GPU Knowledge Challenge

GPU Knowledge Challenge

Test your knowledge about Graphics Processing Units with this quiz featuring 12 questions.

published on March 14
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What does GPU stand for?

What does GPU stand for?
Graphics Processing Unit
General Purpose Unit
Gaming Processing Unit
Graphics Performance Unit
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Which company is known for producing the GeForce GPUs?

Which company is known for producing the GeForce GPUs?
Nvidia
AMD
Intel
Apple
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What is the main purpose of a GPU?

What is the main purpose of a GPU?
To render graphics
To manage storage
To process audio
To control network connections
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Which technology allows multiple GPUs to work together for increased performance?

Which technology allows multiple GPUs to work together for increased performance?
SLI/Crossfire
RAID
Bluetooth
Wi-Fi
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What is the purpose of VRAM in a GPU?

What is the purpose of VRAM in a GPU?
To store graphics data temporarily
To store system files
To process user input
To control cooling fans
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Which interface is commonly used to connect a GPU to a motherboard?

Which interface is commonly used to connect a GPU to a motherboard?
PCIe
USB
HDMI
Thunderbolt
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What is a key feature of a GPU architecture that aids in parallel processing?

What is a key feature of a GPU architecture that aids in parallel processing?
Many cores
Large cache memory
Single-core design
Low clock speed
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Which component of a GPU is responsible for running shaders and calculations?

Which component of a GPU is responsible for running shaders and calculations?
CUDA cores
VRAM modules
Memory controller
Power supply unit
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What is the purpose of a GPU heat sink and fan?

What is the purpose of a GPU heat sink and fan?
To cool the GPU chip
To increase performance
To reduce noise
To improve graphics quality
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Which GPU manufacturer is known for their Radeon series?

Which GPU manufacturer is known for their Radeon series?
AMD
Nvidia
Intel
Qualcomm
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What role does the GPU play in cryptocurrency mining?

What role does the GPU play in cryptocurrency mining?
Processing complex algorithms
Storing digital coins
Calculating exchange rates
Generating new currencies
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Which term refers to the process of increasing a GPU's clock speed beyond default limits?

Which term refers to the process of increasing a GPU's clock speed beyond default limits?
Overclocking
Underclocking
Boosting
Throttling