MSI GeForce RTX 5050 Gaming OC 8GB NVIDIA Graphic Card

The MSI GeForce RTX 5050 Gaming OC 8GB is a desktop graphics card built on NVIDIA’s Blackwell architecture, bringing next-generation rendering capabilities to mid-range gaming systems. At its core are 2,560 CUDA cores operating at a boost clock of 2,632 MHz, with an Extreme Performance mode reaching 2,647 MHz via MSI Center software. The card is equipped with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory running at 20 Gbps across a 128-bit bus, delivering responsive performance across a wide range of modern titles. Fifth-generation Tensor Cores enable DLSS 4 with FP4 precision, allowing AI-accelerated upscaling and frame generation. Fourth-generation Ray Tracing Cores support Mega Geometry workflows, while redesigned Streaming Multiprocessors are optimised for neural shader operations. The card connects via PCI Express Gen 5 x16 (operates at x8) and requires a single 8-pin power connector, with a rated TDP of just 130 W and a recommended PSU of 550 W — making it compatible with a broad range of existing builds. MSI’s TWIN FROZR 10 cooling system anchors the thermal design, featuring STORMFORCE fans with seven fan blades, claw-textured surfaces, and a circular arc geometry to maximise airflow while minimising noise. A dedicated heat pipe draws thermal energy away from the GPU die, and a reinforcing backplate incorporates an airflow vent to allow exhaust air to pass through directly, supporting sustained performance under load. Display output is handled by three DisplayPort 2.1b ports and one HDMI 2.1b port, supporting up to four simultaneous displays at a digital maximum resolution of 7,680 × 4,320 (8K). HDMI 2.1b enables up to 4K 480 Hz or 8K 120 Hz with DSC, Gaming VRR, and HDR. G-SYNC technology is supported. The card is DirectX 12 Ultimate and OpenGL 4.6 compliant. Physical dimensions are 202 × 120 × 41 mm with a card weight of 497 g, making it a compact dual-slot solution suitable for mid-tower and smaller cases. MSI Center software provides real-time monitoring and tuning, while MSI Afterburner offers granular overclocking control. Verifiable Specifications: GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 (Blackwell) | CUDA Cores: 2,560 | Memory: 8 GB GDDR6, 128-bit, 20 Gbps | Boost Clock: 2,632 MHz | Extreme Performance Clock: 2,647 MHz | Interface: PCIe Gen 5 x16 (x8) | TDP: 130 W | Power Connector: 8-pin × 1 | Recommended PSU: 550 W | Outputs: 3× DisplayPort 2.1b, 1× HDMI 2.1b | Max Resolution: 7680 × 4320 | Max Displays: 4 | DirectX: 12 Ultimate | OpenGL: 4.6 | Dimensions: 202 × 120 × 41 mm | Card Weight: 497 g | Model: G5050-8GC