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Low-profile graphics card with single fan, black shroud, HDMI and DisplayPort outputs

MSI

MSI GeForce GT 1030 2GD4 LP OC 2GB DDR4 Low Profile graphics card

SKU CH-SR7J-XC7VW

Low-profile card with 2 GB DDR4 memory, 384 CUDA cores and a 30 W TDP for small-form-factor builds

  • Graphics processorGeForce GT 1030
  • Memory capacity2 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 3.0 x16 (Uses x4)
  • CUDA core count384
  • Boost frequency1430 MHz
  • Type of memoryDDR4
  • Low-profile design fits slim PC builds
  • 2 GB DDR4 memory on a 64-bit bus
  • Boost clock reaches 1430 MHz for responsive performance
  • 30 W TDP runs on a 300 W power supply
  • HDMI and DisplayPort drive two monitors

Low-profile GT 1030 with 2 GB DDR4

The MSI GeForce GT 1030 2GD4 LP OC is a low-profile graphics card built around the NVIDIA GeForce GT 1030 GPU. It fits a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot that operates at x4 electrical width. The card carries 2 GB of DDR4 memory on a 64-bit bus and runs at a 1189 MHz core clock with a 1430 MHz boost clock. A single fan cooler handles the 30 W thermal design power.

Entry desktop upgrades and multi-monitor setups

This card suits owners of slim or small-form-factor PCs who need DirectX 12 and OpenGL 4.5 support for modern desktop workloads or dual-display productivity. The HDMI and DisplayPort outputs drive two monitors simultaneously. It is not intended for 1080p gaming at high settings or for compute workloads that demand more than 384 CUDA cores or a wider memory interface.

Steady 30 W operation with solid capacitors

Under sustained load the board draws around 20 W and stays within its 30 W TDP thanks to the single-fan cooler and all-solid capacitors rated for 10 years of continuous operation. The aluminium core aids heat spreading so clock speeds remain stable without throttling. A 300 W power supply is recommended for the complete system.

How it compares

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Price $138.99
Cheaper than about 85% 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).
Boost frequency 1430 MHz
Lower than about 93% of the 1,837 comparable items (median 1.89 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Model nameGT 1030 2GD4 LP OC
Processor
TDP rating30 W
Memory
Type of memoryDDR4
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce GT 1030
Memory capacity2 GB
Boost frequency1430 MHz
CUDA core count384
Core frequency1189 MHz
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Effective memory speed2100 MHz
Memory bus width64-Bit
DirectX support12
OpenGL support4.5
Supported displays2
Audio & video
HDCP support2.2
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 3.0 x16 (Uses x4)
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
DisplayPort connectors1 x DisplayPort
Size & build
Form factorLow Profile
Max graphics card length150 mm
Card size5.91 in × 2.72 in
Slots occupiedSingle Slot
In the box
Includes low-profile bracketYes
More details
Cooling solutionSingle Fan

Questions about this item

What power supply capacity is recommended for this 30 W TDP card?

A 300 W PSU is recommended; the card itself draws 20 W and fits a single PCIe x16 slot that operates at x4 electrical.

Will the low-profile bracket fit in my existing slim tower case?

The low-profile design saves space and uses a single-slot cooler, so it fits most slim or small-form-factor cases that accept half-height cards.

How can I verify the 1430 MHz boost clock is active after installation?

Run the included Kombustor DirectX 12 benchmark or monitor GPU frequency in MSI Afterburner; the utility shows real-time core clocks during load.

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