MSI GeForce GT 1030 AERO ITX 2G OCV1 vs GALAX GeForce GT 1030 differences in specs

Comparison of MSI GeForce GT 1030 AERO ITX 2G OCV1 and GALAX GeForce GT 1030 graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The MSI GeForce GT 1030 AERO ITX 2G OCV1 operates at a base clock speed of 1.265 GHz+ 3 % and has 2 GB of GDDR5 memory, while the GALAX GeForce GT 1030 operates at a base clock speed of 1.265 GHz+ 3 % and has 2 GB of GDDR5 memory. The weights differ at 242 g and -- respectively. The TDP of the MSI GeForce GT 1030 AERO ITX 2G OCV1 is 30 W, while that of the GALAX GeForce GT 1030 is 30 W. Compare the benchmark results to determine which graphics card is superior.

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Differences

Top features of MSI GeForce GT 1030 AERO ITX 2G OCV1

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Higher clock speed

1.265 GHz+ 3 % 1.227 GHz

Around 3% better clock speed

Top features of GALAX GeForce GT 1030

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Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

MSI GeForce GT 1030 AERO ITX 2G OCV1 GALAX GeForce GT 1030

Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between MSI GeForce GT 1030 AERO ITX 2G OCV1 and GALAX GeForce GT 1030 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 GT 1030 NVIDIA GeForce GT 1030
GPU Chip	GP108-300-A1 GP108-300-A1
Execution units	3 3
Shader	384 384
Render Output Units	16 16
Texture Units	24 24

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in MSI GeForce GT 1030 AERO ITX 2G OCV1 and GALAX GeForce GT 1030 GPUs. Ample graphics memory, high frequency, and sufficient bandwidth contribute positively to high-resolution texture processing speed.

Specification	Value
Memory Size	2 GB 2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5 GDDR5
Memory Speed	1.502 GHz 1.502 GHz
Memory Bandwith	48 GB/s 48 GB/s
Memory Interface	64 bit 64 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of MSI GeForce GT 1030 AERO ITX 2G OCV1 and GALAX GeForce GT 1030 graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.265 GHz+ 3 % 1.227 GHz
Boost Clock	1.518 GHz+ 3 % 1.468 GHz
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of MSI GeForce GT 1030 AERO ITX 2G OCV1 and GALAX GeForce GT 1030 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	30 W 30 W

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for MSI GeForce GT 1030 AERO ITX 2G OCV1 and GALAX GeForce GT 1030, 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	1 x 80 mm 1 x 70 mm
Noise (Idle)	0 dB / Silent --
Noise (Load)	0 dB --

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in MSI GeForce GT 1030 AERO ITX 2G OCV1 and GALAX GeForce GT 1030 GPUs.

Specification	Value
Max. Displays	2 2
HDCP-Version	2.2 2.2
HDMI Ports	1x HDMI v2.0b 1x HDMI v2.0b
DVI Ports	-- 1
VGA Ports	1 --

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of MSI GeForce GT 1030 AERO ITX 2G OCV1 and GALAX GeForce GT 1030 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_1 12_1
Raytracing	No No
DLSS / FSR	No No
LED	No LED lighting No LED lighting

Supported Video Codecs

Explore the support for popular codecs h264, VP8, h265 / HEVC, VP9, and AV1 in MSI GeForce GT 1030 AERO ITX 2G OCV1 and GALAX GeForce GT 1030. 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 Decode
VP8	No No
h265 / HEVC	Decode Decode
VP9	Decode Decode
AV1	No No

Dimensions

Explore the dimensions comparison of the MSI GeForce GT 1030 AERO ITX 2G OCV1 and GALAX GeForce GT 1030 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	147 mm 180 mm
Height	102 mm 121 mm
Width	38 mm 41 mm
Width (Slots)	2 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots
Weight	242 g --

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of MSI GeForce GT 1030 AERO ITX 2G OCV1 and GALAX GeForce GT 1030, 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 3.0 x 4 PCIe 3.0 x 4
Release date	Q2/2017 Q2/2017
Structure size	14 nm 14 nm
Part-no	-- 30NPH4HVQ4ST
Documents	data sheet data sheet