MSI GeForce RTX 5050 8G SHADOW 2X OC – 8 GB GDDR6 128-bit, PCIe 5.0 Graphics Card, Dual-Fan TORX Fan 5.0 Cooler, DisplayPort 2.1b + HDMI 2.1b

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GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 (Blackwell architecture) with 2,560 CUDA cores.
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Memory: 8 GB GDDR6 on a 128-bit memory bus, memory speed rated at 20 Gbps.
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Boost clock (Extreme Performance mode): Up to ~2,617 MHz via MSI Center.
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Power consumption: Rated ~130 W total graphics power.
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Recommended system power supply: Minimum 550 W.
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Outputs: 3 × DisplayPort 2.1b + 1 × HDMI 2.1b — supports up to 8K resolution.
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Interface: PCI Express Gen 5 x16 (operates electrically at x8) for modern motherboard compatibility.
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Slot requirement: 2.5-slot width; suitable for smaller or mid-tower systems.
The MSI GeForce RTX 5050 8G SHADOW 2X OC (P/N 912-V538-008) is positioned as the entry-tier desktop graphics card built on NVIDIA’s Blackwell architecture, offering advanced technologies including 4th-generation RT Cores and 5th-generation Tensor Cores, as documented by NVIDIA’s product pages. The card is factory-overclocked (“OC”) and engineered to bring modern graphics capability at a value-oriented segment, while retaining full DirectX 12 Ultimate feature support, DLSS 4, and PCIe 5.0 connectivity for future-proof motherboard compatibility.
With 2,560 CUDA cores and 8 GB of GDDR6 memory configured across a 128-bit bus at 20 Gbps, the RTX 5050 bridges capabilities between mainstream and higher performance tiers. The card supports high refresh gaming at 1080p and 1440p resolutions and includes new generation features that were once reserved for higher tier models. According to the core specification sheet, the card delivers a boost clock of around 2,617 MHz in MSI’s Extreme Performance mode. Thermal design adheres to a compact form factor of roughly 197 × 120 × 40 mm and accepts a single 8-pin power connector, reflecting the modest ~130W graphics power rating.
The SHADOW 2X OC cooler integrates MSI’s TORX Fan 5.0 dual-fan configuration and features a reinforced backplate with ventilation design. This ensures adequate thermal dissipation while preserving compact form — beneficial for builds in constrained spaces or cases with limited clearance. The card supports four simultaneous display outputs: three DisplayPort 2.1b connectors and one HDMI 2.1b, enabling use case flexibility from standard monitors to 8K HDR panels.
Furthermore, the recommended system power supply is specified at 550W, giving system builders guidance on appropriate PSU sizing when this card is deployed alongside other components. With features like G-SYNC support, Resizable BAR, and PCIe 5.0 interface, the RTX 5050 SHADOW 2X OC offers forward-looking functionality in an accessible format. Whether deployed in a compact gaming rig, streaming setup, or productivity build requiring efficient GPU acceleration, this model balances size, performance and compatibility for modern desktop environments.