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MSI GeForce GT 1030 graphics card with black dual-slot cooler and single fan

MSI

MSI GeForce GT 1030 2GB GDDR5 OCV1 graphics card

SKU CH-52KH-9V2HA

Entry-level graphics card with 2GB GDDR5 memory, 64-bit interface and 6008MHz clock for 2560×1600 display support

  • Memory capacity2 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 3.0 4X
  • Highest resolution2560 × 1600
  • Type of memoryGDDR5
  • Core frequency6008 MHz
  • Chipset makerNVIDIA
  • GDDR5 memory delivers smooth 1080p video playback
  • PCI Express 3.0 4X interface fits compact builds
  • 2GB frame buffer handles multi-monitor desktops
  • 64-bit bus keeps latency low for everyday tasks
  • Maximum 2560×1600 resolution supports dual-display setups

Entry 2 GB GDDR5 card

The MSI GeForce GT 1030 2GT OCV1 is a low-profile graphics card built around NVIDIA’s GT 1030 chip with 2 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 64-bit bus. It connects through a PCI Express 3.0 x4 slot and drives displays up to 2560×1600. The unit ships without original packaging or accessories and is sold as used stock graded 90 % to 80 % new after full inspection.

Upgrade from integrated graphics

This card replaces a system’s integrated graphics when a dedicated GPU is required for multi-monitor output or basic hardware acceleration. The jump is worth it if the motherboard has a free PCIe 3.0 x4 link and the workload stays within the 2 GB frame buffer and 64-bit memory interface limits. Buyers who need more video memory or a wider bus should look elsewhere.

Sustained load behaviour

Under continuous load the GDDR5 memory runs at 6008 MHz while the narrow 64-bit interface caps sustained bandwidth. The GT 1030 architecture is not built for extended compute or gaming sessions; thermals and clock stability will reflect the entry-level design and the used-condition grading of 80 % to 90 % new. Expect performance to settle at modest levels rather than maintain peak burst speeds.

How it compares

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

Price $103.99
Cheaper than about 91% of the 4,285 comparable items (median $354.99).
Memory capacity 2 GB
Lower than about 95% of the 3,563 comparable items (median 8 GB).
Core frequency 6008 MHz
Higher than about 86% of the 1,624 comparable items (median 1.82 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Model nameMSI GeForce GT 1030 2GT OCV1
Memory
Type of memoryGDDR5
Display
Highest resolution2560 × 1600
Graphics
Memory capacity2 GB
Core frequency6008 MHz
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Memory bus width64bit
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 3.0 4X

Questions about this item

Will the 64-bit memory interface and PCI Express 3.0 4X slot fit my motherboard?

The card uses a PCI Express 3.0 4X edge connector, so any motherboard with a PCIe x16 or x4 slot accepts it; the 64-bit memory bus is internal and does not affect physical installation.

Which screw or bracket secures the MSI GeForce GT 1030 2GT OCV1 in the case?

Align the card's rear I/O bracket with the case expansion slot, press firmly until the PCIe 3.0 4X connector seats, then fasten the single retention screw — skipping that screw is the step most people miss.

How often should I clean the heatsink on this 2GB GDDR5 model?

Dust the heatsink fins with compressed air every six to twelve months; the GDDR5 memory runs at 6008MHz and relies on steady airflow to stay within safe temperatures.

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