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Black dual-fan graphics card with silver accents and backplate

MSI

MSI RTX 3050 GAMING X 6G graphics card

SKU CH-AQVD-VVFMP MPN RTX 3050 GAMING X 6G

Entry-level 6GB GDDR6 graphics card with 2304 CUDA cores and a 1507 MHz boost clock for 1080p gaming

  • InterfacePCI Express 4.0 x8
  • Chipset ManufacturerNVIDIA
  • GPU SeriesNVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series
  • GPUGeForce RTX 3050
  • Boost Clock1507 MHz
  • CUDA Cores2304
  • 6 GB GDDR6 memory for smooth 1080p gaming
  • 2304 CUDA cores accelerate creative workloads
  • Boost clock of 1507 MHz lifts frame rates
  • Dual HDMI 2.1 plus DisplayPort 1.4a drive three displays
  • PCIe 4.0 x8 interface keeps data moving fast

Core Specifications for 1080p Gaming

The MSI RTX 3050 GAMING X 6G is a graphics card built for 1080p play. It uses the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 GPU with 2304 CUDA Cores and a 1507 MHz Boost Clock. The 6GB GDDR6 frame buffer runs on a 96-Bit bus at 14000 MHz effective speed. A PCI Express 4.0 x8 interface links the board to the platform.

Installation Notes for Compact Builds

The dual-fan cooler fits a 205 mm ATX form factor, so it slides into most mid-tower cases without fouling drive cages. The board draws 70W TDP from the slot and a single 8-pin connector, keeping cable routing simple. Builders should verify that their motherboard BIOS is current for PCI Express 4.0 x8 negotiation and that the power supply delivers the required 8-pin lead.

Interface Limits at High Resolutions

The 96-Bit memory bus and 6GB capacity constrain texture-heavy workloads above 1080p. HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4a outputs support 7680 x 4320 timing, yet the GPU rarely sustains playable rates at that resolution. Multi-monitor setups top out at three displays. DirectX 12 Ultimate and OpenGL 4.6 feature parity is present, but ray-tracing titles demand reduced quality settings.

Highlights

  • 6 GB GDDR6 memory for smooth 1080p gaming
  • 2304 CUDA cores accelerate creative workloads
  • Boost clock of 1507 MHz lifts frame rates
  • Dual HDMI 2.1 plus DisplayPort 1.4a drive three displays
  • PCIe 4.0 x8 interface keeps data moving fast

Specifications

BrandMSI
SeriesGaming
ModelRTX 3050 GAMING X 6G
InterfacePCI Express 4.0 x8
Chipset ManufacturerNVIDIA
GPU SeriesNVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series
GPUGeForce RTX 3050
Boost Clock1507 MHz
CUDA Cores2304
Effective Memory Clock14000 MHz
Memory Size6GB
Memory Interface96-Bit
Memory TypeGDDR6
DirectXDirectX 12 Ultimate
OpenGLOpenGL 4.6
Multi-Monitor Support3
HDMI2 x HDMI 2.1
DisplayPort1 x DisplayPort 1.4a
ColorBlack
Max Resolution7680 x 4320
CoolerDouble Fans
Thermal Design Power70W
HDCP ReadyYes
Form FactorATX
Max GPU Length205 mm
Shipping weight0.70 kg
Package size260 × 184 × 66 mm

Questions about this item

How do I confirm the card is running at its 1507 MHz boost clock after installation?

Open GPU-Z or the NVIDIA control panel and watch the clock speed while a 3D load is running; the reading should reach 1507 MHz if the card is operating normally.

What comes in the box and which cables or adapters must I provide myself?

The box contains the graphics card with its dual-fan cooler and the printed quick-start guide; you must supply any HDMI 2.1 or DisplayPort 1.4a cables required for your monitors.

Should I choose this 6 GB model or a different capacity for 1080p gaming?

The 6 GB 96-bit GDDR6 frame buffer paired with 2304 CUDA cores is aimed at 1080p gaming; select this version if that resolution matches your target.

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