EVGA GeForce GTX 950 SC GAMING vs MSI GeForce GTX 950 2GD5T OCV2 differences in specs

Comparison of EVGA GeForce GTX 950 SC GAMING and MSI GeForce GTX 950 2GD5T OCV2 graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The EVGA GeForce GTX 950 SC GAMING operates at a base clock speed of 1.152 GHz+ 13 % and has 2 GB of GDDR5 memory, while the MSI GeForce GTX 950 2GD5T OCV2 operates at a base clock speed of 1.152 GHz+ 13 % and has 2 GB of GDDR5 memory. The weights differ at -- and -- respectively. The TDP of the EVGA GeForce GTX 950 SC GAMING is 90 W, while that of the MSI GeForce GTX 950 2GD5T OCV2 is 90 W. Compare the benchmark results to determine which graphics card is superior.

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Differences

Top features of MSI GeForce GTX 950 2GD5T OCV2

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Top features of EVGA GeForce GTX 950 SC GAMING

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Higher clock speed

1.152 GHz+ 13 % 1.076 GHz+ 5 %

Around 7% better clock speed

Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

MSI GeForce GTX 950 2GD5T OCV2 EVGA GeForce GTX 950 SC GAMING

Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between MSI GeForce GTX 950 2GD5T OCV2 and EVGA GeForce GTX 950 SC GAMING 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 950 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950
GPU Chip	GM206-250-A1 (Maxwell 2.0) GM206-250-A1 (Maxwell 2.0)
Execution units	6 6
Shader	768 768
Render Output Units	32 32
Texture Units	48 48

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in MSI GeForce GTX 950 2GD5T OCV2 and EVGA GeForce GTX 950 SC GAMING 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 Clock	1.653 GHz 1.653 GHz
Memory Speed	6.61 Gbps 6.61 Gbps
Memory Bandwith	106 GB/s 106 GB/s
Memory Interface	128 bit 128 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of MSI GeForce GTX 950 2GD5T OCV2 and EVGA GeForce GTX 950 SC GAMING graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.076 GHz+ 5 % 1.152 GHz+ 13 %
Boost Clock	1.253 GHz+ 5 % 1.342 GHz+ 13 %
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of MSI GeForce GTX 950 2GD5T OCV2 and EVGA GeForce GTX 950 SC GAMING 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	90 W 90 W
Tjunction max	95 \xc2\xb0C 95 \xc2\xb0C
PCIe-Power	1 x 6-Pin 1 x 6-Pin

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for MSI GeForce GTX 950 2GD5T OCV2 and EVGA GeForce GTX 950 SC GAMING, 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
Fan 1	2 x 80 mm 1 x 90 mm
Cooler-Type	Air cooling Air cooling
Noise (Idle)	0 dB / Silent 0 dB / Silent

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in MSI GeForce GTX 950 2GD5T OCV2 and EVGA GeForce GTX 950 SC GAMING GPUs.

Specification	Value
Max. Displays	4 4
HDCP-Version	2.2 2.2
HDMI Ports	1x HDMI v2.0 1x HDMI v2.0
DP Ports	1x DP v1.2 3x DP v1.2
DVI Ports	1 1

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of MSI GeForce GTX 950 2GD5T OCV2 and EVGA GeForce GTX 950 SC GAMING 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	4096x2160 4096x2160
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 GTX 950 2GD5T OCV2 and EVGA GeForce GTX 950 SC GAMING. 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
h265 / HEVC	No No
VP8	Decode Decode
VP9	No No
AV1	No No

Dimensions

Explore the dimensions comparison of the MSI GeForce GTX 950 2GD5T OCV2 and EVGA GeForce GTX 950 SC GAMING 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	220 mm 173 mm
Height	111 mm 111 mm
Width	38 mm 38 mm
Width (Slots)	2 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of MSI GeForce GTX 950 2GD5T OCV2 and EVGA GeForce GTX 950 SC GAMING, 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 x 16 PCIe 3 x 16
Release date	Q1/2016 Q3/2015
Launch Price	159 $ 149 $
Structure size	28 nm 28 nm
Part-no	-- 02G-P4-2951-KR
Documents	data sheet data sheet