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MSI GeForce GT 430 graphics card, black PCB, single fan, metal bracket, DVI HDMI VGA ports

MSI

MSI N430GT V5 D3 1G GDDR3 graphics card

SKU CH-1RZ0-FMV9F

Entry-level NVIDIA GeForce GT 430 card with 1 GB GDDR3 memory and 128-bit bus for basic 2560×1600 display output

  • Memory capacity1 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 2.0 16X
  • Highest resolution2560 × 1600
  • Type of memoryGDDR3
  • Core frequency1800 MHz
  • Chipset makerNVIDIA
  • 1GB GDDR3 memory handles everyday graphics tasks
  • PCI Express 2.0 16X interface fits standard desktop slots
  • 128-bit memory bus moves data efficiently
  • Core clock reaches 1800MHz for responsive performance
  • Maximum resolution 2560×1600 supports large displays

MSI N430GT V5 D3 1G GDDR3 graphics card

This entry-level NVIDIA GeForce GT430 card provides 1GB of GDDR3 memory across a 128-bit interface. It connects via a PCI Express 2.0 16X slot and supports a maximum resolution of 2560×1600. The board is suited for basic desktop display, media playback and legacy system upgrades.

Thermals noise and power draw

The GT430 chipset runs at a core clock of 1800MHz and a memory frequency of 1800MHz within a modest power envelope. Passive or compact active cooling typical of this class keeps temperatures low during office tasks and video decoding. Fan noise remains unobtrusive in normal indoor environments.

Bundled accessories and software

No original packaging or additional accessories are included with this unit. The product ships as the bare graphics card after a 100 percent inspection. Driver support is obtained directly from NVIDIA for the GeForce GT430.

How it compares

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

Price $56.99
Cheaper than about 96% of the 4,285 comparable items (median $354.99).
Memory capacity 1 GB
Lower than about 98% of the 3,563 comparable items (median 8 GB).
Core frequency 1800 MHz
Typical for this category: the median of 1,624 items is 1.82 GHz.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Model nameMSI N430GT V5 D3 1G
Memory
Type of memoryGDDR3
Display
Highest resolution2560 × 1600
Graphics
Memory capacity1 GB
Core frequency1800 MHz
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Memory bus width128bit
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 2.0 16X

Questions about this item

How do I install the MSI N430GT V5 D3 1G into a PCI Express 2.0 16X slot and what step is often missed?

Align the card with the PCI Express 2.0 16X slot, press firmly until the retention bracket clicks, then secure the bracket screw to the case; the step often missed is fastening that screw, which prevents the card from sagging and losing contact.

What maintenance will the GDDR3 memory and cooling assembly need over time?

Dust the heatsink and fan blades with compressed air every few months to keep airflow clear; the GDDR3 memory itself requires no user service, but thermal paste on the GPU core may need replacement after several years if temperatures rise.

At what point does the 128bit memory interface become the limiting factor during sustained workloads?

The 128bit memory interface caps bandwidth at the GDDR3 1800MHz rate, so during sustained high-resolution or multi-texture workloads the memory bus saturates before the GPU core reaches its 1800MHz core clock, making the bus the first bottleneck.

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