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Compact graphics card with single fan cooler and metal backplate

MSI

MSI GeForce GTX 1050 AERO ITX 2G OC graphics card

SKU CH-HZNN-J1AV3

Compact single-fan card with 2 GB GDDR5, 640 CUDA cores, boost clock 1518 MHz and HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4 plus DVI for three monitors

  • Graphics processorGeForce GTX 1050
  • Memory capacity2 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 3.0 x16
  • CUDA core count640
  • Boost frequency1518 MHz
  • Type of memoryGDDR5
  • 2 GB GDDR5 memory on a 128-bit bus feeds 640 CUDA cores
  • Boost clock of 1518 MHz lifts frame rates above the 1404 MHz base
  • HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4 and DL-DVI-D drive three monitors
  • PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot provides full bandwidth for the GTX 1050
  • All-solid capacitors rated for 10 years lower temperatures and raise efficiency

Compact 2GB GPU for small-form-factor builds

The MSI GeForce GTX 1050 AERO ITX 2G OC fits mini-ITX cases and upgrades older desktops with a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot. It targets 1080p gaming and multi-monitor productivity on a modest power budget. The 640 CUDA cores run at a 1404 MHz base clock and a 1518 MHz boost clock for consistent frame rates.

Solid-capacitor board with three modern outputs

All solid capacitors are rated for 10 years of full-load operation, lowering temperatures and improving efficiency. A single aluminium-core fan cools the compact PCB. One HDMI 2.0, one DisplayPort 1.4 and one DL-DVI-D connector drive up to three displays simultaneously.

Low thermal load and quiet operation

The 128-bit GDDR5 memory at 7008 MHz effective clock keeps bandwidth steady without excessive heat. The single fan spins down at idle and stays subdued under load, drawing only PCIe slot power. DirectX 12 and OpenGL 4.5 support ensure compatibility with current titles and creative workloads.

How it compares

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

Price $195.99
Cheaper than about 73% 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 AERO ITX 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
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
Max graphics card length155 mm
Card size6.1 in × 4.41 in
Slots occupied2 Slots
More details
Cooling solutionSingle Fan

Questions about this item

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

The card uses PCI Express 3.0 x16 so it is limited to that generation's throughput even if the slot supports a newer standard.

What physical space does the single-fan AERO ITX design need inside the case?

The compact ITX form factor fits in small builds and occupies a single expansion slot at the rear.

How is the card installed and which power step is often missed?

Insert the card into a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot, secure the bracket screw, and connect a 6-pin power cable from the PSU.

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