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MSI GeForce RTX 3050 GAMING X 8G graphics card

SKU CH-X92W-3DS09

Entry-level RTX graphics card with 8GB GDDR6 memory and 128-bit interface for 1080p gaming

  • Memory capacity8 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 4.0 16X
  • Highest resolution7680 × 4320
  • Type of memoryGDDR6
  • Core frequency14000 MHz
  • Chipset makerNVIDIA
  • 8 GB GDDR6 memory supports smooth 1080p gaming
  • PCI Express 4.0 x16 interface delivers high bandwidth
  • 7680×4320 maximum resolution drives ultra-sharp displays
  • 14000 MHz memory clock enables fast texture streaming
  • Single 8-pin power connector simplifies installation

MSI GeForce RTX 3050 GAMING X 8G

The MSI GeForce RTX 3050 GAMING X 8G is a graphics card built around the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 chipset with 8GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit interface. It connects via a PCI Express 4.0 16X slot and draws auxiliary power through a single 8-pin connector. The memory operates at 14000MHz and supports a maximum digital resolution of 7680×4320. This card is intended for desktop PC builders adding discrete graphics to a compatible system.

Who this suits and who should look elsewhere

This model suits users who need an 8GB GDDR6 card with a 128-bit bus and PCI Express 4.0 16X connectivity for general display output and light compute tasks at resolutions up to 7680×4320. Buyers requiring higher memory bandwidth, a wider memory interface, multiple power connectors, or factory overclocked core speeds beyond the stated 14000MHz memory frequency should consider alternative products. The unit is supplied without original packaging or accessories and shows signs of prior use.

Behaviour under sustained load

Under sustained load the card operates within the constraints of its 128-bit GDDR6 interface running at 14000MHz and a single 8-pin power connector. The memory subsystem and power delivery are sized for the reference GeForce RTX 3050 specification, so prolonged heavy workloads will be limited by the 128-bit bus width and the single auxiliary power input rather than by burst thermal headroom. Expect stable output at the rated 7680×4320 maximum resolution within those fixed electrical and bandwidth limits.

How it compares

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

Price $301.99
Cheaper than about 57% 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 14000 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 RTX 3050 GAMING X 8G
Memory
Type of memoryGDDR6
Display
Highest resolution7680 × 4320
Graphics
Memory capacity8 GB
Core frequency14000 MHz
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Memory bus width128bit
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 4.0 16X
Power
Power input connector8pin

Questions about this item

What power supply connector is required for the 8-pin on this RTX 3050?

The card uses a single 8-pin power connector, so the power supply must provide that cable.

Will the PCI Express 4.0 16X interface work with a motherboard that only has PCIe 3.0 slots?

Yes, the interface is backward compatible and will operate at PCIe 3.0 speeds on older boards.

How can I confirm the card is running at its 14000MHz memory frequency after installation?

Use GPU monitoring software to verify the memory clock reads 14000MHz under load.

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