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MSI GeForce GTX 1050 dual-slot graphics card with black shroud and single fan

MSI

MSI GeForce GTX 1050 2G OC 2GB GDDR5 graphics card

SKU CH-D7A0-R17FN

Entry-level graphics card with 2 GB GDDR5 memory, 640 CUDA cores and boost clock of 1518 MHz for 1080p gaming

  • Graphics processorGeForce GTX 1050
  • Memory capacity2 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 3.0 x16
  • CUDA core count640
  • Boost frequency1518 MHz
  • Type of memoryGDDR5
  • 2GB GDDR5 memory on a 128-bit bus for smooth 1080p textures
  • Boost clock reaches 1518 MHz for higher frame rates in games
  • 640 CUDA cores accelerate DirectX 12 and OpenGL 4.5 workloads
  • Three display outputs — HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4 and DL-DVI-D — drive up to three monitors
  • All-solid capacitors rated for 10 years of full-load operation

GPU identity and audience

The MSI GeForce GTX 1050 2G OC is a 2GB graphics card built on the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 10 Series GPU with 640 CUDA cores. Core clock runs at 1404 MHz and boost clock reaches 1518 MHz. It targets entry-level 1080p gaming and general multimedia use.

PCI Express 3.0 x16 bandwidth and display limits

The card installs in a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot and connects up to three monitors via one HDMI 2.0, one DisplayPort 1.4 and one DL-DVI-D output. DirectX 12 and OpenGL 4.5 support cover modern APIs. The 128-bit GDDR5 memory at 7008 MHz effective clock sets the practical throughput ceiling.

Solid capacitors and utility software

All solid capacitors are rated for 10 years of continuous full-load operation, lowering temperature and improving efficiency. An aluminum core adds mechanical stability. Afterburner provides wireless overclocking control from Android or iOS devices, while Kombustor adds a built-in DirectX 12 benchmark and Predator handles in-game recording.

How it compares

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Price $199.99
Cheaper than about 72% 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 1518 MHz
Lower than about 91% of the 1,837 comparable items (median 1.89 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Model nameGTX 1050 2G OC
Processor
TDP rating75 W
Memory
Type of memoryGDDR5
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce GTX 1050
Memory capacity2 GB
Boost frequency1518 MHz
CUDA core count640
Core frequency1404 MHz
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Graphics seriesNVIDIA GeForce GTX 10 Series
Effective memory speed7008 MHz
Memory bus width128-Bit
DirectX support12
OpenGL support4.5
Supported displays3
VR readyNo
Audio & video
HDCP support2.2
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 3.0 x16
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.0
DisplayPort connectors1 x DisplayPort 1.4
DVI ports1 x DL-DVI-D
Dual-link DVI supportYes
Size & build
Form factorATX
Max graphics card length177 mm
Card size6.97 in × 4.65 in
Slots occupied2 Slots
Compatibility
Supported operating systemsPower Consumption: 75 W Recommended PSU: 300 W
More details
Cooling solutionSingle Fan

Questions about this item

Which GTX 1050 version should I pick — the 2GB GDDR5 model or a 4GB variant?

This card is the 2GB GDDR5 model with a 128-bit memory interface and 640 CUDA cores. A 4GB variant is not described in the available specifications, so the 2GB version is the one detailed here.

What does the 1518 MHz boost clock mean for actual gaming performance?

The GPU can reach 1518 MHz under load, up from a 1404 MHz base clock. Higher clocks let the 640 CUDA cores process more instructions per second, improving frame rates in titles that scale with core frequency.

Does the PCI Express 3.0 x16 interface limit bandwidth on a modern motherboard?

The card uses a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot, providing up to 16 GT/s per lane. On a 3.0 or newer platform the link runs at full speed; on a 2.0 board it will operate at 2.0 speeds, which may cap throughput in bandwidth-heavy scenes.

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