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Avg. price:~£150VRAM:4 GBMemory bus width:128 bitThermal Design Power (TDP):75 W

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ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mini

4.3/10

▼Worse than 93% of graphics cards

6.0

▼Worse than 91%

3.8

▼Worse than 95%

9.4

★Better than 93%

2.0
Gaming
Gaming
2.0/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for gaming performance.
When it matters
When you want to play demanding mobile games, 3D titles, or run graphics-intensive apps smoothly.
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45.0%
1.0
Floating-point performance
25.0%
2.3
VRAM
20.0%
1.0
Ray tracing cores / units
10.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version
4.5
Video editing
Video editing
4.5/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for video editing performance.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this graphics-cards meets your specific video editing needs.
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35.0%
7.0
AV1 encode
30.0%
2.3
VRAM
20.0%
1.0
Floating-point performance
15.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version
2.0
1080p
1080p
2.0/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for 1080p performance.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this graphics-cards meets your specific 1080p needs.
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Score components
55.0%
1.0
Floating-point performance
25.0%
2.3
VRAM
10.0%
1.0
Ray tracing cores / units
10.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version
1.7
1440p
1440p
1.7/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for 1440p performance.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this graphics-cards meets your specific 1440p needs.
Score distribution
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Score components
50.0%
1.0
Floating-point performance
30.0%
2.3
VRAM
15.0%
1.0
Ray tracing cores / units
5.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version
1.8
4K
4K
1.8/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for 4k performance.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this graphics-cards meets your specific 4k needs.
Score distribution
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Score components
40.0%
1.0
Floating-point performance
35.0%
2.3
VRAM
20.0%
1.0
Ray tracing cores / units
5.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version

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Technical Specifications of graphics card ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mini

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Performance

2.1

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PassMark (G3D) result

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Memory

1.9

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VRAM

Memory type

GDDR5

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Platform & Features

7.5

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PCI Express (PCIe) version

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Connectivity & Media

5.5

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Max digital resolution

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Power & Cooling

7.7

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Thermal Design Power (TDP)

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PCIe power spec

75 W

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8.9

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144.8x 111.2x 40 mm

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ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mini vs the average graphics card

Why is ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mini better than the average graphics card?

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65.1% lower TDP
This graphics card has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (75 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
75 W vs 215 W
53.8% lower PSU requirement
This graphics card has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (300 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
300 W vs 650 W
140.22 mm shorter card length
This graphics card is shorter than the average graphics card (144.8 mm vs 285 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285 mm.
144.78 mm vs 285 mm
13.85 mm lower card height
This graphics card is shorter than the average graphics card (111.2 mm vs 125 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 125 mm.
111.15 mm vs 125 mm
66.7% lower board power limit
This graphics card has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (75 W vs 225 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 225 W.
75 W vs 225 W
0.5 slot/s slimmer design
This graphics card occupies fewer slots than the average graphics card (2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2.5 slot/s.
2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s
17.4% higher user score
User score
9.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.
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ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mini
the average graphics card
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mini has a higher user score than the average graphics card (9.39 vs 8.000).
9.39 vs 8
1 more DVI outputs
This graphics card has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
1 vs 0

17.4% higher user score
User score
9.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.
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ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mini
the average graphics card
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mini has a higher user score than the average graphics card (9.39 vs 8.000).
9.39 vs 8
3.53x cheaper
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mini is cheaper than the average graphics card (£150 vs £530).
£150 vs £530
2.37x more popular
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mini is more popular than the average graphics card (10 vs 4.2).
10 vs 4.22

0.1% faster VRAM clock
This graphics card has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (1752 MHz vs 1750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1750 MHz.
1,752 MHz vs 1,750 MHz

55.3% smaller GPU die
This graphics card has a lower GPU die size than the average graphics card (132 mm² vs 295 mm²). The average graphics card has a GPU die size of 295 mm².
132 mm² vs 295 mm²

1 more DVI outputs
This graphics card has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
1 vs 0

65.1% lower TDP
This graphics card has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (75 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
75 W vs 215 W
53.8% lower PSU requirement
This graphics card has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (300 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
300 W vs 650 W
66.7% lower board power limit
This graphics card has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (75 W vs 225 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 225 W.
75 W vs 225 W
18 °C lower load temperature
This graphics card has a lower load temperature than the average graphics card (49 °C vs 67 °C). The average graphics card has a load temperature of 67 °C.
49 °C vs 67 °C
65.9% lower peak power draw
This graphics card has a lower peak power draw than the average graphics card (75 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a peak power draw of 220 W.
75 W vs 220 W
8 °C lower idle temperature
This graphics card has a lower idle temperature than the average graphics card (29 °C vs 37 °C). The average graphics card has an idle temperature of 37 °C.
29 °C vs 37 °C
50% lower idle power draw
This graphics card has a lower idle power draw than the average graphics card (6 W vs 12 W). The average graphics card has an idle power draw of 12 W.
6 W vs 12 W

140.22 mm shorter card length
This graphics card is shorter than the average graphics card (144.8 mm vs 285 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285 mm.
144.78 mm vs 285 mm
13.85 mm lower card height
This graphics card is shorter than the average graphics card (111.2 mm vs 125 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 125 mm.
111.15 mm vs 125 mm
0.5 slot/s slimmer design
This graphics card occupies fewer slots than the average graphics card (2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2.5 slot/s.
2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s
51.1% lighter card weight
This graphics card is lighter than the average graphics card (499 g vs 1021 g). The average graphics card weighs 1021 g.
499 g vs 1,021 g

Why is ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mini worse than the average graphics card?

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43.4% lower boost clock speed
This graphics card has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1417 MHz vs 2505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2505 MHz.
1,417 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
128 bit narrower memory bus
This graphics card has a narrower memory bus than the average graphics card (128 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.
128 bit vs 256 bit
8 GB less VRAM
This graphics card has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (4 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
4 GB vs 12 GB
34 fewer compute units
This graphics card has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (6 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
6 vs 40
40 fewer ray tracing cores
This graphics card has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (0 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
0 vs 40
2 fewer fans
This graphics card has fewer fans than the average graphics card (1 vs 3).
1 vs 3
2.8x larger process node
This graphics card has a higher process node than the average graphics card (14 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
14 nm vs 5 nm
136 fewer TMUs
This graphics card has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (48 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
48 vs 184

20.8% worse value for money
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mini has worse value for money than the average graphics card (5.96 vs 7.2).
5.96 vs 7.2

43.4% lower boost clock speed
This graphics card has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1417 MHz vs 2505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2505 MHz.
1,417 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
34 fewer compute units
This graphics card has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (6 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
6 vs 40
40 fewer ray tracing cores
This graphics card has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (0 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
0 vs 40
136 fewer TMUs
This graphics card has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (48 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
48 vs 184
83.6% lower texture rate
This graphics card has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (62.5 GTexel/s vs 381.2 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 381.2 GTexel/s.
62.5 GTexel/s vs 381.2 GTexel/s
32.1% lower base clock speed
This graphics card has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1303 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
1,303 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
74.4% lower pixel rate
This graphics card has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (41.7 GPixel/s vs 163.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 163.2 GPixel/s.
41.7 GPixel/s vs 163.2 GPixel/s
144 fewer AI cores
This graphics card has fewer AI cores than the average graphics card (0 vs 144). The average graphics card has 144 AI cores.
0 vs 144
32 fewer ROPs
This graphics card has fewer ROPs than the average graphics card (32 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
32 vs 64
90.5% lower FP32 performance
This graphics card has a lower FP32 performance than the average graphics card (2.1 TFLOPS vs 22.57 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.57 TFLOPS.
2.14 TFLOPS vs 22.57 TFLOPS
73.5% lower PassMark score
This graphics card has a lower PassMark score than the average graphics card (5998 points vs 22653 points). The average graphics card has a PassMark score of 22653 points.
5,998 points vs 22,653 points
83.6% lower gaming score
This graphics card has a lower gaming score than the average graphics card (2409 points vs 14678.5 points). The average graphics card has a gaming score of 14678.5 points.
2,409 points vs 14,678.5 points
81.8% lower compute score
This graphics card has a lower compute score than the average graphics card (2200 points vs 12074 points). The average graphics card has a compute score of 12074 points.
2,200 points vs 12,074 points
90.5% lower compute throughput
This graphics card has a lower compute throughput than the average graphics card (2.2 TFLOPS vs 22.98 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has compute throughput of 22.98 TFLOPS.
2.18 TFLOPS vs 22.98 TFLOPS
85.4% lower FP64 performance
This graphics card has a lower FP64 performance than the average graphics card (0.1 TFLOPS vs 0.48 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP64 performance of 0.48 TFLOPS.
0.07 TFLOPS vs 0.48 TFLOPS
3,584 fewer FP32 units
This graphics card has fewer FP32 units than the average graphics card (768 vs 4,352). The average graphics card has 4,352 FP32 units.
768 vs 4,352
96.5% lower INT8 performance
This graphics card has a lower INT8 performance than the average graphics card (8.4 TOPS vs 242 TOPS). The average graphics card has INT8 performance of 242 TOPS.
8.4 TOPS vs 242 TOPS

128 bit narrower memory bus
This graphics card has a narrower memory bus than the average graphics card (128 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.
128 bit vs 256 bit
8 GB less VRAM
This graphics card has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (4 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
4 GB vs 12 GB
75% lower memory bandwidth
This graphics card has a lower memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (112 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
112 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
63.1% slower memory speed
This graphics card has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (7008 MHz vs 19000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19000 MHz.
7,008 MHz vs 19,000 MHz
95.8% smaller L2 cache
This graphics card has fewer L2 cache than the average graphics card (1 MB vs 24 MB). The average graphics card has 24 MB L2 cache.
1 MB vs 24 MB
62.5% smaller L1 cache
This graphics card has fewer L1 cache than the average graphics card (48 vs 128). The average graphics card has 128 L1 cache.
48 vs 128

2.8x larger process node
This graphics card has a higher process node than the average graphics card (14 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
14 nm vs 5 nm
No DLSS support
This graphics card does not support DLSS, the average graphics card does.
No ray tracing
This graphics card does not support ray tracing, the average graphics card does.
Older PCIe version
This graphics card supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (3 vs 4).
3.0 vs 4.0
7 older
This graphics card was released earlier than the average graphics card (2016 vs 2023).
October 2016
2,016 vs 2,023
No AI upscalers
This graphics card does not support AI upscalers, the average graphics card does.
No mesh shaders
This graphics card does not support mesh shaders, the average graphics card does.
No vs yes
Worse SAM support
This graphics card offers worse SAM support than the average graphics card (no vs yes).
Older DirectX version
This graphics card supports an older DirectX version than the average graphics card (12 vs 12 Ultimate).
12 vs 12 Ultimate
Older encoder generation
This graphics card uses an older encoder generation than the average graphics card (6 vs 8). The average graphics card uses encoder generation 8.
6 vs 8
No sampler feedback
This graphics card does not support sampler feedback, the average graphics card does.
No vs yes
85.6% fewer transistors
This graphics card has fewer transistors than the average graphics card (3300 million vs 22900 million). The average graphics card has 22900 million transistors.
3,300 million vs 22,900 million
Older shader model
This graphics card supports an older shader model than the average graphics card (6.6 vs 6.8).
6.6 vs 6.8
Older FSR version
This graphics card supports an older FSR version than the average graphics card (3 vs 3.1).
3.0 vs 3.1

2 fewer DisplayPort outputs
This graphics card has fewer DisplayPort outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 3). The average graphics card has 3 DisplayPort outputs.
1 vs 3
No AV1 encoding
This graphics card does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
No vs yes
1 fewer displays supported
This graphics card supports fewer displays than the average graphics card (3 vs 4). The average graphics card supports 4 displays.
3 vs 4
No AV1 decoding
This graphics card does not support AV1 decoding, the average graphics card does.
No vs yes
No DSC support
This graphics card does not support DSC, the average graphics card does.
Older DisplayPort version
This graphics card supports an older DisplayPort version than the average graphics card (1.4 vs 1.4a).
1.4 vs 1.4a
Narrower decode codec support
This graphics card supports narrower hardware decode codec support than the average graphics card (H.264/H.265/VP9/MPEG-2/VC-1 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9/MPEG-2/VC-1).
H.264/H.265/VP9/MPEG-2/VC-1 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9/MPEG-2/VC-1
Older HDMI version
This graphics card supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.0b vs 2.1).
2.0b vs 2.1
Narrower encode codec support
This graphics card supports narrower hardware encode codec support than the average graphics card (H.264/H.265/VP9 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9).
H.264/H.265/VP9 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9
Older HDCP version
This graphics card supports an older HDCP version than the average graphics card (2.2 vs 2.3).
2.2 vs 2.3
2 fewer monitors per output type
This graphics card supports fewer monitors per output type than the average graphics card (1 vs 3). The average graphics card supports 3 monitors per output type.
1 vs 3
Older NVDEC generation
This graphics card has a lower NVDEC generation than the average graphics card (3 vs 6). The average graphics card offers NVDEC generation 6.
3 vs 6

2 fewer fans
This graphics card has fewer fans than the average graphics card (1 vs 3).
1 vs 3
No dual BIOS
This graphics card does not include dual BIOS, the average graphics card does.
No vs yes
No fan stop
This graphics card does not support fan stop, the average graphics card does.
No vs yes
30 dB noisier at idle
This graphics card has a higher idle noise level than the average graphics card (30 dB vs 0 dB). The average graphics card has an idle noise level of 0 dB.
30 dB vs 0 dB
4.1 dB noisier under load
This graphics card has a higher load noise level than the average graphics card (39.5 dB vs 35.4 dB). The average graphics card has a load noise level of 35.4 dB.
39.5 dB vs 35.4 dB

No backplate
This graphics card does not include a backplate, the average graphics card does.
No vs yes
No RGB lighting
This graphics card does not include RGB lighting, the average graphics card does.

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yugatech.com

11/12/2016

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Zotac GTX 1050Ti Mini Review - YugaTech Would you like to explore performance benchmarks or overclocking results specifically from any of these articl...

Zotac GTX 1050Ti Mini Review Summary The Zotac GTX 1050Ti Mini is an entry-level, budget-friendly graphics card priced at $139, designed primarily for first-time builders and casual gamers looking for solid 1080p performance. Built on Nvidia's Pascal micro-architecture, this dual-width card features 768 CUDA cores, a 1303 MHz base clock, and 4GB of GDDR5 VRAM on a 128-bit interface. In real-world benchmarks, the card excels at 1080p resolution, easily sustaining a strong 60 FPS average in Battlefield 1 and hitting an impressive 72 FPS average in Doom (2016) on high settings. Its compact size makes it highly compatible with small-form-factor Mini-ITX cases, offering a significant 3x performance upgrade over older cards like the GTX 750Ti. Pros and Cons Pros: Highly efficient power consumption requiring only 75W with no external PCIe power connections needed. It delivers an excellent price-to-performance ratio, includes digital video outputs (HDMI, DisplayPort, and DVI-I), and outperforms the older GTX 960 while running exceptionally cool and quiet. Cons: The card is not officially "VR Ready" and exhibits noticeable lagging and frame drops during demanding virtual reality scenarios. It...

tekeverything.com

11/04/2016

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Zotac GTX 1050 TI Review - Tek Everything

The Zotac GTX 1050 Ti Mini is a compact, budget-friendly graphics card designed specifically for reliable 1080p gaming without breaking the bank. Testing reveals impressive performance benchmarks at medium-to-high settings, yielding 61 fps in Battlefield 1, 103 fps in Overwatch, and up to 266 fps in League of Legends. Its standout pros include a very low 75W TDP that eliminates the need for external power connectors, a short 5.7-inch length ideal for tight mini-ITX cases, and a quiet 90mm fan that stays whisper-quiet under load. Additionally, it allows for a decent 8% performance boost through overclocking to speeds between 1800-1900MHz. On the downside, the card features a very basic, no-frills physical design that lacks premium aesthetics like LED lighting, copper heat pipes, or a backplate. Its connectivity is somewhat restricted with only three physical video ports—one HDMI 2.0, one DisplayPort, and one DVI connector. It completely lacks SLI support for multi-GPU setups, and attempting to push overclocks past 1900MHz immediately triggers system instability and crashes. Ultimately, it is entirely incapable of handling 4K resolution or virtual reality (VR) gaming. The...

pcmag.com

20/01/2017

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Zotac GeForce GTX 1050 Mini Review - PCMag

The PCMag review awards the Zotac GeForce GTX 1050 Mini an Editors' Choice designation for its excellent, entry-level 1080p gaming performance. Key pros include an ultra-compact, 5.7-inch dual-slot design ideal for small cases and a 75-watt TDP that requires no external power connectors, all at a competitive $109.99 MSRP. However, the card is limited by its 2GB VRAM and reference clock speeds, failing to maintain 60 fps in demanding titles, while offering only three display outputs.

guru3d.com

20/12/2016

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ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1050 Ti MINI Review - Guru3D

The Guru3D review highlights the ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1050 Ti MINI as an ultra-compact, budget-friendly graphics card built on Nvidia’s 14nm Pascal architecture. Equipped with 768 shader processors and 4GB of GDDR5 memory on a 128-bit bus, this card targets budget-conscious gamers looking for solid Full HD (1080p) performance. A major advantage of this dual-slot card is its highly compact form factor, making it an excellent fit for small, cluttered Mini-ITX PC cases. Furthermore, it features an incredibly low 75-watt TDP, allowing it to draw all necessary power directly from the PCIe slot without needing an extra 6-pin power connector from the PSU. The review also notes that despite its stock clock settings of 1303 MHz (base) and 1418 MHz (boost), the underlying GP107 GPU maintains decent tweaking potential for manual overclocking. On the downside, Guru3D mentions that regional market realities compromised its budget friendliness, pushing EU pricing to €169 compared to its $139.99 US price tag. To maintain its tiny footprint, the card utilizes a very simple aluminum heatsink paired with a single small 50mm cooling fan. While the...

hardware.fr

01/02/2017

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le test de cartes Asus, Gigabyte, MSI, Sapphire et Zotac

This 2017 review evaluates entry-level graphics cards, focusing on the 14nm AMD Radeon RX 460 against Nvidia’s GeForce GTX 1050 and GTX 1050 Ti. Tested on a high-end Intel X99 platform across various modern titles at 1080p, the benchmark results show a decisive victory for Nvidia in pure horsepower. At stock specifications, the basic GTX 1050 2GB outperforms the baseline RX 460 2GB by a massive margin of over 30%. Even premium, highly overclocked partner variants of the RX 460 from Asus and Sapphire—which feature custom cooling and unlocked power targets—only close that performance deficit by about 10%. Meanwhile, the GTX 1050 Ti 4GB establishes itself as a stronger mid-step, delivering a further frame-rate bump over its smaller sibling, though all of these entry-level options sit significantly below the massive performance tier occupied by mid-range cards like the GTX 1060 or RX 470. Pros & Cons Breakdown Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 / 1050 Ti Pros: Exceptional power efficiency with a maximum draw of around 60W, massive 30%+ performance lead out of the box, superior overclocking headroom via voltage curve scaling,...

hardware.fr

01/02/2017

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Les GeForce GTX 1050 et 1050 Ti : MSI et Zotac HardWare.fr

This Hardware.fr review analyzes three budget NVIDIA graphics cards built on the 14nm GP107 architecture: the MSI GTX 1050 T(win) OC 2 Go, the MSI GTX 1050 Ti OC 4 Go, and the Zotac GTX 1050 Ti Mini 4 Go. A major pro shared by all three models is their highly efficient power consumption, which stays safely within the 66W reference limit on the 12V rail. This eliminates the need for external power connectors and makes them highly compatible upgrades for pre-built office PCs. Furthermore, they all feature a reliable 3-phase power delivery design and a standard video connectivity suite consisting of Dual-Link DVI, HDMI, and DisplayPort. Each model also provides a mild factory overclock ranging from a 1% boost on the Zotac mini card to a 4% boost on the MSI iterations. However, the review exposes distinct cooling and build quality cons, particularly regarding the single-fan MSI GTX 1050 Ti OC. The two-part plastic shroud of this specific card suffers from severe structural vibrations, causing noise levels to skyrocket to an insupportable 39 dBA unless manually dampened with paper....

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What we like about ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mini

Compact size: Ideal for small form factor (SFF) and mini-ITX builds due to its 145mm length.
Power efficient: Bus-powered design that draws only 75W, requiring no additional PCIe power connectors.
Ease of installation: Straightforward plug-and-play setup, making it suitable for upgrading older pre-built office PCs.
Quiet and cool operation: Generally stays under 50-60°C under load with a relatively silent single-fan cooler.
Capable 1080p performance: Solid frame rates for esports titles (e.g., Fortnite, CS:GO) and older AAA games on medium/high settings.
Great value: Often cited as a top budget-friendly choice for entry-level gaming setups.

What we don't like about ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mini

Performance limits: Struggles to maintain 60fps in modern, demanding AAA games at high or ultra settings.
Aging architecture: Lacks support for modern features like ray tracing or DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling).
Audible fan curve: Some users report a minimum fan speed lock at 45%, which can be audible in extremely quiet environments.
Limited longevity: The 4GB VRAM and older Pascal architecture may not hold value as well as newer series (e.g., GTX 1660 or RX 6000 series).
Not suitable for high resolutions: Performance drops significantly at 1440p or 4K; strictly a 1080p-focused card.
Instability when overclocked: While factory overclocked models exist, reaching higher manual overclocks can be unstable due to the 75W bus power limit.

Verdict

The Zotac GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mini is a compact, dual-slot graphics card based on the NVIDIA Pascal architecture, featuring 768 CUDA cores and 4GB of GDDR5 VRAM on a 128-bit memory bus. It operates with a base clock speed of 1303 MHz and a boost clock of 1417 MHz, utilizing a single 90mm fan and a Sunflower heatsink for cooling within its 144.78mm (5.7-inch) frame. Its primary advantages include a power-efficient 75W TDP that requires no external PCIe power connectors, making it ideal for upgrading older pre-built systems or small form factor (Mini-ITX) builds while delivering solid 1080p gaming performance. However, notable drawbacks include its inability to maintain 60 FPS in modern AAA titles at high settings, lack of support for contemporary features like ray tracing or DLSS, and audible fan noise under heavy loads compared to larger multi-fan alternatives.

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