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MSI GeForce GTX 1060 6G OCV1 graphics card with single fan and black shroud

MSI

MSI GeForce GTX 1060 6G OCV1 6GB GDDR5 Single Fan graphics card

SKU CH-QCWZ-X9659

Compact PCIe 3.0 x16 graphics card with 6 GB GDDR5 on a 192-bit bus, 1280 CUDA cores at 1544 MHz base and 1759 MHz boost, plus HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4 and DVI for VR-ready multi-monitor gaming

  • Graphics processorGeForce GTX 1060
  • Memory capacity6 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 3.0 x16
  • CUDA core count1280
  • Boost frequency1759 MHz
  • Type of memoryGDDR5
  • 6 GB GDDR5 memory enables high-resolution textures
  • 1280 CUDA cores accelerate parallel workloads
  • Boost clock of 1759 MHz lifts frame rates
  • HDMI 2.0 plus DisplayPort 1.4 support 4K displays
  • VR ready for immersive headset experiences

Compact GTX 1060 for small builds

This MSI GeForce GTX 1060 6G OCV1 fits a full GTX 1060 GPU into a short card that suits mini-ITX and space-constrained towers. It targets 1080p gamers and VR starters who need 6 GB GDDR5 on a 192-bit bus without a bulky cooler. The single-slot bracket and single fan keep the footprint small while still delivering 1280 CUDA cores at 1544 MHz base and 1759 MHz boost.

Military Class 4 parts and triple video outputs

The board uses Military Class 4 components for tighter voltage regulation and longer life under load. One dual-link DVI-D, one HDMI 2.0 and one DisplayPort 1.4 drive up to three monitors at once. PCI Express 3.0 x16 provides full bandwidth on any modern platform and the single fan exhausts heat directly out the rear bracket.

VR-ready software stack and driver optimisations

NVIDIA VRWorks and Game Ready drivers give plug-and-play headset support with low latency audio, physics and haptics. GeForce Experience adds one-click optimisation, screenshot capture and streaming tools. DirectX 12 and OpenGL 4.5 ensure compatibility with current titles and creative apps.

How it compares

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

Price $327.99
Typical for this category: the median of 4,285 items is $354.99.
Memory capacity 6 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 3,563 comparable items (median 8 GB).
Boost frequency 1759 MHz
Lower than about 72% of the 1,837 comparable items (median 1.89 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Model nameGTX 1060 6G OCV1
Processor
TDP rating120 W
Memory
Type of memoryGDDR5
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce GTX 1060
Memory capacity6 GB
Boost frequency1759 MHz
CUDA core count1280
Core frequency1544 MHz
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Graphics seriesNVIDIA GeForce GTX 10 Series
Effective memory speed8008 MHz
Memory bus width192-Bit
DirectX support12
OpenGL support4.5
Supported displays3
VR readyYes
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
Power
Power input connector6-Pin
Size & build
Form factorATX
Max graphics card length188 mm
Card size7.4 in × 4.57 in
Slots occupied2 Slots
More details
Cooling solutionSingle Fan

Questions about this item

Does the PCI Express 3.0 x16 interface limit bandwidth on newer motherboards?

The card runs at PCI Express 3.0 x16 speeds; on a 4.0 or 5.0 slot it will operate at 3.0 rates, which is the ceiling for this GPU.

What expansion-slot space does the single-fan GTX 1060 6G OCV1 occupy?

It uses a dual-slot bracket and a compact PCB, so it fits in a standard ATX case with two free rear slots and enough length clearance for a short card.

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

Seat the card firmly in the primary PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot, secure the bracket screw, then connect the required 6-pin power cable — forgetting that cable is the common error.

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