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MSI R9 290 GAMING 4G dual-fan graphics card, black and red finish

MSI

MSI R9 290 GAMING 4G graphics card

SKU CH-8R1R-WKEZA

AMD Radeon R9 290 GPU with 4GB GDDR5 memory on a 512-bit interface for 2560×1600 resolution

  • InterfacePCI Express 3.0 16X
  • Chipset ManufacturerAMD
  • Core Clock5000MHz
  • Memory Size4GB
  • Memory Interface512bit
  • Memory TypeGDDR5
  • 4GB GDDR5 memory handles high-resolution textures
  • 512-bit memory bus moves data at 5000MHz effective speed
  • Radeon R9 290 GPU drives 2560×1600 maximum resolution
  • PCI Express 3.0 16X interface provides full bandwidth to the system
  • 6-pin plus 8-pin power connectors supply stable current for heavy loads

MSI R9 290 GAMING 4G graphics card

This graphics card uses the AMD Radeon R9 290 chipset with 4GB of GDDR5 memory on a 512bit interface. It connects via PCI Express 3.0 16X and requires both a 6pin and an 8pin power connector. The unit is sold as a used item rated at 90% or 80% new condition without original packaging or accessories.

Capacity and headroom

The 4GB frame buffer and 5000MHz memory frequency handle 2560×1600 resolution in older titles and general compute workloads. Modern games at high texture settings will exceed the available video memory and cause paging to system RAM. The 512bit bus provides strong bandwidth for the memory capacity but cannot compensate for the capacity limit in current workloads.

Build quality and connectors

The card has passed a 100% functional inspection before shipment despite visible signs of use. Dual 6pin+8pin power connectors demand a power supply with matching cables and sufficient wattage headroom. Absence of original packaging means the cooler and backplate arrive without protective inserts so inspect the shroud and bracket on receipt.

Highlights

  • 4GB GDDR5 memory handles high-resolution textures
  • 512-bit memory bus moves data at 5000MHz effective speed
  • Radeon R9 290 GPU drives 2560×1600 maximum resolution
  • PCI Express 3.0 16X interface provides full bandwidth to the system
  • 6-pin plus 8-pin power connectors supply stable current for heavy loads

Specifications

BrandMSI
ModelMSI R9 290 GAMING 4G
InterfacePCI Express 3.0 16X
Chipset ManufacturerAMD
Core Clock5000MHz
Memory Size4GB
Memory Interface512bit
Memory TypeGDDR5
Max Resolution2560×1600
Power Connector6pin+8pin

Questions about this item

Will the PCI Express 3.0 16X interface and 6pin+8pin power connectors work with my older motherboard and PSU?

The card uses a PCI Express 3.0 16X slot which is backward compatible with 2.0 and 1.0 boards, and it requires both a 6-pin and an 8-pin power connector from the supply.

How can I verify the 4GB GDDR5 memory is running at 5000MHz after installation?

Open GPU-Z or AMD Radeon Software; the memory clock should read 5000MHz and the memory type will show as GDDR5 with a 512-bit bus width.

The listing says no original packaging and no other accessories — what exactly ships in the box?

You receive only the MSI R9 290 GAMING 4G graphics card itself; no cables, adapters, manuals or driver discs are included.

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