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GPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

GeForce GTX 1650 vs Radeon RX 5500 XT

The GeForce GTX 1650 is quite a bit slower than the Radeon RX 5500 XT on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one GPU is out of stock.

  • Up to 13% cheaper$299.99 vs $169
  • Up to 36% faster on average across 100+ games
  • Is 8 months newer
  • Up to 20% better value for money
  • Up to 13% more expensive$169 vs $299.99

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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Radeon RX 5500 XT ranks 3 points higher.

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GeForce GTX 1650
2984 TFLOPS

Radeon RX 5500 XT has 74% more compute power.

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Radeon RX 5500 XT fills pixels 11% faster.

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Radeon RX 5500 XT maps textures 74% faster.

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Radeon RX 5500 XT moves data 75% faster.

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GeForce GTX 1650 draws 55W less power.

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Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, GeForce GTX 1650 or Radeon RX 5500 XT?expand_more
The Radeon RX 5500 XT. It's 43% faster than the GeForce GTX 1650 on average across 100+ games, scoring 10/100 vs 7/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Radeon RX 5500 XT than GeForce GTX 1650?expand_more
43% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, GeForce GTX 1650 or Radeon RX 5500 XT?expand_more
The Radeon RX 5500 XT is faster at both resolutions. At 4K, VRAM matters more, check the specs section to compare memory. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Radeon RX 5500 XT worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 10/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most GPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between GeForce GTX 1650 and Radeon RX 5500 XT?expand_more
Performance: GeForce GTX 1650 scores 7/100, Radeon RX 5500 XT scores 10/100. They also differ in VRAM, memory bandwidth, power draw, and compute performance. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the GeForce GTX 1650 or Radeon RX 5500 XT bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your CPU. Swap the paired CPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the GeForce GTX 1650 or Radeon RX 5500 XT?expand_more
The Radeon RX 5500 XT is the stronger pick at 10/100. Compare your current GPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
memoryDoes VRAM matter when comparing the GeForce GTX 1650 and Radeon RX 5500 XT?expand_more
Yes, more VRAM helps at higher resolutions and in modded games. Check the specs section above to compare memory capacity and bandwidth between both GPUs.

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