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Black dual-fan graphics card, compact rectangular shape, matte finish

MSI

MSI RTX 5050 8G GAMING OC graphics card

SKU CH-GZ9S-FYGYG MPN RTX 5050 8G GAMING OC

GeForce RTX 5050 graphics card with 8GB GDDR6 memory, 2560 CUDA cores and a 2632 MHz boost clock on a PCI Express 5.0 interface

  • InterfacePCI Express 5.0
  • Chipset ManufacturerNVIDIA
  • GPU SeriesNVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series
  • GPUGeForce RTX 5050
  • Boost Clock2632 MHz
  • CUDA Cores2560
  • 8 GB GDDR6 memory fuels 1440p gaming
  • 2560 CUDA cores accelerate ray-tracing workloads
  • Boost clock reaches 2632 MHz for higher frame rates
  • PCI Express 5.0 interface doubles bandwidth headroom
  • HDMI 2.1b plus three DisplayPort 2.1a drive four 8K displays

Target build

The MSI RTX 5050 8G GAMING OC is a GeForce RTX 5050 graphics card with 8GB GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus. It delivers 2560 CUDA cores and a 2632 MHz boost clock over a PCI Express 5.0 link. The board suits 1080p and 1440p gaming rigs that need modern display outputs and moderate power draw.

Upgrade path

It replaces older 8GB cards limited to PCI Express 4.0 and HDMI 2.0. The jump is worth it when you need 20 Gbps memory speed, DisplayPort 2.1a for high-refresh 4K panels, or the 130W TDP headroom in a 550W PSU build.

Install notes

The dual-fan cooler fits a 202 mm length and 41 mm thickness, so check case clearance before ordering. A single 8-pin connector feeds the board; ensure the PSU cable reaches without strain. Driver installation follows the standard NVIDIA routine, and the card supports up to four simultaneous displays.

Highlights

  • 8 GB GDDR6 memory fuels 1440p gaming
  • 2560 CUDA cores accelerate ray-tracing workloads
  • Boost clock reaches 2632 MHz for higher frame rates
  • PCI Express 5.0 interface doubles bandwidth headroom
  • HDMI 2.1b plus three DisplayPort 2.1a drive four 8K displays

Specifications

BrandMSI
SeriesGaming
ModelRTX 5050 8G GAMING OC
Part NumberRTX 5050 8G GAMING OC
InterfacePCI Express 5.0
Chipset ManufacturerNVIDIA
GPU SeriesNVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series
GPUGeForce RTX 5050
Boost Clock2632 MHz
CUDA Cores2560
Effective Memory Clock20000 MHz (20 Gbps)
Memory Size8GB
Memory Interface128-Bit
Memory TypeGDDR6
DirectXDirectX 12 Ultimate
OpenGLOpenGL 4.6
Multi-Monitor Support4
HDMI1 x HDMI 2.1b
DisplayPort3 x DisplayPort 2.1a
ColorBlack
Max Resolution7680 x 4320
SLI SupportNo
CoolerDouble Fans
Thermal Design Power130W
Recommended PSU Wattage550W
Power Connector8-Pin
HDCP ReadyYes
Max GPU Length202 mm
Card Dimensions (L x H)202 x 120 x 41 mm
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size286 × 210 × 76 mm

Questions about this item

How long is the 202 mm card and will it clear a 41 mm thick cooler in my case?

The card measures 202 mm long by 120 mm high by 41 mm thick so verify your chassis has at least that much clearance for the double fan cooler.

Does the single 8-Pin connector draw all 130 W or do I need a second cable from the 550 W PSU?

One 8-Pin connector supplies the full 130 W TDP; the 550 W PSU recommendation covers the rest of the system so a second PCIe cable is not required.

When should I plan to replace the thermal paste on the GDDR6 memory and GPU?

Typical paste lasts several years; if temperatures rise noticeably under load after 3 to 5 years reapply a quality compound to the GPU and memory modules.

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