GPU comparison with benchmarksThe ASUS Strix GeForce GTX 950 is based on the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950 (Maxwell 2.0) and has 2 GB GDDR5 graphics memory with a bandwidth of 106 GB/s.
The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 is based on the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 2GB (Pascal) and has 2 GB GDDR5 graphics memory with a bandwidth of 112 GB/s. |
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GPUThe ASUS Strix GeForce GTX 950 has the GM206-250-A1 graphics chip installed, which is based on the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 is based on the graphics chip GP107-300-A1, which comes from the Pascal architecture. |
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| ASUS Strix GeForce GTX 950 | GPU | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 |
| NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950 | Based on | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 2GB |
| GM206-250-A1 | GPU Chip | GP107-300-A1 |
| Maxwell 2.0 | Architecture | Pascal |
| 6 | Streaming Multiprocessors | 5 |
| 768 | Shader | 640 |
| 32 | Render Output Units | 32 |
| 48 | Texture Units | 40 |
| 0 | Raytracing Cores | 0 |
MemoryThe graphics memory of the ASUS Strix GeForce GTX 950 clocks at 1.653 GHz, which corresponds to a speed of 6.6 Gbps. The graphics memory speed of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 is 7.0 Gbps and the clock speed is 1.752 GHz. |
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| 2 GB | Memory Size | 2 GB |
| GDDR5 | Memory Type | GDDR5 |
| 1.653 GHz | Memory Clock | 1.752 GHz |
| 6.6 Gbps | Memory Speed | 7.0 Gbps |
| 106 GB/s | Memory bandwidth | 112 GB/s |
| 128 bit | Memory Interface | 128 bit |
Clock SpeedsThe clock frequency of a graphics card determines the speed in connection with the graphics architecture. |
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| 1.024 GHz | Base Clock | 1.354 GHz |
| 1.188 GHz | Boost Clock | 1.455 GHz |
| Avg (Game) Clock | ||
| Yes | Overclocking | Yes |
Thermal DesignThe ASUS Strix GeForce GTX 950 is powered by 1 x 6-Pin connectors. The TDP (Thermal Design Power) of the graphics card is 90 W. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 has PCIe power connectors that supply it with energy. The manufacturer specifies the TDP of the card as 75 W. |
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| 90 W | TDP | 75 W |
| -- | TDP (up) | -- |
| 95 °C | Tjunction max | 97 °C |
| 1 x 6-Pin | PCIe-Power | |
Cooler & FansThe ASUS Strix GeForce GTX 950 is equipped with a total of 2 Axial main fans. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 has 0 Axial main fans that cool the GPU and memory. |
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| Axial | Fan-Type | Axial |
| 2 x 75 mm | Fan 1 | -- |
| -- | Fan 2 | -- |
| Air cooling | Cooler-Type | Air cooling |
| 0 dB | Noise (Idle) | 0 dB |
| -- | Noise (Load) | -- |
ConnectivityUp to 4 screens can be operated with the ASUS Strix GeForce GTX 950. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 supports the operation of a maximum of 3 monitors. |
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| 4 | Max. Displays | 3 |
| 2.2 | HDCP-Version | 2.2 |
| 1x HDMI v2.0 | HDMI Ports | 1x HDMI v2.0b |
| 1x DP v1.2 | DP Ports | 1x DP v1.4 |
| 2 | DVI Ports | 1 |
| -- | VGA Ports | -- |
| -- | USB-C Ports | -- |
FeaturesetWith the ASUS Strix GeForce GTX 950 it is possible to operate a screen with a maximum resolution of up to 4096x2160 pixels. The maximum supported resolution of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 is 7680x4320 pixels. |
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| 4096x2160 | Max. resolution | 7680x4320 |
| 12_1 | DirectX | 12_1 |
| No | Raytracing | No |
| No | DLSS / FSR | Yes |
| No LED lighting | LED | No LED lighting |
Supported Video CodecsThe support and acceleration of certain video codecs can have a positive impact on the lower energy consumption and less waste heat from the graphics card. |
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| Decode / Encode | h264 | Decode / Encode |
| No | h265 / HEVC | Decode / Encode |
| No | AV1 | No |
| Decode | VP8 | No |
| No | VP9 | Decode |
DimensionsThe ASUS Strix GeForce GTX 950 is connected to the system via PCIe 3 x 16 lanes and requires 2 PCIe-Slots space in the housing. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 needs the space of 2 PCIe-Slots in the case and has a PCIe 3.0 x 16 Lanes interface. |
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| 220 mm | Length | 145 mm |
| 125 mm | Height | 111 mm |
| 40 mm | Width | -- |
| 2 PCIe-Slots | Width (Slots) | 2 PCIe-Slots |
| -- | Weight | -- |
| PCIe 3 x 16 | GPU Interface | PCIe 3.0 x 16 |
| No | SFF-Ready | No |
Additional dataThe ASUS Strix GeForce GTX 950 has been manufactured with a structure width of 28 nanometers since Q3/2015. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 came on the market in Q3/2016 and will have a structure width of 14 nanometers manufactured. |
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| STRIX-GTX950-DC2-2GD5-GAMING | Part-no | -- |
| Q3/2015 | Release date | Q3/2016 |
| 149 $ | Launch Price | 109 $ (Reference) |
| 28 nm | Structure size | 14 nm |
| -- | Documents | data sheet |
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ASUS Strix GeForce GTX 950
2 GB GDDR5 |
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2 GB GDDR5 |
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2 GB GDDR5 |
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2 GB GDDR5 |
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2 GB GDDR5 |
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2 GB GDDR5 |
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