GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q
NVIDIA
G3D Mark
3,925
Performance Spectrum - GPU
About G3D Mark
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.
Overview
The GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 3 2018. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1190 MHz to 1328 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,925 points.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q is positioned at rank #76 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.
Path of Exile 2
Counter-Strike 2
League of Legends
Valorant
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q specifications and capabilities.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q scores 3,925 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the Pascal (2016−2021) architecture (codename: GP107), manufactured on a 14 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 640 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 40 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 16 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 1.7 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 1328 MHz from a base of 1190 MHz.
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q |
|---|---|
| G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score | 3,925 |
| ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation | Pascal (2016−2021) |
| CodenameInternal GPU die codename | GP107 |
| Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient | 14 nm |
| Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute | 640 |
| TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling | 40 |
| ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending | 16 |
| Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load | 1328 MHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency | 1190 MHz |
| Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance | 1.7 TFLOPS |
| Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second | 53.12 GTexel/s |
| PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation | PCIe 4.0 x16 |
| Transistor Count | 3,300 million |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #498 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q is equipped with 2 GB of GDDR6 video memory connected via a 128-bit memory bus, delivering 112.1 GB/s of bandwidth. GDDR6 provides fast memory access for gaming and compute workloads. Memory operates at 14 Gbps effective speed.
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q |
|---|---|
| VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures | 2 GB |
| VRAM TypeMemory technology generation | GDDR6 |
| Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth | 128-bit |
| Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate | 14 Gbps |
| BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM | 112.1 GB/s |
| L1 Cache | 240 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1024 kB |
Advanced Features & APIs
Graphics API support: DirectX 12 (12_1), Vulkan 1.3, OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q |
|---|---|
| NVIDIA Reflex | ❌ Not Supported |
| DLSS Frame Generation | ❌ Not Supported |
| DLSS Super Resolution | ❌ Not Supported |
| DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version | 12 (12_1) |
| VulkanCross-platform graphics API | 1.3 |
| OpenGLLegacy graphics API | 4.6 |
| Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL) | CUDA |
Display & Media
Display outputs: 1x Laptop Dependent — supports up to 4 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: NVENC (6th Gen), decoder: NVDEC (3rd Gen)— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP9.
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q |
|---|---|
| Laptop Dependent PortsNumber of Laptop Dependent display connectors | 1x |
| Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors | 4 |
| Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version | NVENC (6th Gen) |
| Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version | NVDEC (3rd Gen) |
| CodecsSupported video compression formats | H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q draws 75 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: , occupying 0 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 45°C at idle, 75°C under load.
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q |
|---|---|
| TDPPower consumption under load | 75 Watt |
| Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage | 350W |
| Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type | PCIe-powered |
| Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied | 0-slot |
| Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle | 45°C |
| Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load | 75°C |
Value Analysis
It holds Rank #76 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #498 among all indexed GPUs.
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q |
|---|---|
| Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position | #76 |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #498 |
| Release Date | January 3 2018 |
| Release Year | 2018 |
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