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Low-profile black graphics card with single fan and HDMI DisplayPort outputs

MSI

MSI GT 1030 4GD4 LP OC graphics card

SKU CH-BXTT-SYHKC MPN GT 1030 4GD4 LP OC

Low-profile GeForce GT 1030 with 4 GB DDR4 memory, 384 CUDA cores, HDMI 2.0b and DisplayPort 1.4a outputs

  • Graphics processorGeForce GT 1030
  • Memory capacity4 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 3.0 x16 (uses x4)
  • CUDA core count384
  • Boost frequency1430 MHz
  • Type of memoryDDR4
  • 4GB DDR4 memory for smooth everyday visuals
  • Boost clock of 1430 MHz lifts frame rates in light titles
  • 384 CUDA cores accelerate compute and video tasks
  • HDMI 2.0b and DisplayPort 1.4a drive two modern displays
  • PCIe 3.0 x16 interface fits standard low-profile slots

Low-profile GT 1030 for compact builds

The MSI GT 1030 4GD4 LP OC is a low-profile graphics card built on the NVIDIA Pascal architecture with 384 CUDA cores. It targets small-form-factor PCs that need a discrete GPU for desktop acceleration, light gaming or multi-monitor productivity without a full-height bracket. A single-fan cooler keeps the PCB short enough for slim cases.

4 GB DDR4 on a 64-bit bus

The card carries 4 GB of DDR4 memory clocked at 2100 MHz across a 64-bit interface, providing enough frame buffer for 1080p video playback, office suites and older or less demanding titles. In modern games with high texture settings the narrow bus and limited capacity become the bottleneck, so frame rates drop once assets exceed the available VRAM.

PCIe x4 link and modest power draw

The board connects through a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot that operates at x4 electrical width, reducing peak bandwidth but fitting a wider range of motherboards. Under typical desktop and media workloads the single fan runs quietly and the GPU stays within a low thermal envelope, making it suitable for chassis with restricted airflow.

How it compares

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Price $95.99
Cheaper than about 92% of the 4,285 comparable items (median $354.99).
Memory capacity 4 GB
Lower than about 90% of the 3,563 comparable items (median 8 GB).
Boost frequency 1430 MHz
Lower than about 93% of the 1,837 comparable items (median 1.89 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Model nameGT 1030 4GD4 LP OC
Product colorBlack
Processor
TDP rating20 W
Memory
Type of memoryDDR4
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce GT 1030
Memory capacity4 GB
Boost frequency1430 MHz
CUDA core count384
Core frequency1189 MHz
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Graphics seriesNVIDIA GeForce GTX 10 Series
Effective memory speed2100 MHz
Memory bus width64-Bit
DirectX support12
OpenGL support4.5
Supported displays2
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 3.0 x16 (uses x4)
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.0b
DisplayPort connectors1 x DisplayPort 1.4a
Power
Recommended power supply300 W
Size & build
Form factorATX
Max graphics card length150 mm
Shipping weight0.36 kg
Package size254 × 178 × 51 mm
In the box
Includes low-profile bracketYes
More details
Cooling solutionSingle Fan

Questions about this item

Will the GT 1030 4GD4 LP OC run in a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot that only wires four lanes?

Yes, the card uses a PCI Express 3.0 x16 connector that operates on four electrical lanes, so it works in a slot wired for x4 without any extra configuration.

How can I verify the GT 1030 is running at its rated boost clock of 1430 MHz after installation?

Open GPU-Z or the NVIDIA Control Panel and check the sensor tab while a 3D load is active; the core clock should read 1430 MHz under load.

Does the GT 1030 4GD4 LP OC include a low-profile bracket and a DisplayPort cable in the box?

The box contains the graphics card with a low-profile bracket already fitted, a driver disc and a quick-install guide; a DisplayPort cable is not supplied and must be purchased separately.

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