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MSI GeForce GTX 1050 dual-fan graphics card with black metal shroud and backplate

MSI

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

SKU CH-RVQ6-ZV6J3

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

  • Graphics processorGeForce GTX 1050
  • Memory capacity2 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 3.0 x16
  • CUDA core count640
  • Highest resolution7680 × 4320
  • Boost frequency1518 MHz
  • Solid capacitors rated for 10 years full-load life
  • Dual-fan cooler covers more heatsink area for efficient heat removal
  • 640 CUDA cores with 1404 MHz base and 1518 MHz boost clocks
  • 2 GB GDDR5 on 128-bit bus at 7008 MHz effective
  • HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4 and DL-DVI-D drive up to 7680 × 4320 across three displays

Core specification and audience

The MSI GeForce GTX 1050 2GT OC delivers 640 CUDA cores with a base clock of 1404 MHz and a boost clock of 1518 MHz. Two gigabytes of GDDR5 memory run across a 128-bit bus at an effective 7008 MHz. The card targets 1080p gaming and multi-monitor productivity on a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot.

Sustained load behaviour

All solid capacitors are rated for 10 years of continuous operation at full load, reducing temperature drift and maintaining efficiency over long sessions. The dual-fan thermal design spreads airflow across a larger heatsink area, keeping clocks stable during extended play rather than throttling after a short burst.

Build quality and connectivity

An aluminium core reinforces the PCB for structural rigidity during transport and installation. Outputs comprise one DL-DVI-D, one HDMI 2.0 and one DisplayPort 1.4, supporting three simultaneous displays up to 7680 x 4320 resolution. The ATX form factor fits standard chassis without specialised brackets.

How it compares

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Price $202.99
Cheaper than about 71% 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 2GT OC
Processor
TDP rating75 W
Memory
Type of memoryGDDR5
Display
Highest resolution7680 × 4320
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 length215 mm
Card size8.46 in × 4.41 in
Slots occupied2 Slots
Compatibility
Supported operating systemsPower Consumption: 75 W Recommended PSU: 300 W
More details
Cooling solutionDouble Fans

Questions about this item

How loud and hot does the dual-fan GTX 1050 2GT OC get when it runs all day?

The dual-fan thermal design covers more heatsink area to move heat away efficiently, while all solid capacitors run at lower temperatures for 10 years of full-load lifetime.

What power connectors and motherboard slot does the GTX 1050 2GT OC need to work?

It plugs into a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot and draws all power from that slot, so no extra power cables are required.

Will the GTX 1050 2GT OC drive my older DVI monitor alongside newer HDMI and DisplayPort screens?

Yes, the card provides one DL-DVI-D, one HDMI 2.0 and one DisplayPort 1.4, supporting up to three monitors simultaneously.

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