MSI
MSI GeForce GTX 950 2GD5T OCV3 2GB graphics card
Entry-level graphics card with 2 GB GDDR5 memory, 768 CUDA cores, 1253 MHz boost clock, DirectX 12 support and HDMI, DisplayPort plus DVI outputs
- InterfacePCI Express 3.0 x16
- Chipset ManufacturerNVIDIA
- GPU SeriesNVIDIA GeForce GTX 900 Series
- GPUGeForce GTX 950
- Core Clock1076 MHz
- Boost Clock1253 MHz
- Drives smooth 1080p gaming with 768 CUDA cores at 1076 MHz base clock
- Boosts to 1253 MHz for extra headroom in demanding scenes
- 2 GB GDDR5 on a 128-bit bus feeds textures at 6600 MHz effective
- Three outputs — HDMI, DisplayPort, dual-link DVI — support up to 4096×2160
- PCIe 3.0 x16 and SLI ready for multi-GPU scaling
Entry 2GB 128-bit gaming GPU
The MSI GeForce GTX 950 2GD5T OCV3 is a 2GB graphics card built on the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 900 series architecture. It targets 1080p gamers and multi-monitor users who need a dedicated GPU with modern display outputs. The card connects through a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot and supports DirectX 12 and OpenGL 4.5.
Moving up from integrated graphics or GT 900 series
Moving up from integrated graphics or an older GT 900 series card adds 768 CUDA cores running at a 1076 MHz base clock and a 1253 MHz boost clock. The jump is worth it when you want hardware-accelerated DirectX 12 features, SLI multi-GPU support, or three simultaneous displays via HDMI, DisplayPort and Dual-Link DVI-I.
2GB GDDR5 frame buffer headroom
The 2GB GDDR5 memory on a 128-bit bus at 6600 MHz effective clock handles 1080p textures and up to 4096 x 2160 resolution output. It runs out when modern titles demand more than 2GB of VRAM for high texture settings or when memory bandwidth limits frame rates at higher detail levels.
Highlights
- Drives smooth 1080p gaming with 768 CUDA cores at 1076 MHz base clock
- Boosts to 1253 MHz for extra headroom in demanding scenes
- 2 GB GDDR5 on a 128-bit bus feeds textures at 6600 MHz effective
- Three outputs — HDMI, DisplayPort, dual-link DVI — support up to 4096×2160
- PCIe 3.0 x16 and SLI ready for multi-GPU scaling
Specifications
| Brand | MSI |
|---|---|
| Model | GTX 950 2GD5T OCV3 |
| Interface | PCI Express 3.0 x16 |
| Chipset Manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| GPU Series | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 900 Series |
| GPU | GeForce GTX 950 |
| Core Clock | 1076 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1253 MHz |
| CUDA Cores | 768 |
| Effective Memory Clock | 6600 MHz |
| Memory Size | 2GB |
| Memory Interface | 128-Bit |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 |
| DirectX | DirectX 12 |
| OpenGL | OpenGL 4.5 |
| HDMI | 1 x HDMI |
| DisplayPort | 1 x DisplayPort |
| DVI | 1 x Dual-Link DVI-I |
| RAMDAC | 400MHz |
| Max Resolution | 4096 x 2160 |
| SLI Support | 2-Way SLI |
| Cooler | With Fan |
| Thermal Design Power | 90W |
| System Requirements | 75W Power Requirement. 300W Power Supply. |
| Dual-Link DVI Supported | Yes |
| HDCP Ready | Yes |
| Card Dimensions (L x H) | 8.66" x 4.37" |
| Slot Width | 2 Slots |
Questions about this item
What clearance and slot width does the GTX 950 2GD5T OCV3 require for mounting?
The card fits a single PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot and occupies two rear bracket positions for its HDMI, DisplayPort and dual-link DVI-I outputs.
Which power connectors must be attached during installation, and which step is often missed?
Connect the required 6-pin PCIe power cable from the PSU before securing the card; forgetting this connector is the most common reason the GPU fails to post.
What component will need replacement first on the GTX 950 2GD5T OCV3?
The dual-fan cooler's bearings typically wear out before the 2GB GDDR5 memory or 768 CUDA cores degrade, so plan to service or replace the fans after several years of heavy use.
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