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ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce GTX 1650 OC 4GB Graphics Card: specs and who it suits
A compact 4GB GDDR6 graphics card on NVIDIA Turing with PCIe 3.0, a 6-pin power connector, IP5X dust-resistant fans and a backplate. What the specs mean.
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The ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce GTX 1650 OC Edition is a compact graphics card with 4GB of GDDR6 memory, built on NVIDIA's Turing architecture. It is meant to add dedicated graphics to a desktop PC, and its modest power needs make it easier to fit into an older or smaller system. Here is what the specs mean.
Turing architecture and memory
The GTX 1650 uses NVIDIA's Turing architecture. The "OC Edition" label means ASUS runs it at a higher factory clock speed than the reference design; the figures are on the manufacturer's specification page. The card has 4GB of GDDR6 memory, and ASUS says GDDR6 gives over 50% more memory bandwidth than the previous memory type used on this card. In general, this class suits 1080p gaming at moderate settings and popular, less demanding titles.
Connections and outputs
The card connects over PCIe 3.0 and has HDMI, DisplayPort and DVI-D outputs. The listing gives a maximum digital resolution of 7680 x 4320, though in practice it is the games and the monitor that decide what is useful. The DVI-D port is helpful if you have an older monitor, and it is rare on newer cards.
Power connector
The card has a 1x 6-pin power connector. That is a smaller requirement than on high-end cards, but it does need a power supply with a 6-pin PCIe lead, so check yours before you buy. Look at ASUS's specifications for the recommended power supply wattage.
Build and cooling details
- IP5X dust resistance: the fans are sealed to IP5X, a standard that rates protection against dust. ASUS says the fans also use a space-grade lubricant.
- Auto Extreme Manufacturing: ASUS says this uses automation to enhance reliability.
- Protective backplate: it is described as preventing PCB flex and securing components in transport and installation.
- TUF compatibility testing: ASUS says it tests TUF Gaming components so they work together.
These are the brand's own statements; the warranty terms show what is covered.
Size
The listing gives the card as 8.1 x 4.9 x 1.8 inches and 1.4 lb (about 0.6 kg). It is a short, two-slot-class card by those numbers, which suits many compact cases, but measure the space in yours.
Who it suits
It suits someone upgrading an older desktop from integrated graphics, building a simple 1080p gaming PC, or adding display outputs and video-decoding ability to a machine. It is less suited to players who want high settings in the latest games, or to creative work that needs a lot of video memory.
What to check before you buy
- Power supply: make sure it has a 6-pin PCIe connector and enough wattage.
- Slot: confirm a free PCIe x16 slot; PCIe 3.0 works in newer slots as well.
- Outputs: match the monitor to HDMI, DisplayPort or DVI-D.
- Case space: measure for the length and for two slots.
- Game needs: check whether 4GB is enough for the games you play.
The short version
- A 4GB GDDR6 graphics card on NVIDIA Turing, with a factory overclock.
- PCIe 3.0; HDMI, DisplayPort and DVI-D outputs.
- A single 6-pin power connector.
- IP5X dust-resistant fans, a protective backplate and Auto Extreme Manufacturing, per ASUS.
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