M1 8-Core GPU vs GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel)

G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
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Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel)

#54

Radeon RX 6800S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

100%

#234

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

547%

#236

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

496%

#237

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

495%

#241

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

450%

#242

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

447%

#244

GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#252

GeForce 720A

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

97%

#253

GeForce GT 520M

MSRP: $60|Avg: N/A

95%

#254

Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE

MSRP: $99|Avg: $60

95%

#257

GeForce GTX 770M SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $80

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The M1 8-Core GPU uses modern memory architecture. The M1 8-Core GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel) lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the M1 8-Core GPU.

Insight	M1 8-Core GPU	GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel)
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%)
Longevity	Legacy (5nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel) remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

Performance Check

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of M1 8-Core GPU and GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel)

M1 8-Core GPU

The M1 8-Core GPU is manufactured by Apple. It was released in November 10 2020. The core clock speed is 1278 MHz. It has 8 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,000 points.

GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel)

The GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 3 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1354 MHz to 1493 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,040 points.

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Graphics Performance

The M1 8-Core GPU scores 5,000 and the GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel) reaches 5,040 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 8 (M1 8-Core GPU) vs 640 (GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel)).

Feature	M1 8-Core GPU	GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel)
G3D Mark Score	5,000	5,040
Process Node	5 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	8	640+7900%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	M1 8-Core GPU	GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel)
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The M1 8-Core GPU comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel) has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel) offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 68 GB/s (M1 8-Core GPU) vs 112 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel)) — a 64.7% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel). Bus width: Unified vs 128-bit.

Feature	M1 8-Core GPU	GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel)
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	4 GB+100%
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	68 GB/s	112 GB/s+65%
Bus Width	Unified	128-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: N/A (M1 8-Core GPU) vs 12 (12_1) (GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel)). OpenGL: 4.1 (Rosetta 2) vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	M1 8-Core GPU	GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel)
DirectX	N/A	12 (12_1)
OpenGL	4.1 (Rosetta 2)	4.6+12%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Apple M1 Video Encoder (M1 8-Core GPU) vs NVENC (6th Gen) (GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel)). Decoder: Apple M1 Video Decoder vs NVDEC (3rd Gen). Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,ProRes,ProRes RAW (M1 8-Core GPU) vs H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP9 (GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel)).

Feature	M1 8-Core GPU	GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel)
Encoder	Apple M1 Video Encoder	NVENC (6th Gen)
Decoder	Apple M1 Video Decoder	NVDEC (3rd Gen)
Codecs	H.264,HEVC,ProRes,ProRes RAW	H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The M1 8-Core GPU draws 30W versus the GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel)'s 75W — a 85.7% difference. The M1 8-Core GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (M1 8-Core GPU) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 1050 (móvel)). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.