MSI GeForce GTX 1050 GAMING X 2G vs GALAX RTX 3070 EX (1-Click OC) differences in specs

Comparison of MSI GeForce GTX 1050 GAMING X 2G and GALAX RTX 3070 EX (1-Click OC) graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The MSI GeForce GTX 1050 GAMING X 2G operates at a base clock speed of 1.354 GHz and has 2 GB of GDDR5 memory, while the GALAX RTX 3070 EX (1-Click OC) operates at a base clock speed of 1.354 GHz and has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory. The weights differ at 527 g and -- respectively. The TDP of the MSI GeForce GTX 1050 GAMING X 2G is 75 W, while that of the GALAX RTX 3070 EX (1-Click OC) is 220 W. Compare the benchmark results to determine which graphics card is superior.

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Differences

Top features of GALAX RTX 3070 EX (1-Click OC)

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Higher clock speed

1.500 GHz 1.354 GHz

Around 10% better clock speed
More memory

8 GB 2 GB

75% more memory

Top features of MSI GeForce GTX 1050 GAMING X 2G

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Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

GALAX RTX 3070 EX (1-Click OC) MSI GeForce GTX 1050 GAMING X 2G

Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between GALAX RTX 3070 EX (1-Click OC) and MSI GeForce GTX 1050 GAMING X 2G graphics cards. The GPU core details encompass the quantity of blocks (referred to as Shader Engine (SE) in AMD documentation and Graphics Processing Clusters (GPC) in Nvidia documentation) as well as ROP/TMUs (Raster Processing Units). These specifications significantly impact the computational prowess of the GPU.

Specification	Value
Based on	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 2GB
GPU Chip	GA104-300-A1 GP107-300-A1
Execution units	46 5
Shader	5888 640
Render Output Units	96 32
Texture Units	184 40

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in GALAX RTX 3070 EX (1-Click OC) and MSI GeForce GTX 1050 GAMING X 2G GPUs. Ample graphics memory, high frequency, and sufficient bandwidth contribute positively to high-resolution texture processing speed.

Specification	Value
Memory Size	8 GB 2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6 GDDR5
Memory Speed	1.75 GHz 1.777 GHz
Memory Bandwith	448 GB/s 114 GB/s
Memory Interface	256 bit 128 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of GALAX RTX 3070 EX (1-Click OC) and MSI GeForce GTX 1050 GAMING X 2G graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.500 GHz 1.354 GHz
Boost Clock	1.785 GHz+ 3 % 1.556 GHz+ 7 %
Avg (Game) Clock	1.770 GHz 1.531 GHz
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of GALAX RTX 3070 EX (1-Click OC) and MSI GeForce GTX 1050 GAMING X 2G GPUs. The TDP figure dictates the maximum power consumption of your graphics card. Computer ventilation and power supply specifications frequently align with TDP numbers and should be tailored accordingly.

Specification	Value
TDP	220 W 75 W
Tjunction max	93 °C --
PCIe-Power	2 x 8-Pin 1 x 6-Pin

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for GALAX RTX 3070 EX (1-Click OC) and MSI GeForce GTX 1050 GAMING X 2G, along with their dimensions and effectiveness. Typically, fans with larger diameters hold an advantage as they can move equivalent air volumes at lower speeds compared to smaller fans. It's worth noting that liquid cooling systems, in addition to fans and aluminum radiators, require a pump, which may contribute to noise levels.

Specification	Value
Fan-Type	Axial Axial
Cooler-Type	Air cooling Air cooling
Fan 1	2 x 102 mm 2 x 90 mm
Noise (Idle)	0 dB / Silent 0 dB / Silent

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in GALAX RTX 3070 EX (1-Click OC) and MSI GeForce GTX 1050 GAMING X 2G GPUs.

Specification	Value
Max. Displays	4 3
HDCP-Version	2.3 2.2
HDMI Ports	1x HDMI v2.1 1x HDMI v2.0b
DP Ports	3x DP v1.4a 1x DP v1.4
DVI Ports	-- 1

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of GALAX RTX 3070 EX (1-Click OC) and MSI GeForce GTX 1050 GAMING X 2G GPUs. Furthermore, we've incorporated ray tracing support to accurately simulate light rays and shadows. Please note that the specifics may vary slightly depending on the manufacturer.

Specification	Value
Max. resolution	7680x4320 7680x4320
DirectX	12_2 12_1
Raytracing	Yes No
DLSS / FSR	Yes No
LED	Addressable LED MSI Mystic Light

Supported Video Codecs

Explore the support for popular codecs h264, VP8, h265 / HEVC, VP9, and AV1 in GALAX RTX 3070 EX (1-Click OC) and MSI GeForce GTX 1050 GAMING X 2G. The inclusion of these video codecs assists in alleviating the workload on the graphics card during video playback or creation, leading to decreased power consumption and heat generation by the GPU.

Specification	Value
h264	Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
VP8	Decode No
h265 / HEVC	Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
VP9	Decode Decode
AV1	Decode No

Dimensions

Explore the dimensions comparison of the GALAX RTX 3070 EX (1-Click OC) and MSI GeForce GTX 1050 GAMING X 2G graphics cards. Having precise measurements enables you to determine compatibility with your PC case. Additionally, we've incorporated support for the PCI Express bus.

Specification	Value
Length	299 mm 229 mm
Height	139 mm 131 mm
Width	58 mm 39 mm
Width (Slots)	3 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots
Weight	-- 527 g

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of GALAX RTX 3070 EX (1-Click OC) and MSI GeForce GTX 1050 GAMING X 2G, alongside their respective release dates and current prices. Access the GPU specifications directly from the manufacturer through the provided link.

Specification	Value
GPU Interface	PCIe 4.0 x 16 PCIe 3.0 x 16
Release date	Q4/2020 Q3/2016
Structure size	8 nm 14 nm
Part-no	37NSL6MD2V7V --
Documents	data sheet data sheet