Review: MSI GeForce GTX 1650 Aero ITX OC

Conclusion

The GeForce GTX 1650 is something of a chameleon GPU. Offering the latest Turing architecture in a package that doesn't need an external power cable - useful for older PCs with basic PSUs - there's something to be said for it when contemplating a small-form-factor build that won't break the bank.

Nvidia's desire to keep to a 75W TDP does, however, leave a lot of performance on the table, and the GPU isn't able to muster super-smooth framerates at FHD. It's also beaten comfortably by the price-comparable Radeon RX 570.

MSI understands the GTX 1650's credentials and builds a mini-ITX card around it. The Aero ITX OC offers a tidy package, excellent temps, solid boost frequency, and a sensible choice of outputs. We don't think the company could have done much more with the GPU, so it's a shame that general GTX 1650 pricing feels high.

This card costing, say, £125 would make for an ideal candidate for a SFF build. As it is, the price-to-performance metric makes it hard to recommend.

MSI GeForce GTX 1650 Aero ITX OC

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