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MSI Radeon RX 5500 XT GAMING X 8G dual-fan graphics card in black and silver finish

MSI

MSI Radeon RX 5500 XT GAMING X 8G graphics card

SKU CH-0KCA-VKJ1J

Mid-range graphics card with 8 GB GDDR6 memory, 1408 stream processors and a 1845 MHz boost clock for 1080p gaming

  • Graphics processorRadeon RX 5500 XT
  • Memory capacity8 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 4.0
  • Shader units1408
  • Highest resolution7680 × 4320
  • Boost frequency1845 MHz
  • 8 GB GDDR6 memory delivers high-speed texture handling
  • Boost clock reaches 1845 MHz for responsive gaming performance
  • PCI Express 4.0 interface provides doubled bandwidth over previous standard
  • Four display outputs support multi-monitor setups up to 7680 × 4320
  • Twin Frozr 7 cooling keeps thermals in check during extended sessions

Radeon RX 5500 XT 8G Gaming Card

The MSI Radeon RX 5500 XT GAMING X 8G is a mid-range graphics card built on the AMD RDNA architecture with 1408 stream processors. It targets 1080p gamers who want high frame rates in modern titles without moving to a larger GPU. The 8GB GDDR6 frame buffer and PCI Express 4.0 interface keep texture streaming smooth in current engines.

TWIN FROZR 7 Thermals and Power

The TWIN FROZR 7 thermal system uses dual fans and a large heatsink to dissipate heat from the GPU and memory modules. Under typical gaming loads the card runs at its 1845 MHz boost clock while fan speeds stay low enough for a quiet case environment. Power draw remains compatible with a single 8-pin connector and a standard 500 W unit.

Build Integration and Display Outputs

A 128-bit memory bus and compact two-slot bracket leave room for additional expansion cards in tight chassis. The rear I/O provides one HDMI 2.0b port and three DisplayPort 1.4 connectors for up to four simultaneous monitors at 7680 x 4320 resolution. Mystic Light RGB sync ties the card lighting into a unified system theme.

How it compares

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

Price $430.99
Pricier than about 58% 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.
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
Recommended power supply450 W
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

How do I install the MSI Radeon RX 5500 XT GAMING X 8G into a PCI Express 4.0 slot?

Align the card with the PCI Express 4.0 x16 slot, press firmly until the retention latch clicks, then connect the required power cables from your PSU. The step many miss is securing the rear bracket screw before tightening the case side panel.

What maintenance will the TWIN FROZR 7 thermal system need later?

Every 6 to 12 months, power down the PC and use compressed air to clear dust from the heatsink fins and dual fans. Avoid spinning the fans with the air stream; hold them in place to prevent bearing wear.

At what point does the 128-Bit memory interface limit sustained performance?

The 128-Bit bus and 14 Gbps GDDR6 memory saturate first at 4K resolution or heavy texture loads, capping effective bandwidth before the 1408 stream processors reach full utilisation.

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