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MSI GeForce GT520 graphics card with single fan and metal bracket

MSI

MSI N520GT V5 1G D3 graphics card

SKU CH-RYW7-NM5ZM

Entry-level GeForce GT520 card with 1GB GDDR3 memory, 64-bit bus and 1500MHz clocks for basic 2560×1600 display output

  • InterfacePCI Express 2.0 16X
  • Chipset ManufacturerNVIDIA
  • Core Clock1500MHz
  • Memory Size1GB
  • Memory Interface64bit
  • Memory TypeGDDR3
  • Entry-level graphics for basic display needs with GeForce GT520 chipset
  • 1GB GDDR3 memory handles everyday desktop tasks and media playback
  • 64-bit memory interface and 1500MHz clock deliver stable 2D performance
  • PCI Express 2.0 x16 connection fits standard motherboard slots
  • Maximum 2560×1600 resolution supports high-definition monitors

Entry-level GeForce GT520 for legacy desktops

This MSI N520GT V5 1G D3 card uses the NVIDIA GeForce GT520 chipset with 1GB of GDDR3 memory on a 64bit interface. The core clock runs at 1500MHz and supports a maximum resolution of 2560×1600 over a PCI Express 2.0 16X slot. It is intended for basic display output on older systems.

Suitable for simple office or media PCs only

The card fits budgets needing a direct replacement for a failed GT520 or a low-profile upgrade from integrated graphics on a PCI Express 2.0 motherboard. Gamers, content creators or anyone needing modern API support should look at something else.

Verify PCI Express 2.0 slot and power budget

Confirm the motherboard has a free PCI Express 2.0 16X slot and that the power supply can deliver the card’s rated draw without extra connectors. No original packaging or accessories are included, so check physical clearance in the case before ordering.

Highlights

  • Entry-level graphics for basic display needs with GeForce GT520 chipset
  • 1GB GDDR3 memory handles everyday desktop tasks and media playback
  • 64-bit memory interface and 1500MHz clock deliver stable 2D performance
  • PCI Express 2.0 x16 connection fits standard motherboard slots
  • Maximum 2560×1600 resolution supports high-definition monitors

Specifications

BrandMSI
ModelMSI N520GT V5 1G D3
InterfacePCI Express 2.0 16X
Chipset ManufacturerNVIDIA
Core Clock1500MHz
Memory Size1GB
Memory Interface64bit
Memory TypeGDDR3
Max Resolution2560×1600

Questions about this item

Does my motherboard need a PCI Express 2.0 16X slot to install this GT520 card?

Yes, the card connects through a PCI Express 2.0 16X interface, so the motherboard must provide that slot.

Will this 64bit GDDR3 card work in a system that still uses an older PCI Express 1.x motherboard?

The card is built for PCI Express 2.0, but the slot is backward compatible with PCI Express 1.x, though bandwidth will be limited to the older standard.

How can I confirm the 1GB GDDR3 memory is running at 1500MHz after I install the drivers?

Open GPU-Z or the NVIDIA control panel; the memory clock should read 1500MHz and the memory type will show as GDDR3.

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