads in combined gaming performance. GTX 1650 GDDR6 offers the better price per frame, while the final choice depends on the required features, memory, and games.

PERFORMANCE DIFFERENCE0%

Performance is nearly identical

PRICE DIFFERENCE101 €

GTX 1650 GDDR6 costs less

CATALOG POSITION

Graphics card ranking

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The ranking is recalculated automatically from catalog data.

Positions 114–119of 723
GTX 1650 GDDR6#116position in the GPU ranking
RTX 3060 8GB#118position in the GPU ranking
COMPARISON VERDICT

Which should you choose?

Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.

COMMUNITY CHOICE

GeForce GTX 1650 GDDR6

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$/FPSBEST PRICE / FPS

GeForce GTX 1650 GDDR6

100/100 · Price $169

The choice is based on the price-to-performance index and launch price.

GESAMTWERTUNG

Übersicht

Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.

CategoryGTX 1650 GDDR6RTX 3060 8GB
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
36
41Better
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
29
36Better
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
30
34Better
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
100Better
80
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
60
60
VOLLSTÄNDIGER VERGLEICH

Spezifikationen

The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.

SpecificationGTX 1650 GDDR6RTX 3060 8GB
Clock speed1410 - 1590 MHzBetter1320 - 1777 MHz
Base clock1410 MHzBetter1320 MHz
Boost clock1590 MHz1777 MHzBetter
VRAM4 GB GDDR68 GB GDDR6Better
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR6
VRAM capacity4 GB8 GBBetter
Speichertakt12 GHz15 GHzBetter
Memory bus128 bit128 bit
Memory bandwidth192 GB/s240 GB/sBetter
InterfacePCIe 3x16PCIe 4x16Better
Power connector-8 pin
Power consumption75 WBetter170 W
TDP75 WBetter170 W
Process node12 nm8 nmBetter
Release date20202022Better
Architecture
Recommended PSU
Length
Thickness
HDMI
DisplayPort
USB Type-C
Maximum displays
Maximum resolution
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
Upscaling
Compute API
TFLOPS2.84912.74Better
Launch price
Transistor count
Die size
Shader units / cores
Memory cache

Gaming-FPS

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HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX

H2H workload indices

Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.

IndexGTX 1650 GDDR6RTX 3060 8GBDifference
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100364113%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100424813%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100434913%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100606813%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1001008022%

These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from 3DMark, Geekbench, Cinebench, PassMark, Blender, or another third-party benchmark.

HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX

H2H AI workload indices

Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.

IndexGTX 1650 GDDR6RTX 3060 8GBDifference
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100475312%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100465212%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100434913%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100495613%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100434913%

These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from 3DMark, Geekbench, Cinebench, PassMark, Blender, or another third-party benchmark.

Grundinformationen

SpecificationsGTX 1650 GDDR6RTX 3060 8GB
Architecture
Process node12 nm8 nmBesser
Release date20202022Besser
Launch price

Detaillierte Spezifikationen

SpecificationsGTX 1650 GDDR6RTX 3060 8GB
Transistor count
Die size
Shader units / cores
Base clock1410 MHzBesser1320 MHz
Boost clock1590 MHz1777 MHzBesser

Formfaktor und Kompatibilität

SpecificationsGTX 1650 GDDR6RTX 3060 8GB
InterfacePCIe 3x16PCIe 4x16Besser
Length
Thickness
Recommended PSU
Power connector-8 pin

VRAM-Kapazität und -Typ

SpecificationsGTX 1650 GDDR6RTX 3060 8GB
VRAM4 GB GDDR68 GB GDDR6Besser
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory bus128 bit128 bit
Memory bandwidth192 GB/s240 GB/sBesser
Memory cache

Anschlüsse und Ausgänge

SpecificationsGTX 1650 GDDR6RTX 3060 8GB
HDMI
DisplayPort
USB Type-C
Maximum displays
Maximum resolution

API- und SDK-Kompatibilität

SpecificationsGTX 1650 GDDR6RTX 3060 8GB
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
Upscaling
Compute API
HEAD TO HEAD · DISCOVER

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Bewertungen und Fragen

AI EXPLAIN · HEAD TO HEAD

Explain this comparison

Beyond percentages: causes, relevant specifications, and practical impact behind every chart.

Device AGTX 1650 GDDR660
Device BRTX 3060 8GB60
What AI will explain

Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.

REAL CONFIGURATIONS

Owner experiences

Real builds, results, and community feedback.

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FAQ · CHOOSE BY USE CASE

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Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.

01Which is better for gaming: GTX 1650 GDDR6 or RTX 3060 8GB?

GTX 1650 GDDR6 has the higher overall gaming score, while GTX 1650 GDDR6 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.

02Which is better for streaming?

GTX 1650 GDDR6 is the stronger streaming choice thanks to performance, hardware encoding, and application support. Check AV1, H.264, and HEVC support before buying.

03Which is better for Blender?

GTX 1650 GDDR6 is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.

04Which is better for video editing?

GTX 1650 GDDR6 offers more overall performance, while RTX 3060 8GB offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.

05Which is better for neural networks and AI?

GTX 1650 GDDR6 is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.

06Which is better for 1080p?

GTX 1650 GDDR6 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.

07Which is better for 1440p?

GTX 1650 GDDR6 leads in combined 1440p performance. RTX 3060 8GB can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.

08Which is better for 4K?

GTX 1650 GDDR6 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.

09Which is better for a quiet PC?

GTX 1650 GDDR6 is easier to use in a quiet build because of its lower estimated power and thermal load. Actual noise depends on the specific cooler.

10Which is better without replacing the power supply?

GTX 1650 GDDR6 is the safer candidate because its stated power consumption is lower. Verify PSU wattage, age, and power connectors.

11Is it worth upgrading from the previous generation?

Consider upgrading to GTX 1650 GDDR6 if your current device no longer delivers the required FPS, memory capacity, or feature support. A gain below 15–20% is usually worth waiting for a price cut.