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Black dual-fan graphics card with compact two-slot design

MSI

MSI RTX 5060 8G SHADOW 2X OC graphics card

SKU CH-F0NT-KABSY MPN RTX 5060 8G SHADOW 2X OC

GeForce RTX 5060 graphics card with 8 GB GDDR7 memory, 3840 CUDA cores and a 2527 MHz boost clock

  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5060
  • Memory capacity8 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 5.0 × 16 (use x8)
  • CUDA core count3840
  • Highest resolution7680 × 4320
  • Boost frequency2527 MHz

Edition SHADOW 2X OC

  • 8 GB GDDR7 memory delivers 28 Gbps bandwidth
  • 3840 CUDA cores accelerate compute workloads
  • Boost clock reaches 2527 MHz for higher frame rates
  • HDMI 2.1b plus three DisplayPort 2.1b outputs drive four displays
  • PCI Express 5.0 x16 interface provides 16 lanes of connectivity

What this card is and who it suits

The MSI RTX 5060 8G SHADOW 2X OC is a GeForce RTX 5060 graphics card aimed at gamers and creators upgrading to the Blackwell architecture. It ships with 8GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus and a factory boost clock of 2527 MHz. The dual-fan cooler keeps the board compact for mid-tower builds.

The spec that decides fit

The PCI Express 5.0 x16 interface runs at x8 electrical width, so the motherboard must provide a compatible slot and chipset support. Memory bandwidth comes from 28 Gbps GDDR7 across the 128-bit interface, feeding 3840 CUDA cores for 1080p and 1440p workloads. Display outputs are one HDMI 2.1b and three DisplayPort 2.1b connectors for up to four monitors.

Installation and common issues

The card occupies two expansion slots and draws power through a single 12VHPWR connector, so check PSU cabling and case clearance before fitting. Driver installation via the NVIDIA app enables DLSS 4, Reflex 2 and Studio features, but a clean install is recommended when moving from an older GPU. Ensure the motherboard BIOS is current to initialise the PCIe 5.0 link at the correct speed.

How it compares

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Price $381.99
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 2527 MHz
Higher than about 67% of the 1,837 comparable items (median 1.89 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Product lineSHADOW
Model nameRTX 5060 8G SHADOW 2X OC
Part numberRTX 5060 8G SHADOW 2X OC
Product colorBlack
Processor
TDP rating145 W
Memory
Type of memoryGDDR7
Display
Highest resolution7680 × 4320
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5060
Memory capacity8 GB
Boost frequency2527 MHz
CUDA core count3840
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Graphics seriesNVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series
Effective memory speed28 Gbit/s
Memory bus width128-Bit
DirectX support12 Ultimate
OpenGL support4.6
Supported displays4
Multi-GPU supportNo
Audio & video
HDCP supportYes
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 5.0 × 16 (use x8)
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.1b
DisplayPort connectors3 x DisplayPort 2.1b
Power
Recommended power supply550 W
Power input connector8-Pin
Size & build
Max graphics card length197 mm
Card size197 × 120 × 40 mm
Shipping weight0.82 kg
Package size279 × 205 × 76 mm
More details
Cooling solutionDouble Fans

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Questions about this item

What does the 2527 MHz boost clock mean for actual gaming performance?

The 2527 MHz boost clock is the maximum frequency the GeForce RTX 5060 GPU can reach under load. Higher clocks let the 3840 CUDA cores process frames faster, so games run at higher frame rates when the card stays cool and power limits allow it.

How does the PCI Express 5.0 x16 interface running at x8 affect data transfer?

The card uses a PCI Express 5.0 x16 physical slot but operates at x8 electrical width. This caps the link at 5.0 x8 bandwidth, which is still ample for the 8GB GDDR7 frame buffer and 128-bit memory interface in current games.

What slot width and power connectors does the SHADOW 2X OC need to fit in my case?

The dual-fan SHADOW design occupies two expansion slots. It requires a standard PCI Express 5.0 x16 slot and draws auxiliary power through the card's onboard connectors, so check your PSU cables and case clearance before installing.

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