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Radeon IGP 340M [in 1 benchmark]


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Radeon IGP 340M

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  • Interface AGP 4x
  • Core clock speed 2
  • Max video memory System Shared
  • Memory type System Shared
  • Memory clock speed System Shared
  • Maximum resolution

Summary

ATI started Radeon IGP 340M sales 5 October 2002. This is Rage 6 architecture notebook card based on 180 nm manufacturing process and primarily aimed at gamers.

Compatibility-wise, this is card attached via AGP 4x interface.

We have no data on Radeon IGP 340M benchmark results.

General info


Some basic facts about Radeon IGP 340M: architecture, market segment, release date etc.

Place in performance rating not rated
Architecture Rage 6 (2000−2007)
GPU code name RS200
Market segment Laptop
Release date 5 October 2002 (20 years ago)
Current price $184 of 49999 (A100 SXM4)

Technical specs


Radeon IGP 340M’s general performance parameters such as number of shaders, GPU base clock, manufacturing process, texturing and calculation speed. These parameters indirectly speak of Radeon IGP 340M’s performance, but for precise assessment you have to consider its benchmark and gaming test results.

Pipelines / CUDA cores 2 of 18432 (AD102)
Core clock speed 2 MHz of 2610 (Radeon RX 6500 XT)
Boost clock speed 180 MHz of 3599 (Radeon RX 7990 XTX)
Number of transistors 30 million of 14400 (GeForce GTX 1080 SLI Mobile)
Manufacturing process technology 180 nm of 4 (GeForce RTX 4080 Ti)
Texture fill rate 0.37 of 969.9 (h200 SXM5 96 GB)

Compatibility, dimensions and requirements


Information on Radeon IGP 340M’s compatibility with other computer components. Useful when choosing a future computer configuration or upgrading an existing one. For notebook video cards it’s notebook size, connection slot and bus, if the video card is inserted into a slot instead of being soldered to the notebook motherboard.

Interface AGP 4x
Supplementary power connectors None

Memory


Parameters of memory installed on Radeon IGP 340M: its type, size, bus, clock and resulting bandwidth. Note that GPUs integrated into processors have no dedicated memory and use a shared part of system RAM instead.

Memory type System Shared
Maximum RAM amount System Shared of 128 (Radeon Instinct MI250X)
Memory bus width System Shared of 8192 (Radeon Instinct MI250X)
Memory clock speed System Shared of 22400 (GeForce RTX 4080)
Shared memory +

Video outputs and ports


Types and number of video connectors present on Radeon IGP 340M. As a rule, this section is relevant only for desktop reference graphics cards, since for notebook ones the availability of certain video outputs depends on the laptop model, while non-reference desktop models can (though not necessarily will) bear a different set of video ports.

Display Connectors No outputs

API support


APIs supported by Radeon IGP 340M, sometimes including their particular versions.

DirectX 7.0
OpenGL 1.4 of 4.6 (GeForce GTX 1080 Mobile)
OpenCL N/A
Vulkan N/A

Benchmark performance


Non-gaming benchmark performance of Radeon IGP 340M. Note that overall benchmark performance is measured in points in 0-100 range.


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Passmark

This is probably the most ubiquitous benchmark, part of Passmark PerformanceTest suite. It gives the graphics card a thorough evaluation under various load, providing four separate benchmarks for Direct3D versions 9, 10, 11 and 12 (the last being done in 4K resolution if possible), and few more tests engaging DirectCompute capabilities.

Benchmark coverage: 26%


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Intel HD Graphics vs ATI Radeon IGP 340M


Comparative analysis of Intel HD Graphics and ATI Radeon IGP 340M videocards for all known characteristics in the following categories: Essentials, Technical info, Video outputs and ports, Compatibility, dimensions and requirements, API support, Memory.
Benchmark videocards performance analysis: PassMark — G3D Mark, PassMark — G2D Mark, Geekbench — OpenCL, GFXBench 4.0 — Car Chase Offscreen (Frames), GFXBench 4.0 — Car Chase Offscreen (Fps).

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Differences

Reasons to consider the Intel HD Graphics

  • Videocard is newer: launch date 12 year(s) 3 month(s) later
  • Around 64% higher core clock speed: 300 MHz vs 183 MHz
  • 4.7x more boost clock speed: 850 MHz vs 180 MHz
  • A newer manufacturing process allows for a more powerful, yet cooler running videocard: 14 nm vs 180 nm
  • 151.3x better performance in PassMark — G3D Mark: 454 vs 3
  • Around 87% better performance in PassMark — G2D Mark: 191 vs 102







Launch date 5 January 2015 vs 5 October 2002
Core clock speed 300 MHz vs 183 MHz
Boost clock speed 850 MHz vs 180 MHz
Manufacturing process technology 14 nm vs 180 nm
PassMark — G3D Mark 454 vs 3
PassMark — G2D Mark 191 vs 102

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Name Intel HD Graphics ATI Radeon IGP 340M
PassMark — G3D Mark 454 3
PassMark — G2D Mark 191 102
Geekbench — OpenCL 5315
GFXBench 4. 0 — Car Chase Offscreen (Frames) 470
GFXBench 4.0 — Car Chase Offscreen (Fps) 8

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Intel HD Graphics ATI Radeon IGP 340M
Architecture Generation 8.0 Rage 6
Code name Broadwell GT1 RS200
Launch date 5 January 2015 5 October 2002
Place in performance rating 1218 1215
Type Desktop Laptop
Boost clock speed 850 MHz 180 MHz
Core clock speed 300 MHz 183 MHz
Floating-point performance 15. 6 gflops
Manufacturing process technology 14 nm 180 nm
Pipelines 6
Texture fill rate 1.3 GTexel / s
Thermal Design Power (TDP) 6 Watt
Transistor count 1,300 million 30 million
Display Connectors No outputs No outputs
Interface PCIe 3. 0 x1 AGP 4x
Supplementary power connectors

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DirectX 12.0 (11_1) 7.0
OpenGL 4.6 1.4
Memory type System Shared
Shared memory

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Baby HP NC4010 — Ferra.

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«For a long time we did not appear in the reviews of ultraportable single-spindle laptops» — we thought and decided to correct this omission. We present to your attention a review of a similar model from one of the most famous and respected brands in the mobile PC market — Hewlett-Packard.

The laptop has several interesting features: firstly, it is equipped with both a wireless network adapter and a Bluetooth module, secondly, it has two cursor control devices, and thirdly, this is one of the rare models on the market based on Pentium M processor, but at the same time they are not formally Centrino laptops. Now about everything in order and in more detail. nine0003

Technical characteristics

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Weight 9000 9000 9000

Like most HP notebooks, this model is positioned as a corporate solution — for truly mobile use:

“The HP Compaq nc4010 ultra-portable business notebook allows mobile professionals to perform their work efficiently regardless of their location. Maximize productivity on the go with the latest Intel® Pentium® M processor, Microsoft® Windows® XP, ATI Mobility Radeon UMA 64MB DDR SDRAM graphics, a wide range of security options, an impressive range of wired and wireless communications, and the ability to installing an additional battery. nine0180

We can’t help but argue with one of the statements regarding the graphics adapter. Despite the fact that mobile solutions from ATI have proven themselves to be the best over the years of this company’s presence on the market, this particular video adapter is far from the best option, but rather, as you yourself can see in the performance testing part of this review, the worst from modern ones.

The cost of this model in the configuration we tested is just over $2000, the most modest configuration will cost you about $200-300 less. nine0003

Exterior

The laptop is designed in the corporate style of HP — the main body of matte black plastic plus a few silver accents. It looks stylish and recognizable — you can’t confuse a laptop from HP with anything.

Unlike most manufacturers, HP does not use a wedge-shaped case that makes the laptop visually thinner. In this case, this is not required, the NC4010 is simply not able to look bulky, the model is really quite compact.

The cover of the notebook is made of smooth plastic. The motives that encourage manufacturers to use this type of plastic are not entirely clear, because fingerprints are clearly visible on it (they remain even with absolutely clean hands).

There is only one overtly decorative element in the design, the touchpad design. It is quite enough to make the appearance of the laptop a little more memorable and, at the same time, remain quite strict.

In general, we rate the design as an A-minus (minus for the plastic cover), you may like or dislike this design, but in any case it leaves the impression of a quality item and bears the corporate identity. Which is exactly what is required. nine0003

Ergonomics

For mobile use, the laptop is very convenient: it takes up little space in a backpack/bag/briefcase and, of course, does not pull the shoulder at all during transportation. What is important, for comfortable work with it, not so much free space is needed — it can be conveniently arranged on a small table (for example, in an airplane or a conference room), on your knees, or even work on weight.

In the «desktop» version, ergonomics leave much to be desired — if there is a need to frequently use the laptop in the office, it is preferable to purchase a docking station and use an external keyboard. nine0003

Input Devices

Fitting a truly comfortable keyboard into a 12-inch laptop is an impossible task. Naturally, something has to be sacrificed. In this case, the size of the keys is slightly reduced and a significant number of combined values ​​​​are used. Another disadvantage is the very small size of the cursor keys.

But there are pluses. Firstly, Fn is in its rightful place between Ctrl and Start, and secondly, those keys that are supposed to have increased sizes (such as Enter, Backspace, and so on) have them. Finally, thirdly, the mechanical properties of the keyboard are beyond praise — the clicks are very soft and quiet. nine0003

NP NC4010 has one interesting and unusual feature — it has two cursor positioners. The first is TouchPad familiar to most modern users with good sensitivity and comfortable buttons. True, without a scroll button.

And as an alternative control there is Stickpoint — a small joystick located between the «G», «H» and «B» keys.

The mouse buttons are duplicated above the touch panel for easy control. nine0003

Most modern users will prefer to use the TouchPad exclusively, but believe me, in some situations Stickpoint is also very convenient — for example, when working with a laptop on weight.

Either way, two cursor control options are better than one, so everyone can work with whatever input device they’re most comfortable with.

Communication connectors

The NC4010 does not differ in a large number of connectors, which is quite natural, given its small dimensions. There are no ports on the front of the case. nine0003

On the right, where dual-spindle laptops usually have an optical drive, there are no connectors either.

So only the rear and left sides of the case remain for the ports, which are quite densely covered with them:

In addition, there are several connectors on the bottom — for connecting a docking station and an additional battery.

They are not flawlessly executed, the port replicator does not have any shutters at all that protect against dirt and debris from getting on the contacts, and the shutter of the additional battery connector moves too easily, so it also seems to be gone. nine0003

Let’s single out a few advantages of the «detachable» part of the laptop’s ergonomics:
• The presence of an infrared port. Recently, the «red eye» is not found in modern models as often as we would like.
• The presence of a card reader, however, only for SD / MMC cards.
• Convenient placement of audio jacks.
• PCMCIA expansion slot.
• TV-out.

And a few cons:
• Only two USB ports. Not enough, despite the fact that there is no PS / 2 connector at all, and there is no docking station in the kit. nine0233 • The already mentioned above unsuccessful execution of the port replicator and the additional battery connector.
• Lack of IEEE 1394 port. Owners of digital video cameras with this interface will have to look for another model — or forget about sharing a camera and a laptop.

Cooling system

The cooling system of the HP NC4010 is well-arranged — the main air intake on the bottom is duplicated by a smaller hole on the back of the case. Thus, it is almost impossible to “cut off the oxygen” to a laptop by placing it on your knees or on a soft surface. nine0003

The fan runs quite often due to CPU usage on the Banias core. Medium volume fan noise — not that it’s terribly loud, but still annoying.

Sound

Unlike most modern notebooks that use two built-in speakers for sound output, the NC4010 has only one speaker. Despite the fact that it is only one (hence Mono sound), it is comparable in sound quality to most «two-speaker» laptops. And in terms of volume it even surpasses many of them, because the NC4010 sounds really loud. nine0003

The audio output is located next to the loudspeaker on the front of the case, making it possible to comfortably use headphones with a short cable.

Above the keyboard there are small volume and mute buttons. Thanks to them, you do not have to use the control on the taskbar once again.

Screen

The matrix installed in the laptop leaves much to be desired. In fact, a laptop for $2,000 (and even a little more) could have had an order of magnitude better screen. The positive qualities of this matrix: high brightness, which allows you to work comfortably in bright daylight, including outdoors, and a short response time, the image is almost never smeared. But the contrast is very low. As for the viewing angles, they are frankly small. nine0003

Internals

Although the NC4010 is equipped with a Pentium M processor, the is not a Centrino laptop because the chipset and wireless network card it uses do not belong to this platform (remember: the «official» Centrino — this is a combination of a mobile processor from Intel, a mobile chipset from Intel and a wireless network card, again from Intel).

Processor

The previous generation Pentium M processor was installed in the configuration that came to us for testing — on the Banias core:

Taking into account that Celeron M with L2 cache of 1 MB has already appeared on the market (while being manufactured according to the 0.09 micron process technology), the use of Banias is a pure minus.

Chipset and video

The chipset used in the HP NC4010 is not entirely clear. The 350M chipset is simply absent in ATI’s model range: there is a 320M, there is a 340M, but there is not a single 350M at all — after the 340th, the numbering system abruptly changes to a four-digit one, and then immediately comes the Mobility Radeon 7000 IGP (the next models are 9000 and 9100).

Our colleagues from some publications hastened to conclusions and designated it as 9200 IGP (which, however, also does not exist) or 9000/9100 IGP. But two theoretical arguments speak against this:
• The last «numbered» chipset from ATI is the 340M IGP. It is logical that the 350M is the next in the lineup, and not the second / third.
• An additional theoretical confirmation is the confusion that HP made by mentioning a non-existent chipset model in the laptop specifications. And where the manufacturer makes confusion, it is logical to assume the worst options there — otherwise why would this confusion be arranged? nine0003

These arguments are indirectly confirmed by the observed results (here we will jump ahead a little and talk about the test results):
• Stunningly low performance of the video subsystem (the results are given below, in the corresponding part of the article). «350M IGP» loses in speed even Intel Extreme Graphics 2, traditionally considered one of the slowest video systems on the market.
• Lack of support for DirectX 8, namely pixel shaders. But the 9000/9100 IGP must support them! To check this, it turned out to be enough to run the Nature test from the 3DMark2001 package — the launch gave «No hardware support — skipping test». nine0003

Thus, the 350M IGP, apparently, is actually modified for use in conjunction with the Pentium M chipset Radeon Mobility 7000 IGP (or even 340M). Since clear specifications of this exotic product are not available, we will not give the characteristics. Those who wish to inquire about the characteristics of the aforementioned 340M and 7000 IGP can find them on the ATI website (www.ati.com/products/mobile.html).

As for the memory used, the laptop has a 256 MB PC2700 built-in (or rather, inserted into a slot inaccessible to the user), and another 256 MB PC2700 stick was in the user-accessible slot in the instance that we tested. nine0003

Miscellaneous

Other important devices installed in the notebook include the following:

• Ambit Microsystems 802.11b/g wireless networking module.
• Bluetooth module from Anatel.
• Hitachi TravelStar Hard Drive Model HTS548060M9AT00: 60 GB; spindle speed 5400 rpm; buffer 8 MB.
• Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps) Wired Network Adapter.
• Agere Systemc AC’97 modem.

Performance test

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Processor Intel® Pentium® M 1.4–1,8 GGCL2
Radeon IGP 350M
RAM volume from 256 to 1024 MB 266 MHz DDR SDRAM
HARD DS dated 40 GB to 60 GBAT 5400 rpm. 0021
Optical drives • 24×/10×/24×/8× DVD/CD-RW combo *• 24× CD-RW*• 8× DVD-ROM*• 24× CD-ROM* * For use, you need an external compartment Multibay or an extended port replicator
Video card ATI Mobility Radeon with 32/64 MB of the jointly used memory of DDR SDRAM
DEMODOMA 12.1 1024 × 768 pixels (16.7M colors)
Interfaces • PC Card slot –1 (type II)• S-Video – 1• VGA – 1• replicator port – 1• headphone output – 1• microphone input – 1• RJ modem connector -11 — 1• RJ-45 network connector — 1• infrared port — 1• USB 2.0 ports — 2• battery extension slot — 1
Communication options NIC • modem 56K (V.92)
Wireless Networking Products • Integrated MiniPCI 802.11b (Intel), 802.11b/g or 802.11a/b/g combo card (optional) • Integrated Bluetooth interface (optional)
flash cards Integrated Secure Digital (SD) slot
PC Card slots Type II PC Card slot for 32-bit CardBus and 16-bit PC Cards
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dimensions (in × Sh × g) 2. 79 × 27.94 × 23.37 cm
1.59 kg

Celeron M 320 1300 400 512 256 PC2700 Intel Extreme Graphics 2 32 133/133
HP NC4010 Pentium M 1700 400 1024 512 ATI 350M IGP 64 900 9 182/166
RoverBook Navigator W200 Pentium M 715 1500 400 2048 256 PC2700 Intel Extreme Graphics 2 32 133/133
Bliss 502c Pentium M 735 1700 400 2048 PC2700 Intel Extreme Graphics 2 0021
IRU STILO 6154 Pentium M 735 1700 400 512 PC2700

ATI Mobility Radeeon Radeon?
Fujitsu-Siemens Lifebook T4010 Pentium M 745 1800 400 2048 512 PC2700 Intel Extreme Graphics 2 32 133/133
LG LM70- P333 Mem HDD
MaxSelect TravelBook M620 4282 3619 683
HP NC4010 5285 3548 736
RoverBook Navigator W200 5060 8466 444
Bliss 502c 5780 9931 705
iRU Stilo 6154 5697 9714 760
Fujitsu-Siemens Lifebook T4010 6032 9507 737
LG LM70-P333 6294 11710 777

In terms of memory performance, even a laptop on the old Celeron M is ahead, in the processor test everything is a little better, but laptops with a similar clock frequency from Dothan are far away. The LG LM70 on the Sonoma platform is even further away. nine0019 HP NC4010 2407 3004 1506 586 3082 iRU Stilo 6154 3417 3323 2707 2035 2917 Fujitsu-Siemens Lifebook T4010 2897 3466 2533 621 3032 LG LM70-P333 3791 3619 3250 2237 3210

NC4010 It hardly takes out the victory from the inexpensive Maxselet M620, the rest of the competitors go far ahead.

As for the video system, as we have already said, its performance is amazingly low:

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BLISS 5020 920 9200021

5755
MaxSelect TravelBook M620 2108
HP NC4010 1700
Bliss 502c 2097
Fujitsu-Siemens Lifebook T4010 2329

Even an integrated solution from Intel is faster, let alone a discrete (albeit very cheap) graphics chip from NVIDIA.

Overall, performance leaves a lot to be desired. For an expensive corporate laptop, it is extremely low. Even installing a new version of the Pentium M processor on the Dothan core will only partially save the situation, because the laptop uses an outdated and low-performance chipset. nine0003

Battery life

The laptop is powered by a battery that has a low capacity — only 3600 mAh. An interesting feature of the battery is the light charge indicator:

Nowadays, such indicators are rarely installed, although earlier (5 years ago) they were very popular. Thanks to this useful element, you can see the battery charge without turning on the laptop, which can be very convenient. The indicator is located on the outside of the battery, so you do not have to remove it from the battery compartment. nine0003

A compact adapter with a power of about 65 W (18.5 V; 3.5 A) is used to charge the batteries, as well as to supply power from the mains:

Unfortunately, there is no power indicator on it.
Since the laptop does not have an optical drive, either internal or external, this time we limited ourselves to testing battery life only in office applications. The result was compared with the following models:0018 15,0″ Intel EG2 HP NC4010 3600 11,1 39,96 Pentium M 1700 0.13 12.1 « ATI 350M Igp Roverbook Navigator W200 4000

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0.09 12.1 « Intel EG2 BLISS 502C 4400 11.1 48. 84 17 , 0 « Intel EG2 IRO STILO 6154 4400 11.1 48.84 Pentium M 735 0.09

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0.09 9ATHER Fujitsu-Siemens Lifebook T4010 4800 10,8 51,84 Pentium M 745 1800 0,09 12,1″ Intel EG2 LG LM70-P333 4800 11 , 1 53.28 Pentium M 750 1860 0.09 15.0 « ATI MRX600

, as well as performance, time of work from the battery is very ineffective (Tentatively, Bata, Batar and itself has a low capacity — a tribute to miniaturization): 210 LG LM70-P333 192

Conclusions

It seems to us that it is quite a difficult task to unambiguously evaluate the model, so we will limit ourselves to giving its pluses and minuses.

Pros:
• Great design — memorable and recognizable, in the corporate style of HP.
• Bluetooth and WLAN all in one. nine0233 • Fairly good ergonomics for a notebook of such small size.
• Availability of two cursor control devices — TouchPad and Stickpoint.

Cons:
• Outdated hardware.
• Poor performance.
• Not the best battery life.
• High price.

Types of pneumatics — review material

Pneumatic weapons

Devices and Devices

Pneumatic weapons — a weapon designed to hit a target at a distance with a projectile that receives directed movement due to the energy of compressed, liquefied or solidified gas; nine0233

Gas weapons — weapons intended for temporary chemical destruction of a living target by the use of tear or irritating substances;

(as amended by Federal Law No. 398-FZ of December 28, 2010).

Modern pneumatic weapons are primarily intended for sports and recreational shooting, as well as hunting for birds and small animals, rabbits, hares, etc. Therefore, the power of pneumatics is small: the muzzle energy of sports and recreational pneumatics usually does not exceed 7.5 J, and hunting — 25 J.
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Types of pneumatic weapons

Spring-piston pneumatics : compressed air for throwing a bullet is formed directly at the moment of the shot due to the movement of a massive piston inside the cylinder, accelerated by an expanding spring. Spring-piston devices are quite simple. They do not have a system of bypass valves and a reservoir for storing compressed air. The air cylinder (reservoir) of the weapon is directly connected to the barrel. When the cocking lever is moved inside the cylinder, the piston moves, compressing the mainspring. The piston is held in this position by a trigger mechanism.
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When fired, the piston moves forward and, under the action of the elasticity of the spring and the stored kinetic energy of the massive piston, compresses the air gap between the piston and the bullet. At some point, the pressure of the compressed air of the layer overcomes the frictional resistance of the bullet against the walls of the barrel, the bullet begins to move forward and flies out of the barrel.

Compression pneumatics: in which the compressed air for throwing a bullet is released at the time of the shot from a special storage chamber. Air is pumped into the storage chamber before each shot using a hand pump located on the weapon. When the air in the tank is rapidly compressed, it heats up and then gradually cools down, giving off excess heat to the metal tank.
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Therefore, the pressure in the tank immediately after charging is higher than after a few minutes. This factor must be taken into account when assessing the repeatability of the characteristics of a shot, especially with frequent shooting. There is no return. The weak point of the design is the presence of a system of precision intake and exhaust valves. Compression weapons require careful handling, care and highly skilled repair.

Gas-balloon pneumatics: in this type of pneumatic weapon, the gaseous phase of carbon dioxide (CO2) is used to fire a shot. In carbon dioxide systems, disposable 8 and 12 gram CO2 cartridges are most often used, which on average are enough for 40-50 and 80-90 shots respectively. Some rifles use large reloadable CO2 tanks.

Multi-compression pneumatics — with multiple manual pumping. The device is similar to systems with a one-time pumping. The only difference is that it takes several cycles of lever movement to charge the tank. As a result, it becomes possible to vary the power of the shot and even fire several shots from one tank charge. The repeatability of the characteristics of the shot is worse than in the system with a single pumping due to the uneven heating and compression force with each subsequent pumping of the cycle. The shot power is high, the initial speed of a 4.5 mm caliber bullet weighing 0.5 g is up to 220-280 m/s.
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Pre-Pumped Pneumatics (PCP Pneumatics): With a reservoir of air or other gas located under the barrel or in the buttstock. The pressure in the cylinder is about 200 atm. There are options with a high ultimate pressure, about 300 atm. Air is pumped into the tank using a high-pressure pump or using a pre-filled cylinder. Also, helium can be used as a working fluid, due to its better compressibility and higher speed of sound in it.
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In direct-flow rifles, air from the reservoir, metered by a valve, enters the barrel and pushes the bullet. For stable sport shooting in series, as a rule, geared rifles are recommended. The gas reducer provides stable air pressure, which then enters the barrel through the combat valve of the rifle and pushes the bullet.

Muzzle Energy and Caliber

  • Up to 3 J, of any caliber — according to the legislation of the Russian Federation, it is not a weapon, and is intended primarily for initial training in shooting and recreational shooting; nine1206
  • Up to 3 J, caliber 6 or 8 mm — according to the legislation of the Russian Federation, it is not a weapon, with an imitation of the appearance of a real military weapon. Basically, automatic weapons powered by an electric motor, but gas and spring models are also common. Ammunition — plastic balls (BB) with a diameter of 6 or 8 mm. It is used for recreational shooting and for military sports games, such as Airsoft or Airsoft.
  • about 3.5 J, caliber 10 mm — outwardly copying a real weapon, in the territory of the Russian Federation it is not a weapon and is classified as a sports projectile. nine1206
  • up to 7.5 J, caliber 4.5 mm — sporting and hunting air guns, air guns for initial shooting training and recreational shooting.
  • over 7.5 to 25 J, calibers 4.5; 5.0; 5.5; 6.35 mm — Sports and hunting pneumatic weapons, in Russia they are sold under the license of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and require registration like firearms.
  • from 25 J and above, practically any caliber — sporting and hunting pneumatic weapons, pneumatic weapons for military use (training shooting), in Russia, mostly not certified, since the existing legislation does not provide for the existence of pneumatic weapons with muzzle energy above 25 J and in connection with this, its turnover is not regulated by law.