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MSI GeForce GTX 1080 GAMING 8G graphics card with dual-fan cooler in black and silver finish

MSI

MSI GeForce GTX 1080 GAMING 8G graphics card

SKU CH-Y6VF-8RMCC

An 8 GB GDDR5X graphics card with a 256-bit bus, PCI Express 3.0 16X interface and 7680×4320 maximum resolution

  • Memory capacity8 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 3.0 16X
  • Highest resolution7680 × 4320
  • Type of memoryGDDR5X
  • Core frequency10010 MHz
  • Chipset makerNVIDIA
  • 8GB GDDR5X memory drives smooth 4K and multi-monitor setups
  • Core clock of 10010MHz delivers high frame rates in demanding titles
  • 256-bit memory interface maximises bandwidth for texture-heavy workloads
  • PCI Express 3.0 16X link ensures full data throughput to the GPU
  • 7680×4320 maximum resolution supports ultra-wide and 8K displays

GTX 1080 Gaming Graphics Card

The MSI GeForce GTX 1080 GAMING 8G is a graphics card built for high-resolution gaming and content creation. It uses the NVIDIA GTX 1080 chipset with 8GB of GDDR5X video memory. The PCI Express 3.0 16X interface provides broad motherboard compatibility. This card suits enthusiasts seeking strong 4K performance.

Thermals Noise and Power Draw

The card requires both a 6-pin and an 8-pin power connector to operate. The dual-slot cooler manages heat from the GPU and memory modules. Fan speed adjusts automatically based on core temperature during load. Typical gaming sessions keep thermals within safe operating limits.

8GB GDDR5X Memory Decides Fit

Video memory capacity is 8GB running at 10010MHz across a 256-bit bus. This specification determines whether the card handles your target resolution and texture quality. Maximum supported output resolution reaches 7680×4320. Verify your workload fits within the 8GB frame buffer before purchase.

How it compares

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

Price $222.99
Cheaper than about 68% 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 10010 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 GAMING 8G
Memory
Type of memoryGDDR5X
Display
Highest resolution7680 × 4320
Graphics
Memory capacity8 GB
Core frequency10010 MHz
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Memory bus width256bit
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 3.0 16X
Power
Power input connector6pin+8pin

Questions about this item

How do I install the MSI GeForce GTX 1080 GAMING 8G and what is the step people often miss?

Insert the card into a PCI Express 3.0 16X slot and connect both the 6pin and 8pin power connectors; the step often missed is attaching both cables instead of just one.

What maintenance or replacement will the MSI GeForce GTX 1080 GAMING 8G need later?

Clean dust from the heatsink and fans periodically; the GDDR5X memory and GPU are soldered and not user-replaceable.

What limit appears first on the MSI GeForce GTX 1080 GAMING 8G under sustained load?

The 256bit memory interface and 10010MHz GDDR5X clock set the bandwidth ceiling that is reached before the 8GB frame buffer fills at 7680×4320.

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