MSI GeForce RTX 5050 8G SHADOW 2X OC 8GB GDDR6

MSI GeForce RTX 5050 8G SHADOW 2X OC | Compact 1080p Graphics

The MSI GeForce RTX 5050 8G SHADOW 2X OC NVIDIA 8 GB GDDR6 is built for UK system builders seeking a modern, entry-level upgrade. This card targets 1080p gaming and creative tasks. It uses the NVIDIA Blackwell architecture and supports DLSS 4 for enhanced frame rates. The model fits small cases with its 197 mm length and 40 mm height.

MSI GeForce RTX 5050 8G SHADOW 2X OC NVIDIA 8 GB GDDR6

This section details the exact model available at Hardvance. It balances performance and size for compact UK builds.

Product Specifications

Next-Gen Architecture for Modern Games

The card uses the NVIDIA Blackwell architecture. This provides access to Fifth-Gen Tensor Cores and Fourth-Gen Ray Tracing Cores. In practice, this enables realistic lighting and AI-accelerated frame rates in supported titles. You get hardware support for DirectX 12 Ultimate.

Efficient Cooling in a Small Footprint

MSI equips this model with the TORX Fan 5.0 cooling system. The fan blades are linked by ring arcs to stabilise airflow. This design maintains high pressure while keeping noise levels manageable. A heat pipe draws thermal energy away from the GPU core effectively.

Stable Display Output

You can run up to four displays simultaneously. The card includes three DisplayPort 2.1b ports and one HDMI 2.1b port. It supports a maximum resolution of 7680 x 4320 pixels. NVIDIA G-SYNC compatibility is included to reduce screen tearing.

Compact Design for UK Cases

The card measures 197 mm in length and 40 mm in height. This low-profile form factor fits many small form factor (SFF) cases common in UK homes. The reinforcing backplate includes an airflow vent to exhaust heat directly. It weighs just 478 g, reducing stress on the motherboard slot.

Power and Connectivity

The minimum system power supply requirement is 130 W. The card uses a single 8-pin supplementary power connector. It connects via a PCI Express 5.0 interface. The memory bus is 128-bit with a speed of 2617 MHz.

Box contents

• MSI GeForce RTX 5050 8G SHADOW 2X OC Graphics Card
• Documentation

Check before you buy

• Confirm your PC case has at least 197 mm of clearance for the card length.
• Verify your power supply has a spare 8-pin PCIe connector and meets the 130 W minimum.
• Check your motherboard has a free PCI Express 5.0 x16 slot.
• Confirm your operating system supports DirectX 12 Ultimate.

Common questions

Summary & warranty

This MSI model is ideal for UK builders creating a compact 1080p gaming PC or a workstation for light creative work. It offers modern features like ray tracing and DLSS 4 in a small, power-efficient package. It is not intended for 4K gaming or heavy rendering workloads. Covered by the applicable manufacturer warranty.