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Compact graphics card with single fan cooler, matte black finish, low-profile bracket

MSI

MSI RTX 3050 AERO ITX 8G OC graphics card

SKU CH-K26Z-ZN4CC MPN RTX 3050 AERO ITX 8G OC

Single-fan graphics card with 8GB GDDR6 memory, 2560 CUDA cores and a 1807 MHz boost clock for compact PC builds

  • InterfacePCI Express 4.0
  • Chipset ManufacturerNVIDIA
  • GPU SeriesNVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series
  • GPUGeForce RTX 3050
  • ArchitectureAmpere
  • Boost Clock1807 MHz
  • Compact single-fan cooler fits small-form-factor builds
  • 8 GB GDDR6 memory at 14 Gbps handles modern textures
  • Boost clock reaches 1807 MHz for responsive 1080p gaming
  • 2560 CUDA cores accelerate creative and compute workloads
  • HDMI 2.1 plus three DisplayPort 1.4 outputs drive up to four displays

Compact RTX 3050 for small builds

The MSI RTX 3050 AERO ITX 8G OC is a single-fan graphics card built for small form factor systems and HTPC cases. It connects through a PCI Express 4.0 slot and draws up to 130W through one 8-Pin power connector. The Ampere GPU delivers 2560 CUDA cores with a 1807 MHz boost clock.

Suits 1080p gaming and multi-monitor setups

This card fits builders who need RTX features in a tight chassis and want to drive up to four displays via HDMI 2.1 and three DisplayPort 1.4 outputs. It is not intended for 4K gaming or workloads that require more than 8GB of video memory or a wider memory bus.

8GB 128-Bit GDDR6 memory

The 8GB GDDR6 frame buffer on a 128-bit interface running at 14 Gbps effective clock sets the performance ceiling for texture-heavy titles and productivity tasks. If your workflow needs more bandwidth or capacity, look at cards with a larger memory interface.

Highlights

  • Compact single-fan cooler fits small-form-factor builds
  • 8 GB GDDR6 memory at 14 Gbps handles modern textures
  • Boost clock reaches 1807 MHz for responsive 1080p gaming
  • 2560 CUDA cores accelerate creative and compute workloads
  • HDMI 2.1 plus three DisplayPort 1.4 outputs drive up to four displays

Specifications

BrandMSI
ModelRTX 3050 AERO ITX 8G OC
InterfacePCI Express 4.0
Chipset ManufacturerNVIDIA
GPU SeriesNVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series
GPUGeForce RTX 3050
ArchitectureAmpere
Boost Clock1807 MHz
CUDA Cores2560
Effective Memory Clock14 Gbps
Memory Size8GB
Memory Interface128-Bit
Memory TypeGDDR6
DirectXDirectX 12 Ultimate
OpenGLOpenGL 4.6
Multi-Monitor Support4
HDMI1 x HDMI 2.1
DisplayPort3 x DisplayPort 1.4
Max Resolution7680 x 4320
CoolerSingle Fan
Thermal Design Power130W
Recommended PSU Wattage550W
Power Connector8-Pin
HDCP ReadyYes
FeaturesSmall Form Factor Design
Perfect for small form factor systems and HTPC.
Custom fan design with a unique curve to enhance heat dissipation.
Copper heatpipes maximize heat transfer from the surface of the baseplate for better cooling.
MSI Center
The exclusive MSI Center software lets you monitor, tweak, and optimize MSI products in real-time.
Afterburner Overclocking Utility
OC Scanner: An automated function finds the highest stable overclock settings.
On Screen Display: Provides real-time information of your system's performance.
Predator: In-game video recording.
Max GPU Length172 mm
Card Dimensions (L x H)6.77" x 4.92"
Shipping weight0.82 kg
Package size305 × 224 × 70 mm

Questions about this item

How much clearance does the single-fan AERO ITX cooler need inside a small-form-factor case?

The compact single-fan design is built for small-form-factor systems and HTPCs, so it fits in tight chassis where full-length cards cannot.

Which power connector must be seated firmly during installation to avoid a no-post condition?

Insert the required 8-pin PCIe power connector fully until it clicks; the card draws up to 130 W and the 550 W PSU recommendation assumes that connector is properly engaged.

When should the thermal paste under the copper heatpipes be renewed to keep the 1807 MHz boost clock stable?

Re-paste every two to three years or if GPU temperatures rise noticeably under load; the copper heatpipes transfer heat from the baseplate, so fresh paste maintains efficient dissipation.

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