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MSI GeForce GTX 1070 GAMING X 8G graphics card with dual-fan cooler in black and silver finish

MSI

MSI GeForce GTX 1070 GAMING X 8G graphics card

SKU CH-25CK-YNN58

An 8 GB GDDR5 graphics card with a 256-bit bus, triple DisplayPort 1.4 outputs, HDMI 2.0 and a boost clock up to 1797 MHz

  • Graphics processorGeForce GTX 1070
  • Memory capacity8 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 3.0 x16
  • CUDA core count1920
  • Highest resolution7680 × 4320
  • Boost frequency1797 MHz (OC Mode) 1771 MHz (Gaming Mode) 1683 MHz (Silent M
  • 8 GB GDDR5 memory handles 4K textures at 8108 MHz effective clock
  • Three DisplayPort 1.4 and HDMI 2.0 outputs drive four monitors up to 7680 x 4320
  • 1920 CUDA cores deliver compute power for DirectX 12 and OpenGL 4.5 titles
  • Triple BIOS modes let you choose 1797 MHz boost or 1506 MHz silent core clock
  • PCI Express 3.0 x16 interface with 256-bit bus feeds data without bottleneck

Built for 1080p and 1440p gaming

The MSI GeForce GTX 1070 GAMING X 8G targets players who want high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p resolutions. Its 1920 CUDA cores and 8GB GDDR5 memory handle modern titles at high settings. The card occupies a standard ATX slot and supports four simultaneous displays.

Verify power, space and monitor cables

Confirm your power supply delivers two 8-pin PCIe connectors for the card. Measure case length to ensure the dual-fan cooler fits without touching drive cages. Check that your monitor uses HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4 or DL-DVI-D for the 7680 x 4320 maximum resolution.

Clocks step down through three BIOS profiles

In OC Mode the boost clock reaches 1797 MHz, Gaming Mode holds 1771 MHz and Silent Mode caps at 1683 MHz. The driver selects the profile that matches the thermal headroom available during extended sessions. Memory runs at 8108 MHz effective across all modes.

How it compares

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

Price $288.99
Cheaper than about 58% of the 4,285 comparable items (median $354.99).
Memory capacity 8 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 3,563 items is 8 GB.
Boost frequency 1797 MHz (OC Mode) 1771 MHz (Gaming Mode) 1683 MHz (Silent Mode)
Lower than about 66% of the 1,837 comparable items (median 1.89 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Model nameGTX 1070 GAMING X 8G
Memory
Type of memoryGDDR5
Display
Highest resolution7680 × 4320
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce GTX 1070
Memory capacity8 GB
Boost frequency1797 MHz (OC Mode) 1771 MHz (Gaming Mode) 1683 MHz (Silent Mode)
CUDA core count1920
Core frequency1607 MHz (OC Mode) 1582 MHz (Gaming Mode) 1506 MHz (Silent Mode)
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Graphics seriesNVIDIA GeForce GTX 10 Series
Effective memory speed8108 MHz
Memory bus width256-Bit
DirectX support12
OpenGL support4.5
Supported displays4
Multi-GPU support2-Way SLI
VR readyYes
Audio & video
HDCP supportYes
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 3.0 x16
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
DisplayPort connectors3 x DisplayPort 1.4
DVI ports1 x DL-DVI-D
Dual-link DVI supportYes
Power
Power input connector1 × 6-Pin + 1 × 8-Pin
Size & build
Slots occupied2 Slots
More details
Cooling solutionDouble Fans

Questions about this item

What is included with the MSI GeForce GTX 1070 GAMING X 8G and what must be purchased separately?

The card includes the GPU with 8GB GDDR5 memory on a 256-Bit interface, 1920 CUDA cores, and outputs for 1 x HDMI 2.0, 3 x DisplayPort 1.4, and 1 x DL-DVI-D supporting up to 7680 x 4320 resolution. A compatible PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot and sufficient power supply are required separately.

Which clock mode should I choose between OC, Gaming and Silent on the GTX 1070 GAMING X 8G?

OC Mode runs the core at 1607 MHz with a 1797 MHz boost for maximum performance. Gaming Mode sets 1582 MHz core and 1771 MHz boost for balanced play. Silent Mode drops to 1506 MHz core and 1683 MHz boost for quieter operation.

What does the 8108 MHz effective memory clock mean for actual gaming on this GTX 1070?

The 8108 MHz effective clock on the 8GB 256-Bit GDDR5 memory delivers high bandwidth for 1440p gaming and multi-monitor setups across the 4 supported displays, feeding the 1920 CUDA cores at speeds up to 1797 MHz boost in OC Mode.

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