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MSI GeForce GTS 250 graphics card with dual-slot cooler and PCI Express 2.0 connector

MSI

MSI N250GTS-II 512M GDDR3 256bit PCI Express 2.0 16X graphics card

SKU CH-VWXC-YAJZ6

A GeForce GTS 250 card with 512 MB GDDR3 on a 256-bit bus and a 2300 MHz memory clock for 2560×1600 output

  • Memory capacity512M
  • Interface typePCI Express 2.0 16X
  • Highest resolution2560 × 1600
  • Type of memoryGDDR3
  • Core frequency2300 MHz
  • Chipset makerNVIDIA
  • GeForce GTS 250 chipset delivers solid 1080p gaming performance
  • 512 MB GDDR3 memory on a 256-bit bus handles high-resolution textures
  • 2300 MHz memory clock keeps frame rates smooth in older titles
  • PCI Express 2.0 x16 interface fits most desktop motherboards
  • Maximum 2560 x 1600 resolution supports large monitors or dual displays

MSI N250GTS-II 512M GDDR3 256bit

This graphics card uses the NVIDIA GeForce GTS 250 chipset with 512M GDDR3 memory on a 256bit interface. It connects through a PCI Express 2.0 16X slot and supports a maximum resolution of 2560*1600. The core clock runs at 2300MHz for desktop graphics workloads. It is aimed at users upgrading older systems that require this specific interface and memory configuration.

Thermals noise and power draw in normal use

The product is supplied as a used unit rated between 80 and 90 percent new condition. It has passed a 100 percent inspection before shipment to verify functional operation. Typical thermal behaviour and power consumption will follow the reference design for this chipset.

Bundled accessories and software impact

No original packaging or additional accessories are included with the card. The shipment contains only the graphics card itself after inspection. Driver support comes from standard NVIDIA channels for the GeForce GTS 250. No bundled utilities or proprietary software modifications are mentioned in the supplied data.

How it compares

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Price $54.99
Cheaper than about 96% of the 4,285 comparable items (median $354.99).
Core frequency 2300 MHz
Higher than about 66% of the 1,624 comparable items (median 1.82 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Model nameMSI N250GTS-II 512M
Memory
Type of memoryGDDR3
Display
Highest resolution2560 × 1600
Graphics
Memory capacity512M
Core frequency2300 MHz
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Memory bus width256bit
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 2.0 16X

Questions about this item

How do I install this card in a PCI Express 2.0 16X slot and what step is often missed?

Insert the card firmly into the PCI Express 2.0 16X slot until the retention clip clicks, then attach the required supplementary power connector; many builders forget the power lead and the card will not start.

What maintenance will this GeForce GTS 250 with 512M GDDR3 need later?

Clean the heatsink and fan with compressed air every few months to stop dust build-up; if the fan becomes noisy or stops spinning, replace it to keep the GPU cool.

What limit appears first when the 256bit memory interface runs at 2300MHz under sustained load?

The 512M frame buffer fills quickly at high texture settings, forcing the driver to swap data over the PCI Express 2.0 16X bus and causing noticeable stutter.

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