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GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 1050 graphics card with single 90 mm fan and metal backplate

GIGABYTE

GIGABYTE GV-N1050D5-3GD GeForce GTX 1050 3GB graphics card

SKU CH-0XZY-2JDAR MPN GV-N1050D5-3GD

Entry-level graphics card with 3GB GDDR5 memory, 768 CUDA cores and a 90mm cooler for 1080p gaming

  • Graphics processorGeForce GTX 1050
  • Memory capacity3 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 3.0 x16
  • CUDA core count768
  • Highest resolution7680 × 4320
  • Boost frequency1556 MHz in OC Mode 1518 MHz in Gaming
  • 3 GB GDDR5 memory enables higher texture detail
  • 768 CUDA cores deliver parallel processing for 1080p gaming
  • PCI Express 3.0 x16 interface provides full bandwidth to the CPU
  • Three display outputs support triple-monitor setups
  • 90 mm custom fan cooler maintains stable clocks under load

GPU identity and audience

The GIGABYTE GV-N1050D5-3GD is a GeForce GTX 1050 graphics card with 3GB of GDDR5 memory on a 96-bit bus. It connects through a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot and delivers 768 CUDA cores clocked at up to 1556 MHz in OC mode. DirectX 12 and OpenGL 4.5 support make it suitable for entry-level gaming and general multimedia use.

Build integration

The card draws power from the PCI Express slot alone, so no auxiliary power cable is required. Outputs include one HDMI 2.0b, one DisplayPort 1.4 and one dual-link DVI-D, enabling up to three simultaneous displays at a maximum resolution of 7680 x 4320. A single 90 mm fan cooler handles thermal duties in compact chassis.

Suitability and alternatives

This model suits budget-conscious builders who need a small-form-factor card for 1080p gaming or multi-monitor productivity. Users targeting higher frame rates, modern ray-tracing titles or larger VRAM buffers should consider more recent GPU generations instead.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Desktop GPUs & Video Cards, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $118.99
Cheaper than about 89% of the 4,285 comparable items (median $354.99).
Memory capacity 3 GB
Lower than about 93% of the 3,563 comparable items (median 8 GB).
Boost frequency 1556 MHz in OC Mode 1518 MHz in Gaming
Lower than about 91% of the 1,837 comparable items (median 1.89 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameGIGABYTE
Model nameGV-N1050D5-3GD
Processor
TDP rating75 W
Memory
Type of memoryGDDR5
Display
Highest resolution7680 × 4320
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce GTX 1050
Memory capacity3 GB
Boost frequency1556 MHz in OC Mode
1518 MHz in Gaming
CUDA core count768
Core frequency1417 MHz in OC Mode
1392 MHz in Gaming
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Graphics seriesNVIDIA GeForce GTX 10 Series
Effective memory speed7008 MHz
Memory bus width96-Bit
DirectX support12
OpenGL support4.5
Supported displays3
VR readyYes
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 3.0 x16
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.0b
DisplayPort connectors1 x DisplayPort 1.4
DVI ports1 x Dual-link DVI-D
Dual-link DVI supportYes
Size & build
Form factorATX
Max graphics card length172 mm
Card size6.77 in × 4.45 in
Slots occupied2 Slots
Shipping weight0.60 kg
Package size305 × 211 × 53 mm
More details
Cooling solutionSingle Fan

Questions about this item

How long can the 768 CUDA cores sustain their 1556 MHz boost clock before the card hits its thermal limit?

The custom 90 mm cooler is designed to keep the GPU stably running at full load during long gaming sessions without performance compromise.

What noise and temperature levels should I expect from the 90 mm fan when the GTX 1050 runs all day?

The enhanced cooling system keeps the GPU stably running at full load, so you can enjoy long gaming sessions without performance compromise.

My motherboard only has a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot — is that sufficient for this GV-N1050D5-3GD?

Yes, the card uses a PCI Express 3.0 x16 interface and fits a standard slot; its compact size also makes it suitable for small form factor cases.

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