Tablet hardware decryption: What is virtual memory? What is its function?

In recent years, a unique professional term has become popular in the tablet industry, that is virtual memory! Many people always see words like "4GB physical memory + 8GB virtual memory" when buying a tablet. Physical memory is easier to understand, referring to the memory space obtained through the memory stick, which is what we call RAM. So, what exactly is virtual memory? What is the difference with RAM? What role can it play in a tablet? BMAX will answer these questions for you below.

As we all know, RAM is a key component in a tablet for temporarily storing and processing temporary data, and has an important impact on the tablet's running speed and performance, multitasking, system response speed, compatibility and scalability. We can think of RAM as the stage for program operation. When the running program is relatively large, or there are many running programs, the stage will appear to be more crowded, and the smoothness of program operation will naturally be affected. At this time, virtual memory comes in handy!

Virtual memory is a powerful technology for expanding RAM capacity. It uses part of the hard disk space as memory, thereby easing the pressure of insufficient memory. Therefore, virtual memory plays an important role in the following three aspects.

1. Improve running speed and fluency

By utilizing the hard disk space, a virtual address space larger than the physical memory is created. This allows the system to maintain efficient operation even when physical memory resources are limited.

2. Improve multitasking performance

Store infrequently used data on the hard disk, thereby freeing up more memory for allocation to other tasks. Even under high load conditions, the system can maintain good response speed and stability.

3. Enhance system stability

It isolates the memory space of each process to prevent errors in one or more processes from affecting other processes, thus avoiding program crashes or system freezes to a certain extent.

In short, virtual memory makes the stage for program operation larger, so that the program has more room to display, and the operation becomes more efficient and smooth.

Generally speaking, tablets can be equipped with virtual memory that is the same as their physical memory, or even twice the physical memory, to form a larger fusion memory. In this way, when users need to run large programs or open multiple applications, they can enjoy a smoother and more comfortable experience. For example, many tablets launched by BMAX are equipped with fusion memory that is 50% to 100% larger than the physical memory, and have excellent performance in reading and writing speed, response speed, and multi-tasking. Moreover, they are all equipped with configurations that are at a superior level among similar products in the market, and the experience is excellent whether it is work, study, or entertainment. Let's take a look at their strengths together!

BMAX I9 Plus

Screen: 10.1” IPS HD screen

Processor: Rockchip RK3562

GPU: ARM Mali-G52 2EE

Memory: 4GB physical memory + 8GB virtual memory

Storage: 64GB

System: Android 15

Camera: 5MP front + 2MP rear

Network: WiFi 6

Features: This is a cost-effective entertainment tablet with a luxurious and elegant all-metal appearance design, equipped with low power consumption, high-performance processor, new Android 15 system, and supports powerful WiFi 6, meeting daily office, online classes, and light entertainment needs.

BMAX I10 Plus

Screen: 10.1” IPS HD screen

Processor: Unisoc T606

GPU: ARM Mail G57

Memory: 4GB physical memory + 8GB virtual memory

Storage: 128GB

System: Android 15

Camera: 8MP front + 5MP rear

Features: It has a full metal body with right-angle frame, and the lens module adopts a stylish Swiss watch ring design, which is full of mild luxury. It is equipped with an eight-core T606 powerful chip and the new Android 15 system. It can run mainstream games such as League of Legends and Crossfire smoothly, making daily entertainment more exciting.

BMAX I11 S

Screen: 11” IPS HD screen

Processor: Unisoc T606

GPU: ARM Mail G57

Memory: 4GB physical memory + 8GB virtual memory

Storage: 128GB

System: Android 15

Camera: 8MP front + 5MP rear

Features: The body adopts fashionable nano blue color, which is full of youthful vitality and unique literary style. With 11” IPS HD large screen, it brings more immersive and shocking visual effects. Equipped with eight-core T606 powerful processor and the new Android 15 system, it runs smoothly and allows you to enjoy unlimited fun.

BMAX I11 Power

Screen: 11” IPS 2K screen

Processor: MediaTek G99

GPU: ARM Mail G57

Memory: 8GB physical memory + 12GB virtual memory

Storage: 128GB

System: Android 14

Camera: 13MP front camera + 5MP rear camera

Network: 4G full network

Features: This is the flagship model of BMAX tablet. It has an ultra-thin metal body with a thickness of only 7.6mm and an excellent 11” IPS 2K screen. It is excellent in both grip and visual experience. The eight-core powerful G99 brings a unique and ultimate experience. The high-definition dual camera allows you to take beautiful photos at any time.

BMAX I8

Screen: 7.9” 2K screen, 4:3 golden ratio

Processor: Allwinner A523

GPU: Mali-G57 MC1 2EE

Memory: 4GB physical memory + 8GB virtual memory

Storage: 128GB

System: Android 14

Camera: 8MP front + 5MP rear

Network: WiFi 6

Features: It’s lightweight and compact and can be held in one hand. The 2K screen with 4:3 golden ratio is colorful, clear and pleasing to the eye, giving you a comfortable reading experience like a book, and it is also an online cinema and mini-game artifact that you can play with one hand!