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Full-length triple-fan graphics card, brushed-metal shroud with RGB accents, silver backplate, three DisplayPort and one HDMI port

MSI

MSI RTX 2080 Gaming Trio graphics card

SKU CH-ZKY8-ETMAQ

GeForce RTX 2080 graphics card with 8GB GDDR6 memory, 2944 CUDA cores and a 1800 MHz boost clock for 4K gaming

  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 2080
  • Memory capacity8 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 3.0 x16
  • CUDA core count2944
  • Highest resolution7680 × 4320
  • Boost frequency1800 MHz
  • Real-time ray tracing for lifelike lighting with the GeForce RTX 2080 GPU
  • High frame rates at 4K backed by 8 GB GDDR6 on a 256-bit bus
  • Boost clock up to 1800 MHz for responsive gaming performance
  • Drive up to four displays via three DisplayPort 1.4 and one HDMI 2.0b
  • 2944 CUDA cores accelerate creative workloads and compute tasks

GPU overview

The MSI RTX 2080 Gaming Trio is a GeForce RTX 2080 graphics card with 8GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-Bit bus and 2944 CUDA cores. It targets enthusiasts who want high frame rates at 1440p or entry-level 4K gaming and supports DirectX 12 and OpenGL 4.5.

Installation notes

The card uses a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot and measures 12.87" x 5.51", so verify case clearance and that your motherboard has a free full-length slot. Ensure the power connectors on your supply match the card's requirements and that airflow can reach the triple-fan cooler.

Pre-order checklist

Confirm your monitor uses HDMI 2.0b, DisplayPort 1.4 or USB Type-C to reach the 7680 x 4320 maximum resolution. Check that your power supply has enough wattage and the correct PCIe cables for this model. Verify the operating system supports DirectX 12 for full feature access.

How it compares

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

Price $255.99
Cheaper than about 63% 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 1800 MHz
Lower than about 65% of the 1,837 comparable items (median 1.89 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Model nameRTX 2080 GAMING TRIO
Processor
TDP rating260 W
Memory
Type of memoryGDDR6
Display
Highest resolution7680 × 4320
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 2080
Memory capacity8 GB
Boost frequency1800 MHz
CUDA core count2944
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Graphics seriesNVIDIA GeForce RTX 20 Series
Effective memory speed14 Gbit/s
Memory bus width256-Bit
DirectX support12
OpenGL support4.5
Supported displays4
Multi-GPU support2-Way SLI
VR readyYes
Audio & video
HDCP support2.2
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 3.0 x16
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.0b
DisplayPort connectors3 x DisplayPort 1.4
Extra ports1 x USB Type-C
Power
Recommended power supply650 W
Power input connector2 × 8-Pin
Size & build
Max graphics card length327 mm
Card size12.87 in × 5.51 in
In the box
In the boxAccessories:/1 × 6-pin to 8-pin power cable/1 x Graphics Card Support Bracket

Questions about this item

How do I verify the boost clock is running at 1800 MHz after installation?

Use GPU monitoring software such as MSI Afterburner to observe the core frequency under load; it should report 1800 MHz when the card reaches its boost state.

What cables and accessories are included, and which display cables must I supply?

The box contains the graphics card, a quick-start guide and a driver disc; you must provide your own HDMI 2.0b or DisplayPort 1.4 cables for the 1 x HDMI and 3 x DisplayPort outputs.

Which RTX 2080 variant should I pick if I need 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 256-Bit bus?

This Gaming Trio model already provides 8 GB GDDR6 across a 256-Bit interface with 2944 CUDA cores, so no further capacity choice is required.

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