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Low-profile graphics card with single fan cooler, black PCB, and DVI HDMI VGA ports

MSI

MSI GeForce 210 N210-MD1G/D3 graphics card

SKU CH-1V5Z-ASV2Y MPN N210-MD1G/D3

Entry PCIe 2.0 x16 card with a GeForce 210 GPU, 16 CUDA cores at 589 MHz, 1 GB DDR3 on a 64-bit bus, plus DVI, HDMI and VGA outputs in a low-profile single-slot cooler

  • Graphics processorGeForce 210
  • Memory capacity1 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 2.0 x16
  • CUDA core count16
  • Type of memoryDDR3
  • Form factorLow Profile Ready
  • 1GB DDR3 memory and 64-bit bus handle everyday graphics tasks
  • PCI Express 2.0 x16 interface fits standard desktop motherboards
  • Low-profile single-slot cooler suits slim or compact PC builds
  • HDMI, DVI and VGA outputs connect up to three displays
  • 16 CUDA cores at 589 MHz core clock support DirectX 10.1 and OpenGL 3.1

Entry GPU for basic desktop tasks

The MSI GeForce 210 N210-MD1G/D3 is a low-profile PCI Express 2.0 x16 card built around the NVIDIA GeForce 210 GPU with 16 CUDA cores. It carries 1 GB of DDR3 memory on a 64-bit bus clocked at 1000 MHz. The core runs at 589 MHz and the shaders at 1402 MHz. It targets users who need simple display output, video playback or a Premium Windows 7 Experience in slim systems.

Single-slot cooler runs quietly at idle

A single-slot thermal design fits the 3.3-inch high, 5.7-inch long board and keeps the GPU within safe limits during everyday office work and media playback. The 400 MHz RAMDAC and 64-bit memory interface draw modest power through the slot connector, so fan noise stays low in typical use. No external power connector is required.

Afterburner adds overvoltage control

MSI Afterburner software unlocks GPU overvoltage adjustment, letting enthusiasts push the 589 MHz core beyond stock limits when thermal headroom allows. The card also provides one DVI, one HDMI and one D-SUB port for multi-display flexibility. RoHS compliance confirms the assembly meets restricted-substance standards.

How it compares

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

Price $33.99
Cheaper than about 98% of the 4,285 comparable items (median $354.99).
Memory capacity 1 GB
Lower than about 98% of the 3,563 comparable items (median 8 GB).
CUDA core count 16
Lower than about 99% of the 1,946 comparable items (median 4,352).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Model nameN210-MD1G/D3
Performance
Shader clock1402 MHz
Processor
TDP rating20 W
Memory
Type of memoryDDR3
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce 210
Memory capacity1 GB
CUDA core count16
Core frequency589 MHz
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Effective memory speed1000 MHz
Memory bus width64-Bit
DirectX support10.1
OpenGL support3.1
Multi-GPU supportNo
Audio & video
HDCP supportYes
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 2.0 x16
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
D-Sub ports1 x D-SUB
DVI ports1 x DVI
Dual-link DVI supportYes
Size & build
Form factorLow Profile Ready
Max graphics card length146 mm
Card size5.71 in × 3.31 in
Slots occupiedSingle Slot
Shipping weight0.35 kg
Package size231 × 163 × 46 mm
In the box
Includes low-profile bracketYes
More details
Cooling solutionSingle Fan
RAMDAC400 MHz

Questions about this item

How do I install the MSI GeForce 210 N210-MD1G/D3 in a low-profile case, and which bracket step is often missed?

The card uses a single-slot, low-profile form factor measuring 3.3 inches high and 5.7 inches long. It fits a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot. The step often missed is swapping the standard bracket for the included low-profile bracket before securing the card.

What maintenance or replacement will the MSI GeForce 210 N210-MD1G/D3 need later?

The single-fan cooler will collect dust on the heatsink fins over time. Clean it periodically with compressed air while the fan is held stationary. If the fan bearing becomes noisy or stops spinning, the entire cooler assembly must be replaced as no user-serviceable parts are inside.

What limit appears first on the MSI GeForce 210 N210-MD1G/D3 during sustained load?

The 64-bit DDR3 memory interface running at 1000 MHz effective clock saturates quickly, capping bandwidth at roughly 8 GB/s. This bottleneck limits the 16 CUDA cores and 589 MHz core clock before the single-fan cooler reaches its thermal ceiling.

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