Comparing: GeForce MX350 [Disk] vs Samsung KLM8G1GETF-B041

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About Hardware GeForce MX350 [Disk]

The NVIDIA GeForce MX350 is an entry-level GPU designed for thin and light laptops, delivering significant graphics performance improvements over the processor's built-in iGPU. The GPU is based on the Pascal architecture with 640 CUDA Cores, and features 2GB or 4GB of GDDR5 memory with 64-bit bus width. The MX350 is generally used for light graphics tasks such as photo editing, light video, and casual gaming, and provides GPU acceleration for CUDA-enabled creative applications.

But in this particular test, a portion of the video memory (VRAM) on the GeForce MX350 was configured as a VRAMDisk. The concept of a VRAMDisk is similar to a RAMDisk, but it uses the VRAM of the GPU as a super-fast storage medium. VRAMDisk allows the creation of temporary, high-speed drives that can be utilized for technical experiments, speed testing, or graphics caching in certain scenarios. Although its capacity is limited and volatile (data is lost on reboot), the high bandwidth and low latency of VRAM provide compelling performance in certain contexts.

The tests were conducted on a Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6 laptop with Intel Core i5-1135G7 processor, 12GB DDR4 3200MHz dual channel RAM, and Windows 11 22H2 operating system. The VRAMDisk was created from a 2GB GeForce MX350 GPU, with virtual disk sizes of 1GB and 1.5GB, using special software called GPU RAM Drive.

Benchmark results with CrystalDiskMark recorded read speeds of 1113.58 MB/s and write speeds of 995.48 MB/s, showing the high bandwidth potential of VRAM as a temporary storage medium. Although the performance does not match DDR4-based RAMDisks, VRAMDisks remain a unique and attractive solution for certain technical purposes, especially for users who want to utilize idle VRAM for fast I/O processes. With its dedicated laptop GPU form factor and PCIe x4 Gen 3.0 interface, the GeForce MX350 VRAMDisk opens up new exploration possibilities in the world of experimental graphics-based high-speed storage.

Device test (testbed):

Device: Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6
CPU: i5 1135G7
RAM: 12GB DDR4 3200MHz Dual Channel (8+4)
OS: Windows 11 22H2

Friday, 06 August 2021 04:34:19 | Update: 1 month ago

About Hardware Samsung KLM8G1GETF-B041

Samsung KLM8G1GETF-B041 is an 8GB eMMC storage module designed specifically for mobile devices, tablets, embedded systems, and various other compact electronic devices. Using eMMC 5.1 technology, this chip delivers balanced performance, high power efficiency, and long-term reliability in a space-saving and cost-effective package.

As an embedded storage solution, the module combines Samsung's high-quality NAND flash with an internal controller in a single BGA153 package. With the HS400 interface, the module is able to achieve data transfer rates that are capable enough to run lightweight operating systems, store application data, and handle basic file management processes. It is suitable for use in devices such as set-top boxes, Android TV, IoT devices, and light operating systems based on Linux or Android.

In tests using a FiberHome HG680-P device powered by Amlogic S905X with 2GB of RAM and AtvXperience (Android TV 6) operating system, the Samsung KLM8G1GETF-B041 recorded read speeds of 57.46 MB/s and write speeds of 37.79 MB/s on the Cross Platform Disk Test (Mobile). These figures show quite responsive performance for activities such as system booting, running light applications, and multimedia streaming.

Despite having only 8GB of capacity, this module is still relevant for scenarios that do not require large storage space, such as media players, lightweight Android-based systems, or IoT devices that perform specific functions. The lack of DRAM cache and the unstated TBW value indicate that this module is intended for light, less write-intensive workloads.

Overall, the Samsung KLM8G1GETF-B041 is a compact, efficient and reliable 8GB eMMC solution, ideal for embedded systems or devices with space and power constraints. For developers or system integrators who need stable performance embedded storage from a reputable brand, this eMMC is an option worth considering.

Device test (testbed):

Device: FiberHome HG680-P
CPU: Amlogic S905X
RAM: 2GB
Storage: 8GB
OS: AtvXperience (Android TV 6)

Wednesday, 14 June 2023 04:25:40 | Update: 1 month ago