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Full-length triple-fan graphics card, matte black shroud with silver accents, backplate visible

MSI

MSI RTX 2080 GAMING X TRIO graphics card

SKU CH-DE5A-R3AJ6

GeForce RTX 2080 graphics card with 8 GB GDDR6 memory, 2944 CUDA cores and a 1860 MHz boost clock for 4K gaming

  • InterfacePCI Express 3.0 x16
  • Chipset ManufacturerNVIDIA
  • GPU SeriesNVIDIA GeForce RTX 20 Series
  • GPUGeForce RTX 2080
  • Boost Clock1860 MHz
  • CUDA Cores2944
  • 8GB GDDR6 memory drives high-resolution gaming
  • 2944 CUDA cores accelerate parallel workloads
  • 1860 MHz boost clock lifts frame rates
  • Four display outputs support multi-monitor setups
  • PCIe 3.0 x16 interface provides full bandwidth

What the MSI RTX 2080 GAMING X TRIO delivers

This graphics card uses the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 GPU with 2944 CUDA cores and a boost clock of 1860 MHz. It provides 8GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit interface running at 14 Gbps. The PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot supplies power and data. It supports DirectX 12 and OpenGL 4.5 for modern rendering paths.

Who this suits and who should look elsewhere

The 8GB frame buffer and high core count suit 1440p and 4K gaming as well as GPU-accelerated creative workloads. Four display outputs — one HDMI 2.0b, three DisplayPort 1.4 and a USB Type-C — drive up to four monitors at 7680 x 4320. Builders needing a single-slot design or lower power draw should consider other models.

Sustained-load behaviour

The triple-fan cooler on the 12.87-inch by 5.51-inch board moves heat away from the GPU during extended sessions. NVLink allows two-way SLI for multi-GPU compute tasks. Clock speeds hold near the 1860 MHz boost target while thermals stay in range, letting the 2944 cores maintain throughput on long renders or gaming marathons.

Highlights

  • 8GB GDDR6 memory drives high-resolution gaming
  • 2944 CUDA cores accelerate parallel workloads
  • 1860 MHz boost clock lifts frame rates
  • Four display outputs support multi-monitor setups
  • PCIe 3.0 x16 interface provides full bandwidth

Specifications

BrandMSI
ModelRTX 2080 GAMING X TRIO
InterfacePCI Express 3.0 x16
Chipset ManufacturerNVIDIA
GPU SeriesNVIDIA GeForce RTX 20 Series
GPUGeForce RTX 2080
Boost Clock1860 MHz
CUDA Cores2944
Effective Memory Clock14 Gbps
Memory Size8GB
Memory Interface256-Bit
Memory TypeGDDR6
DirectXDirectX 12
OpenGLOpenGL 4.5
Multi-Monitor Support4
HDMI1 x HDMI 2.0b
DisplayPort3 x DisplayPort 1.4
Other Ports1 x USB Type-C
Max Resolution7680 x 4320
SLI SupportNVIDIA NVLINK (SLI-Ready), 2-way
Virtual Reality ReadyYes
Thermal Design Power260W
System RequirementsRecommended PSU: 650W
Recommended PSU Wattage650W
Power Connector2 x 8-Pin
HDCP Ready2.2
FeaturesTORX FAN 3.0: Supremely silent/Dispersion fan blade: Steeper curved blade accelerating the airflow./Traditional fan blade: Provides steady airflow to massive heat sink below./Double ball bearing: Strong and lasting core for years of smooth gaming.//TRI-FROZR Thermal Design/Using three of the award-winning TORX Fans 3.0 with Double Ball Bearings./Using groundbreaking aerodynamic techniques, the heatsink is optimized for efficient heat dissipation.//RGB Mystic Light/Customize colors and LED effects with exclusive MSI software and synchronize the look & feel with other components.//
Max GPU Length327 mm
Card Dimensions (L x H)12.87" x 5.51"

Questions about this item

Does my motherboard need a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot for this card?

Yes, the RTX 2080 GAMING X TRIO connects through a PCI Express 3.0 x16 interface and requires that slot to operate.

Will the 14 Gbps GDDR6 memory and 2944 CUDA cores still perform well if I keep my older PCIe 2.0 motherboard?

The card is backward compatible with PCIe 2.0 x16 slots, though bandwidth is reduced to half of the 3.0 specification; most games show only a small frame-rate difference at 1440p or 4K.

How can I confirm the 1860 MHz boost clock is being reached after installation?

Run a GPU monitoring tool such as MSI Afterburner during a 3D load; the core clock should read 1860 MHz or higher when the card is at its default boost target.

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