The Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Max Q with design is a mainstream GPU that is based on the Pascal architecture. Firstly, we hear that it was announced in January 2018. Secondly, unlike and quite different to the faster models, the GTX 1050 uses the GP107 chip. This chip is great and is made by manufacturers in a 14 nm process by Samsung.
Thirdly, we also see that the clock is not the only difference in this model when we compare it to the regular GTX 1050 though. The drivers for the Max-Q version are optimized for efficiency. The reason is not for performance; only for Max-Q models. Besides, there are optimized voltage converters for 1V operation. In addition, you will find high-end cooling methods, and a 40 dB limit for the fan noise. Meanwhile, you will find it with clock adjustments to ensure this at all times.
In today’s topic, we will deal with this great model by Nvidia that people are loving. If you want to know how the intricate technical things work, read the article.
Some basic key points
We will discuss with you some key points before you buy your Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 MaxQ. Firstly, the GP107 chip is manufactured in a 14 nm FinFET process. Secondly, Samsung has made it. Thirdly, it offers several new features, like support for DisplayPort 1.4 (ready) and HDMI 2.0b. Besides, there is HDR and Simultaneous Multi-Projection (SMP). Also, you will find improved H.265 video de- and encoding (PlayReady 3.0). These are the features of Pascal architecture in short. If you want to know about Pascal, you have to look for it on the internet.Â
The performance of the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q has to be around 10-15 % below a regular GTX 1050 for laptops. What does this mean? This means the GPU suits best for full HD gaming at high settings. In the next segment, we will discuss with you all the intricate technical details that you want to know.
What do we know about its power consumption
We will see that the power consumption of the GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q is roughly around 34 to 40 Watts. Therefore you will see it significantly lower than the normal laptop GTX 1050 (53 Watt). Besides, the Max-Q variant of the model will fit best for the thin and light laptops.
Features
Firstly, the codename of Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Max Q is N17P G0 Max Q. Secondly, the architecture is Pascal. Thirdly, the pipeline is 640 unified. Fourthly, the core speed is 999, 1189, 1139 and 1328 Boost MHz. Fifthly, the memory speed is 7000 MHz. Sixthly, the memory bus width of this model is 128 Bits. So far you can see that all the features are user-friendly. Anyone, be it a new or old user can use it very easily.Â
Seventhly, the Memory type is GDDR5. Besides, the maximum memory is 4GB. Eighthly, there is no shared memory here. The API is Direct X 12_1 OpenGL 4.5. Apart from that, we have already told you that the power consumption is 34 -40 W and the technology is 14nm.
In addition, the notebook size is also quite large. From all this we can understand that when we compare this model, it stands out. Besides, it is quite affordable in comparison to the various features.
We hope that this article has been useful to you and you will look for the necessary features if you buy the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Max Q.
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