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MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X dual-fan graphics card in black and silver

MSI Refurbished

MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X 8G OC graphics card

SKU CH-F0JZ-HJVSW MPN RTX 3050 Ventus 2X 8G OC

Refurbished GeForce RTX 3050 with 2560 CUDA cores, 8GB GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus, 1807 MHz boost clock, dual-fan cooler, HDMI 2.1 and three DisplayPort 1.4 outputs, PCI Express 4.0, 130W TDP

  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 3050
  • Memory capacity8 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 4.0
  • CUDA core count2560
  • Highest resolution7680 × 4320
  • Boost frequency1807 MHz
  • 8 GB GDDR6 memory for smooth 1080p gaming
  • Boost clock of 1807 MHz lifts frame rates in demanding titles
  • 2560 CUDA cores accelerate creative workloads and modern games
  • PCI Express 4.0 interface doubles bandwidth over the previous standard
  • Dual-fan cooler keeps temperatures low in a compact 235 mm card

8GB GDDR6 128-bit frame buffer

This MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X 8G OC graphics card delivers an 8GB GDDR6 frame buffer on a 128-bit bus with a 14 Gbps effective memory clock. The GeForce RTX 3050 GPU provides 2560 CUDA cores and a 1807 MHz boost clock over a PCI Express 4.0 interface. A dual-fan cooler keeps the 130W board within thermal limits.

Entry 1080p builds, not 1440p ultra

The card suits gamers targeting 1080p resolution with moderate detail settings and creators who need four-display output via one HDMI 2.1 and three DisplayPort 1.4 connectors. DirectX 12 Ultimate and OpenGL 4.6 support covers modern APIs. Buyers chasing high-refresh 1440p or 4K gaming should consider a wider memory bus and more CUDA cores.

128-bit memory interface limits bandwidth

The 128-bit memory interface is the specification that decides suitability; it constrains memory bandwidth compared to wider designs. Ensure the case accepts a 235 mm long, 2-slot card and that the power supply delivers 550W with an 8-pin connector for the single auxiliary power input.

How it compares

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

Price $112.99
Cheaper than about 90% 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 1807 MHz
Lower than about 64% of the 1,837 comparable items (median 1.89 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Product lineVentus
Model nameRTX 3050 Ventus 2X 8G OC
Processor
TDP rating130 W
Memory
Type of memoryGDDR6
Display
Highest resolution7680 × 4320
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 3050
Memory capacity8 GB
Boost frequency1807 MHz
CUDA core count2560
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Graphics seriesNVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series
Effective memory speed14 Gbit/s
Memory bus width128-Bit
DirectX support12 Ultimate
OpenGL support4.6
Supported displays4
Audio & video
HDCP supportYes
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 4.0
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.1
DisplayPort connectors3 x DisplayPort 1.4
Power
Recommended power supply550 W
Power input connector8-Pin
Size & build
Max graphics card length235 mm
Card size9.25 in × 4.88 in
Slots occupied2 Slots
Shipping weight1.02 kg
Package size305 × 222 × 70 mm
More details
Cooling solutionDouble Fans

Questions about this item

Will the 235 mm length and 2-slot width fit my mid-tower case?

The card measures 235 mm long and occupies 2 slots, so check your case clearance and motherboard spacing before ordering.

Does the single 8-pin power connector plug straight in, or do I need an adapter?

Connect the 8-pin directly from your PSU; a 550 W unit is the recommended minimum.

How often should I clean the dual fans to keep temperatures stable?

Blow dust from the two fans every few months with compressed air; no other user-serviceable parts require attention.

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