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Low-profile graphics card with black shroud, single fan, and metal backplate

MSI

MSI GeForce GTX 1050 2GT LP graphics card

SKU CH-Y6VT-3R2KQ

Low-profile graphics card with 2 GB GDDR5 memory, 1.35 GHz core clock, 1.46 GHz boost clock, and HDMI, DisplayPort, and DVI outputs

  • Graphics processorGTX 1050
  • Memory capacity2 GB
  • Form factorPlug-in Card
  • Boost frequency1.46 GHz
  • Type of memoryGDDR5
  • Core frequency1.35 GHz
  • 2 GB GDDR5 memory on a 128-bit bus supports smooth 1080p gaming
  • Core clock of 1.35 GHz and boost clock of 1.46 GHz deliver responsive performance
  • Low-profile plug-in card measuring 7.2 inches fits compact PC builds
  • HDMI, DisplayPort and dual-link DVI outputs drive up to three displays
  • DirectX 12 and OpenGL 4.5 support enables modern API features

Low-profile GTX 1050 for compact builds

The MSI GeForce GTX 1050 2GT LP is a plug-in graphics card built on the NVIDIA GTX 1050 GPU. It targets users who need discrete video output in small-form-factor systems where a full-height board will not fit. The card draws power from the slot alone, so no auxiliary connector is required. Its 2 GB GDDR5 frame buffer connects across a 128-bit interface.

Suits slim HTPCs and office upgrades; not for

This card suits owners of slim desktops, home-theatre PCs or older workstations that have a free PCI Express slot and need HDMI, DisplayPort or dual-link DVI outputs. It supports DirectX 12 and OpenGL 4.5 for current desktop compositing and light compute tasks. Buyers looking for playable frame rates in recent AAA titles or for 4 GB of video memory should consider a higher-tier model.

2 GB GDDR5 decides fit for today's workloads

The single specification that determines suitability is the 2 GB GDDR5 memory capacity paired with a 128-bit bus. That frame-buffer size handles 1080p desktop work, video decode and undemanding esports titles at reduced settings. It becomes a bottleneck when texture budgets exceed 2 GB, so match the card to workloads that stay within that limit.

How it compares

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

Price $197.99
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 1.46 GHz
Lower than about 92% of the 1,837 comparable items (median 1.89 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Product lineGTX 10
Memory
Type of memoryGDDR5
Graphics
Graphics processorGTX 1050
Memory capacity2 GB
Boost frequency1.46 GHz
Core frequency1.35 GHz
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Memory bus width128-Bit
OpenGL supportOpenGL
Ports & slots
HDMI portsYes
DisplayPort connectorsYes
DVI portsYes
Dual-link DVI supportYes
Size & build
Form factorPlug-in Card

Questions about this item

Does the MSI GTX 1050 2GT LP include a low-profile bracket for slim cases, or must I buy one separately?

The card uses a low-profile form factor measuring 7.2 inches long, designed to fit slim chassis without an extra bracket purchase.

Should I choose this 2 GB GDDR5 version or a 4 GB model for 1080p gaming?

This model provides 2 GB of GDDR5 on a 128-bit bus with a 1.46 GHz boost clock, suited for entry-level 1080p titles at modest settings.

What does the 1.46 GHz boost clock deliver once the card is installed in my PC?

The GPU can reach 1.46 GHz under load, driving DirectX 12 and OpenGL 4.5 workloads across HDMI, DisplayPort and dual-link DVI outputs.

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