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InterfacePCI-E v3.0PCI-E v3.0
GPU
GPU modelNVIDIA GeForce GT 1030NVIDIA GeForce GT 1030
Memory size2 GB2 GB
Memory typeGDDR5GDDR5
Memory bus64 bit64 bit
GPU clock speed
1290 MHz /1544 MHz GPU Boost/
1227 MHz /1468 MHz GPU Boost/
Memory clock6008 MHz6000 MHz
Lithography14 nm14 nm
Max. resolution4096x2160 px4096x2160 px
Passmark G3D Mark2208 score(s)2208 score(s)
Connections
DVI-D11
HDMI11
Software
DirectX1212
OpenGL4.54.5
Stream processors384384
Stream processor version55
Texture units2424
General
Monitors connection22
Coolingactive (fan)active (fan)
Fans1 pc1 pc
Power consumption30 W30 W
Minimum PSU recommendation300 W300 W
Number of slots21
Low profile
Length168 mm168 mm
Added to E-Catalogjuly 2017may 2017

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.

Memory clock

The speed at which a video card can process data stored in its video memory. In fact, the indicator determines the maximum number of operations to receive or transmit data by a memory module per unit of time. This frequency is expressed in megahertz (MHz) – millions of operations per second. High video memory frequency helps improve performance when performing resource-intensive tasks such as texture processing, graphics rendering and other graphics operations. However, the parameter is by no means the only factor that influences the overall performance of the video card – it is important to take into account the GPU architecture, number of cores, core frequency and other characteristics.

Number of slots

The number of slots occupied by the graphics card on the back of the system unit.

This indicator allows you to estimate the amount of space required to install a video adapter. It is relevant in the light of the fact that modern video cards can have a fairly extensive set of connectors, and for this set there has long been little standard lanyard for 1 slot. This is especially true for powerful performant models. Thus, many solutions, especially mid-range and top-end ones, occupy two or even three slots at once.

Separately, it is worth touching on models for which the characteristics indicate a fractional number of slots — usually 2.5 or 2.7. This detail is provided by the manufacturer for promotional purposes — as confirmation that the graphics card is smaller than a full-fledged 3-slot solution. However, in fact there is no difference between these options: adapters for 2.5 or 2.7 slots still block the third slot (albeit partially), making it unusable.

Low profile

This category includes video cards that have a reduced height and are suitable for installation in compact cases that are compatible only with low profile (low profile) components. Usually models of this type are supplied with interchangeable bars — for compact and for full-size cases. At the same time, the performance of low-profile models is generally lower than that of similarly priced regular-sized options. Therefore, it is worth specifically looking for such a card only in the case when compactness is a decisive factor.
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