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MSI GeForce GTX 1060 Founders Edition card with dual-slot metal shroud and single fan

MSI

MSI GeForce GTX 1060 Founders Edition graphics card

SKU CH-7Q77-E18RS

6 GB GTX 1060 graphics card with 8000 MHz DDR5 memory on a 192-bit bus and PCI Express 3.0 x16 interface

  • Memory capacity6 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 3.0 16X
  • Type of memoryDDR5
  • Core frequency8000 MHz
  • Chipset makerNVIDIA
  • Memory bus width192bit
  • 6GB memory for smooth 1080p gaming
  • 8000MHz memory frequency for fast data transfer
  • PCI Express 3.0 16X interface for high bandwidth
  • 192-bit memory interface for efficient throughput
  • 6-pin power connector for stable delivery

GTX 1060 6 GB DDR5 PCI Express 3.0 16X

The MSI GeForce GTX 1060 Founders Edition is a mid-range graphics card built for 1080p gaming and general compute tasks. It uses a 192-bit memory interface and a 6-pin power connector. The card targets users who need reliable frame rates in popular titles without stepping up to a higher tier.

6 GB video memory at 8000 MHz on 192-bit bus

Six gigabytes of DDR5 memory running at 8000 MHz provide enough capacity for most 1080p textures and moderate multitasking. The 192-bit bus keeps bandwidth adequate for standard quality settings. At higher resolutions or with heavy texture packs the frame buffer and bus width become the limiting factor.

Upgrade from older GTX cards or integrated graphics

Replacing an older GTX model or an integrated solution yields a clear gain in 1080p performance and memory headroom. The jump makes sense when current hardware struggles with modern game settings or when a 6-pin power connector and PCI Express 3.0 16X slot are already available.

How it compares

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

Price $182.99
Cheaper than about 75% of the 4,285 comparable items (median $354.99).
Memory capacity 6 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 3,563 comparable items (median 8 GB).
Core frequency 8000 MHz
Higher than about 90% of the 1,624 comparable items (median 1.82 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Model nameMSI GeForce GTX 1060 Founders Edition
Memory
Type of memoryDDR5
Graphics
Memory capacity6 GB
Core frequency8000 MHz
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Memory bus width192bit
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 3.0 16X
Power
Power input connector6pin

Questions about this item

Will the PCI Express 3.0 16X interface work with my older motherboard that only has a PCIe 2.0 slot?

Yes, the card uses a standard PCI Express 3.0 16X interface which is backward compatible with PCIe 2.0 slots, though it will run at the slower 2.0 speeds.

How can I verify the 8000 MHz memory clock is active after installing the card?

Open GPU-Z or the NVIDIA control panel and check the memory clock reading; it should report 8000 MHz effective for the DDR5 frame buffer.

The listing mentions no original packaging or accessories; does the card at least include the required 6-pin power connector?

The card has a 6-pin power connector on board, but no power adapter cables are included; you must supply a compatible cable from your power supply.

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