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Comparison Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1050 Windforce OC 2G vs MSI GTX 1050 Gaming 2G

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InterfacePCI-E v3.0PCI-E v3.0
GPU
GPU modelNVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050
Memory size2 GB2 GB
Memory typeGDDR5GDDR5
Memory bus128 bit128 bit
GPU clock speed
1417 MHz /1531 MHz GPU Boost/
1379 MHz /1493 MHz GPU Boost/
Memory clock7008 MHz7008 MHz
Lithography14 nm14 nm
Max. resolution7680x4320 px7680x4320 px
Passmark G3D Mark4667 score(s)4667 score(s)
Connections
DVI-D11
HDMI31
DisplayPort11
Software
DirectX1212
OpenGL4.54.5
Stream processors640640
Stream processor version55
Texture units4040
General
Monitors connection43
Coolingactive (fan)active (fan)
Fans22
Power consumption75 W75 W
Additional power6 pin6 pin
Minimum PSU recommendation300 W
Number of slots22
Length229 mm229 mm
Added to E-Catalogoctober 2016october 2016

GPU clock speed

The frequency of the graphics processor of the graphics card. As a general rule, the higher the frequency of the GPU, the higher the performance of the graphics card, but this parameter is not the only one — a lot also depends on the design features of the graphics card, in particular, the type and amount of video memory (see the relevant glossary items). As a result, it is not unusual for a model with a lower processor frequency to be more performant of two video cards. In addition, it should be noted that high-frequency processors also have high heat dissipation, which requires the use of powerful cooling systems.

HDMI

The number of HDMI outputs provided by the graphics card.

HDMI is by far the most popular interface for high-definition video and multi-channel audio (it can be used for video and audio at the same time). This connector is almost standard for modern monitors, in addition, it is widely used in other types of screens — TVs, plasma panels, projectors, etc.

The presence of several outputs allows you to connect several screens to the graphics card at the same time — for example, a pair of monitors for organizing an extended workspace. However, there are never more than 2 HDMI ports in video cards — for a number of reasons, for several screens at once, in this case it is easier to use other connectors, primarily DisplayPort.

Monitors connection

The maximum number of monitors that can be connected to the graphics card at the same time and shared.

Simultaneous connection of several screens allows you to expand the visual space available to the user. For example, it can be useful for designers and layout designers when working with large-format materials, for programmers to separate tasks (one monitor for writing code, the second for searching for the necessary information and other auxiliary purposes), and for gamers-enthusiasts — to ensure the maximum immersion effect. Thanks to advances in technology today , even low — cost graphics cards can typically handle at least three monitors, while advanced models can support four or more displays .

Minimum PSU recommendation

The smallest power supply recommended for a computer with this graphics card.

This parameter, usually, is much higher than the power consumption of the graphics card itself. This is natural — after all, the PSU must provide electricity to the entire system, not just the video adapter. At the same time, the higher the power of the graphics card, the inevitably higher the power consumption of the PC as a whole. Moreover, this is due not only to the “voracity” of the graphics adapter itself, but also to the consumption of other PC components: a high-end graphics card, usually, is combined with an equally powerful (and energy-intensive) system.

With this in mind, manufacturers indicate the minimum recommended power supply. Of course, such recommendations are not mandatory; however, when using a PSU with a power lower than the recommended one, the probability of malfunctions increases significantly — to the point that even a very limited system may simply “not start”.
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