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MSI Radeon RX 5500 XT GAMING X 8G 8GB graphics card

SKU CH-AFS6-NJ6F2

An 8 GB GDDR6 graphics card with a 128-bit bus, 1408 stream processors and boost clock of 1845 MHz, plus HDMI 2.0b and three DisplayPort 1.4 outputs for up to four monitors

  • Graphics processorRadeon RX 5500 XT
  • Memory capacity8 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 4.0
  • Shader units1408
  • Highest resolution7680 × 4320
  • Boost frequency1845 MHz
  • 8GB GDDR6 memory at 14 Gbps fuels high-detail textures
  • Boost clock of 1845 MHz drives responsive 1080p frame rates
  • TWIN FROZR 7 cooling keeps thermals steady under load
  • PCI Express 4.0 interface doubles host bandwidth headroom
  • Four display outputs support 7680 x 4320 multi-monitor setups

Radeon RX 5500 XT GAMING X 8G

This MSI graphics card uses the AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT GPU with 1408 stream processors. It runs at a core clock of 1685 MHz and a boost clock of 1845 MHz. The board carries 8GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit interface clocked at 14 Gbps. It connects via PCI Express 4.0 and supports DirectX 12 and OpenGL 4.6.

1080p gamers and multi-monitor users

The card suits players targeting 1080p resolution with high refresh rates and creators who need up to four displays. It offers one HDMI 2.0b port and three DisplayPort 1.4 outputs for a maximum resolution of 7680 x 4320. Buyers aiming at 1440p ultra settings or 4K gaming should look at higher-tier GPUs with wider memory buses and more VRAM.

PCIe 4.0 platform with adequate power

Install the card in a PCI Express 4.0 slot to use the full interface bandwidth; it also works in 3.0 slots at reduced speed. The 128-bit memory bus and 8GB frame buffer free up system RAM for other tasks. Ensure your power supply has the required 8-pin connectors and that your case has enough length clearance for a dual-fan design.

How it compares

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

Price $371.99
Typical for this category: the median of 4,285 items is $354.99.
Memory capacity 8 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 3,563 items is 8 GB.
Boost frequency 1845 MHz
Lower than about 58% of the 1,837 comparable items (median 1.89 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Model nameRX 5500 XT GAMING X 8G
Processor
TDP rating140 W
Memory
Type of memoryGDDR6
Display
Highest resolution7680 × 4320
Graphics
Graphics processorRadeon RX 5500 XT
Memory capacity8 GB
Boost frequency1845 MHz
Shader units1408
Core frequency1685 MHz
Chipset makerAMD
Graphics seriesAMD Radeon RX 5500 Series
Effective memory speed14 Gbit/s
Memory bus width128-Bit
DirectX support12
OpenGL support4.6
Supported displays4
VR readyYes
Audio & video
HDCP supportYes
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 4.0
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.0b
DisplayPort connectors3 x DisplayPort 1.4
Power
Power input connector8-Pin
Size & build
Max graphics card length247 mm
Card size9.72 in × 5.04 in
More details
Cooling solutionDouble Fans

Questions about this item

Does my motherboard need a PCI Express 4.0 slot for this RX 5500 XT GAMING X 8G to function?

The card uses a PCI Express 4.0 interface and will also run in a 3.0 slot at 3.0 speeds.

Can I keep my older 1080p monitor connected via HDMI while adding a DisplayPort 1.4 display?

Yes, the card provides one HDMI 2.0b and three DisplayPort 1.4 outputs, supporting up to four monitors simultaneously.

How can I verify the 1845 MHz boost clock is actually reached during a game?

Use MSI Afterburner or the Radeon overlay to monitor the real-time GPU frequency while under load.

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