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Silver dual-slot graphics card with angular shroud and single radial fan

MSI

MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Founders Edition 8GB graphics card

SKU CH-14S5-TV2WK

GeForce GTX 1080 graphics card with 8GB DDR5 memory and 256-bit interface for 7680×4320 resolution

  • Memory capacity8 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 3.0 16X
  • Highest resolution7680 × 4320
  • Type of memoryDDR5
  • Core frequency10000 MHz
  • Chipset makerNVIDIA
  • 8 GB frame buffer enables high-detail 4K textures
  • 256-bit memory bus delivers 10000 MHz bandwidth for smooth throughput
  • PCI Express 3.0 x16 interface provides low-latency host connection
  • 8-pin power connector supplies stable current under load
  • Maximum resolution 7680×4320 supports multi-monitor productivity

Founders Edition 8GB GTX Card

The MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Founders Edition delivers 8GB of DDR5 memory on a 256bit interface for high-resolution gaming and content creation. It connects via PCI Express 3.0 16X and draws power through a single 8pin connector. The card targets enthusiasts who need strong 4K and 7680×4320 output capability from a compact reference design.

Reference Build With Blower Cooling

A vapour-chamber blower cooler exhausts heat directly out the rear bracket, which helps keep internal case temperatures lower in tight builds. The metal shroud and backplate add rigidity while the single 8pin power connector simplifies cable routing. No original packaging or accessories are included, so buyers should plan for their own mounting hardware if required.

Upgrade From 90 Percent Used Tier

This unit is graded at 90 percent new condition and has passed a full functional inspection before shipment. It replaces older GTX cards that lack the memory bandwidth or 7680×4320 maximum resolution supported here. The jump makes sense when a builder needs Pascal architecture performance at 10000MHz memory speed without paying for a brand-new sealed product.

How it compares

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

Price $225.99
Cheaper than about 67% 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.
Core frequency 10000 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 1080-8G Founders Edition
Memory
Type of memoryDDR5
Display
Highest resolution7680 × 4320
Graphics
Memory capacity8 GB
Core frequency10000 MHz
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Memory bus width256bit
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 3.0 16X
Power
Power input connector8pin

Questions about this item

What bandwidth limit does the PCI Express 3.0 16X interface impose on this GTX 1080?

The PCI Express 3.0 16X slot provides up to 16 GT/s per lane, giving the card a theoretical maximum of around 16 GB/s of bidirectional throughput for game data and compute workloads.

What physical clearance and power connector does this Founders Edition card require inside the case?

It needs a dual-slot bracket opening, enough length for the reference cooler shroud, and a single 8-pin PCIe power connector from the PSU.

What is the correct driver installation order after seating the card and attaching the 8-pin power connector?

Boot into Windows, run Display Driver Uninstaller in safe mode to remove old GPU drivers, then install the latest NVIDIA Game Ready driver before launching any 3D application.

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