MSI
MSI Radeon R9 280X GAMING 3G graphics card
AMD Radeon graphics card with 3GB GDDR5 memory on a 384-bit bus and 6000MHz memory frequency for 2560×1600 resolution
- InterfacePCI Express 3.0 16X
- Chipset ManufacturerAMD
- Core Clock6000MHz
- Memory Size3GB
- Memory Interface384bit
- Memory TypeGDDR5
- 3 GB GDDR5 memory handles high-resolution textures
- 384-bit memory interface moves data quickly to the GPU
- 6000 MHz memory clock delivers responsive frame rates
- 2560×1600 maximum resolution supports large displays
- PCI Express 3.0 x16 connection provides ample bandwidth
3GB Radeon R9 280X for gaming builds
This MSI graphics card uses the AMD Radeon R9 280X GPU with 3GB of GDDR5 memory. It connects via a PCI Express 3.0 16X slot and draws power through one 6-pin and one 8-pin connector. The card targets enthusiasts building or upgrading a desktop system for 1440p gaming.
384-bit memory bus and 6000MHz clock set bandwidth
The 384-bit memory interface paired with a 6000MHz effective clock determines the maximum memory bandwidth available to the GPU. This bandwidth ceiling directly affects texture fill rates and frame-buffer throughput at higher detail settings. The PCI Express 3.0 16X link provides ample host bandwidth so the memory subsystem remains the primary bottleneck.
3GB VRAM capacity decides 1440p suitability
The 3GB frame buffer is the single specification that determines whether this card fits a given workload. It supports a maximum resolution of 2560×1600 but may limit texture quality in modern titles at that resolution. Buyers should match this capacity to their target games and texture packs before purchasing.
Points forts
- 3 GB GDDR5 memory handles high-resolution textures
- 384-bit memory interface moves data quickly to the GPU
- 6000 MHz memory clock delivers responsive frame rates
- 2560×1600 maximum resolution supports large displays
- PCI Express 3.0 x16 connection provides ample bandwidth
Caractéristiques
| Brand | MSI |
|---|---|
| Model | MSI R9 280X GAMING 3G |
| Interface | PCI Express 3.0 16X |
| Chipset Manufacturer | AMD |
| Core Clock | 6000MHz |
| Memory Size | 3GB |
| Memory Interface | 384bit |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 |
| Max Resolution | 2560×1600 |
| Power Connector | 6pin+8pin |
Questions sur cet article
Should I choose the 3GB GDDR5 version of this MSI Radeon R9 280X GAMING 3G?
The card ships with 3GB of GDDR5 on a 384-bit bus, which is the only memory configuration offered for this model.
What does the 6000MHz memory frequency deliver once the card is installed?
The 6000MHz effective clock feeds the 384-bit GDDR5 interface, giving high memory throughput for 2560×1600 gaming and compute workloads.
How does the PCI Express 3.0 16X interface limit performance in practice?
The x16 Gen 3 link provides ample bandwidth for the R9 280X, so the slot will not bottleneck the GPU in typical workloads.
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