NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 vs MSI GeForce GTX 1050 2G OC differences in specs

Comparison of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 and MSI GeForce GTX 1050 2G OC graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 operates at a base clock speed of 1.354 GHz and has 2 GB of GDDR5 memory, while the MSI GeForce GTX 1050 2G OC operates at a base clock speed of 1.354 GHz and has 2 GB of GDDR5 memory. The weights differ at -- and 330 g respectively. The TDP of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 is 75 W, while that of the MSI GeForce GTX 1050 2G OC is 75 W. Compare the benchmark results to determine which graphics card is superior.

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Differences

Top features of MSI GeForce GTX 1050 2G OC

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Higher clock speed

1.404 GHz+ 4 % 1.354 GHz

Around 4% better clock speed

Top features of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050

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Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

MSI GeForce GTX 1050 2G OC NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050

Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between MSI GeForce GTX 1050 2G OC and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 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 GTX 1050 2GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 2GB
GPU Chip	GP107-300-A1 GP107-300-A1 (Pascal)
Execution units	5 5
Shader	640 640
Render Output Units	32 32
Texture Units	40 40

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in MSI GeForce GTX 1050 2G OC and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 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	1.752 GHz 7 Gbps
Memory Bandwith	112 GB/s 112 GB/s
Memory Interface	128 bit 128 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of MSI GeForce GTX 1050 2G OC and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.404 GHz+ 4 % 1.354 GHz
Boost Clock	1.518 GHz+ 4 % 1.455 GHz
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of MSI GeForce GTX 1050 2G OC and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 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	75 W 75 W

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for MSI GeForce GTX 1050 2G OC and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050, 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 90 mm --
Noise (Idle)	-- 0 dB / Silent

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in MSI GeForce GTX 1050 2G OC and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 GPUs.

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

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of MSI GeForce GTX 1050 2G OC and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 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 Yes
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 GTX 1050 2G OC and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050. 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	No No
h265 / HEVC	Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
VP9	Decode Decode
AV1	No No

Dimensions

Explore the dimensions comparison of the MSI GeForce GTX 1050 2G OC and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 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	177 mm 145 mm
Height	118 mm 111 mm
Width	34 mm --
Width (Slots)	2 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots
Weight	330 g --

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of MSI GeForce GTX 1050 2G OC and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050, 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 16 PCIe 3.0 x 16
Release date	Q3/2016 Q3/2016
Structure size	14 nm 14 nm
Documents	data sheet data sheet