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Black low-profile graphics card with two fans and metal bracket

MSI Refurbished

MSI RTX 3050 LP 6G OC 6GB 1492 MHz graphics card

SKU CH-3XJR-5BGCG MPN RTX 3050 LP 6G OC

Low-profile graphics card with 6GB GDDR6 memory, 2304 CUDA cores and a 1492 MHz boost clock for compact systems

  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 3050
  • Memory capacity6 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 4.0 x8
  • CUDA core count2304
  • Highest resolution7680 × 4320
  • Boost frequency1492 MHz
  • 6 GB GDDR6 memory enables smooth 1080p gaming
  • Boost clock of 1492 MHz delivers responsive performance
  • 2304 CUDA cores accelerate parallel workloads
  • PCIe 4.0 x8 interface provides fast data transfer
  • Two HDMI 2.1 and one DisplayPort 1.4a support three displays

Compact 6GB RTX 3050 for small-form-factor builds

The MSI RTX 3050 LP 6G OC delivers 6GB GDDR6 on a 96-Bit bus with 2304 CUDA cores and a 1492 MHz boost clock. Its double-fan cooler fits a 174 mm ATX board drawing 70W TDP. Three display outputs (2 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x DisplayPort 1.4a) drive up to 7680 x 4320 across three monitors.

Upgrade from integrated graphics or older entry GPUs

The jump is worthwhile when a system lacks discrete video or runs a card without DirectX 12 Ultimate support. PCI Express 4.0 x8 electrical interface works in x8 slots and in x4 wired slots at reduced bandwidth. The 14000 MHz memory clock and 6GB frame buffer remove bottlenecks in 1080p workloads that exceed integrated memory.

Fits standard ATX cases

The 174 mm length clears most compact chassis while the 70W TDP keeps PSU demands modest. HDMI 2.1 ports enable high-refresh 4K displays without adapters. DirectX 12 Ultimate and OpenGL 4.6 compatibility covers modern APIs for creative apps and gaming at 1080p.

How it compares

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

Price $107.99
Cheaper than about 91% of the 4,285 comparable items (median $354.99).
Memory capacity 6 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 3,563 comparable items (median 8 GB).
Boost frequency 1492 MHz
Lower than about 92% of the 1,837 comparable items (median 1.89 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Product lineLP
Model nameRTX 3050 LP 6G OC
Product colorBlack
Processor
TDP rating70 W
Memory
Type of memoryGDDR6
Display
Highest resolution7680 × 4320
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 3050
Memory capacity6 GB
Boost frequency1492 MHz
CUDA core count2304
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Graphics seriesNVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series
Effective memory speed14000 MHz
Memory bus width96-Bit
DirectX support12 Ultimate
OpenGL support4.6
Supported displays3
Audio & video
HDCP supportYes
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 4.0 x8
HDMI ports2 x HDMI 2.1
DisplayPort connectors1 x DisplayPort 1.4a
Size & build
Form factorATX
Max graphics card length174 mm
Shipping weight0.50 kg
Package size244 × 180 × 66 mm
More details
Cooling solutionDouble Fans

Questions about this item

Will the 174 mm length and dual-slot cooler fit in a standard low-profile ATX case?

The card measures 174 mm long and uses a dual-fan cooler in an ATX form factor, so it fits most low-profile cases that clear full-height slots and have at least 174 mm of GPU clearance.

What is the correct way to seat the PCI Express 4.0 x8 interface and connect the 70 W power connector?

Align the gold fingers with the motherboard slot, press firmly until the retention latch clicks, then attach the 8-pin power cable from the PSU — skipping the power cable is the step most builders miss.

When should the thermal paste on the GeForce RTX 3050 GPU be refreshed?

Refresh the thermal paste if GPU temperatures rise noticeably under load after a year or two; otherwise the 70 W TDP and dual-fan design keep the chip cool for years without intervention.

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