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MSI N450GTS Cyclone graphics card with dual-fan cooler and metal backplate

MSI

MSI N450GTS Cyclone 512M OC graphics card

SKU CH-ABDW-KW1VA

GeForce GTS 450 card with 512 MB GDDR5 memory on a 128-bit bus, factory overclocked to 4000 MHz and supporting 2560×1600 resolution

  • InterfacePCI Express 2.0 16X
  • Chipset ManufacturerNVIDIA
  • Core Clock4000MHz
  • Memory Size512M
  • Memory Interface128bit
  • Memory TypeGDDR5
  • GDDR5 memory delivers 4000MHz bandwidth for responsive 128bit performance
  • 512MB frame buffer supports 2560×1600 maximum resolution on modern displays
  • PCI Express 2.0 x16 interface provides 16 lanes of host connectivity
  • Factory overclocked GeForce GTS 450 core targets higher frame rates in games
  • Cyclone cooler design maintains lower GPU temperatures under load

MSI N450GTS Cyclone 512M OC graphics card

The MSI N450GTS Cyclone 512M OC is a GeForce GTS 450 graphics card built for entry-level gaming and general desktop use. It ships with a factory overclock and the Cyclone cooler design. The card targets users upgrading older systems or building budget rigs that need a dedicated GPU.

PCI Express 2.0 16X interface and build fit

This card plugs into a PCI Express 2.0 16X slot and draws power through the slot or a supplementary connector. It occupies a standard dual-slot bracket and needs a case with enough length clearance for the Cyclone shroud. The GDDR5 memory and 128bit bus free up system RAM by keeping textures on the card.

512 MB GDDR5 capacity and headroom

The 512 MB GDDR5 frame buffer running at 4000MHz handles 1080p gaming at modest settings and drives displays up to 2560×1600. In modern titles the memory capacity becomes the limiting factor, so texture quality must be lowered. It remains adequate for multimedia playback and multi-monitor desktop work.

Highlights

  • GDDR5 memory delivers 4000MHz bandwidth for responsive 128bit performance
  • 512MB frame buffer supports 2560×1600 maximum resolution on modern displays
  • PCI Express 2.0 x16 interface provides 16 lanes of host connectivity
  • Factory overclocked GeForce GTS 450 core targets higher frame rates in games
  • Cyclone cooler design maintains lower GPU temperatures under load

Specifications

BrandMSI
ModelMSI N450GTS Cyclone 512M OC
InterfacePCI Express 2.0 16X
Chipset ManufacturerNVIDIA
Core Clock4000MHz
Memory Size512M
Memory Interface128bit
Memory TypeGDDR5
Max Resolution2560×1600

Questions about this item

What is the first limit that appears under sustained use?

The 512M GDDR5 frame buffer fills quickly at 2560×1600, so texture detail and resolution become the bottleneck before the core clock does.

What noise and heat should I expect when the card runs all day?

The Cyclone cooler uses a single large fan over a heatsink; sustained loads push the GPU into the 80 °C range with audible but not extreme fan noise.

What must my system already provide for this card to work?

A PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot and a power supply with a 6-pin PCIe connector are required; no external power adapter is included.

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