MSI GeForce RTX 5080 16G VENTUS 3X OC PLUS Graphics Card

Experience unparalleled gaming and creation with the NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5080, built for peak performance in South Africa.

Quick Specs

• Achieve extreme frame rates with a clock speed of up to 2655 MHz for superior gaming performance.
• Benefit from a stabilized, high-pressure airflow thanks to the innovative TORX Fan 5.0 design.
• Experience efficient heat transfer with a nickel-plated copper baseplate, capturing heat directly from the GPU.
• Enjoy a robust build with a metal backplate that strengthens the card and aids in heat dissipation.
• Seamlessly connect to next-generation displays and consoles with support for PCI Express Gen 5 and HDMI 2.1b.

Unleash raw power for the discerning South African gamer and creator

This is not merely a graphics card; it is the very engine of digital performance, meticulously engineered for those who demand the apex of gaming fidelity and professional creation capabilities. For the South African enthusiast who understands that victory is measured in milliseconds and that creation flows unimpeded, this MSI VENTUS 3X OC PLUS offers an undeniable advantage. It is built for those who push boundaries, who seek to render the impossible, and who require their hardware to not just keep pace, but to lead the charge. This graphics card is for you if you refuse to accept compromise and seek a tool that amplifies your skill and vision.

Engineered for sustained peak performance

The heart of this graphics card beats at an extreme performance clock of 2655 MHz, ensuring that every rendered frame is delivered with breathtaking speed. Even under the most demanding loads, the boost clock maintains an impressive 2640 MHz, providing consistent, unyielding power. This performance is sustained through intelligent thermal design. The TORX Fan 5.0, with its uniquely linked fan blades, works in concert to generate and maintain a powerful, high-pressure airflow. This critical cooling system prevents thermal throttling, allowing the card to operate at its maximum potential for extended periods, whether you are in the heat of a competitive match or rendering complex 3D scenes. The power of this advanced GPU ensures seamless operation.

Advanced cooling meets robust construction

At its core, a nickel-plated copper baseplate acts as the primary conduit for heat, swiftly capturing thermal energy directly from the GPU and memory modules. This captured heat is then efficiently transferred to the heatsink array for dissipation. Complementing this is a sturdy metal backplate. Far from being purely aesthetic, this backplate provides crucial structural rigidity to the card, preventing GPU sag and ensuring long-term stability. Furthermore, the integrated airflow vent design within the backplate actively reduces trapped heat, further enhancing the overall thermal management strategy and contributing to the card's longevity and consistent performance.

The gateway to next-generation digital experiences

This graphics card is built upon the revolutionary NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5080, leveraging the sheer power of 10752 CUDA cores. It interfaces with your system via the cutting-edge PCI Express® Gen 5 slot, offering double the bandwidth of its predecessor for faster data transfer. Paired with 16GB of lightning-fast GDDR7 memory running at 30 Gbps across a 256-bit bus, this card is equipped to handle the most complex textures, datasets, and real-time rendering demands. This ensures an exceptionally smooth experience, even at the digital frontier of 7680 x 4320 resolution. This powerful GPU stands ready.

Designed for the future of visual computing

The MSI VENTUS 3X OC PLUS is more than capable of driving the latest visual technologies. With support for DirectX 12 Ultimate and OpenGL 4.6, it is ready for any modern application. It can simultaneously drive up to four displays, each capable of resolutions up to 7680 x 4320. Connectivity is paramount, featuring an HDMI™ 2.1b port that supports up to 4K at 480Hz or 8K at 120Hz with DSC, Gaming VRR, and HDR, alongside HDCP support for protected content. This ensures that whether you are gaming, creating, or consuming media, you are experiencing it at the highest possible fidelity and responsiveness. It is a testament to the advancements in graphics card technology.

FEATURES:

• Powered by the NVIDIA Blackwell architecture and DLSS 4
• SFF-Ready Enthusiast GeForce Card
• Extreme Performance Clock: 2655 MHz (MSI Center)
• Boost Clock: 2640 MHz
• TORX Fan 5.0: Fan blades linked by ring arcs work to stabilize and maintain high-pressure airflow.
• Nickel-plated Copper Baseplate: Heat from the GPU and memory is swiftly captured by a nickel-plated copper baseplate and transferred.
• Core Pipes feature a square design to maximize contact with the GPU baseplate for optimal thermal management.
• Metal Backplate: A sturdy metal backplate strengthens the graphics card while the airflow vent design reduces excess heat.

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Graphics Processing Unit: NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5080
• Interface: PCI Express® Gen 5
• Core Clocks:
  • Extreme Performance: 2655 MHz (MSI Center)
  • Boost: 2640 MHz
• CUDA® Cores: 10752 Units
• Memory Speed: 30 Gbps
• Memory: 16GB GDDR7
• Memory Bus: 256-bit
• Output:
  • DisplayPort x 3 (v2.1b)
  • HDMI™ x 1 (As specified in HDMI™ 2.1b: up to 4K 480Hz or 8K 120Hz with DSC, Gaming VRR, HDR)
• HDCP Support: Yes
• Power consumption: 360 W
• Power connectors: 16-pin x 1 (ATX 3.1 PSU recommended)
• Recommended PSU: 850 W
• DirectX Version Support: 12 Ultimate
• OpenGL Version Support: 4.6
• Maximum Displays: 4
• G-SYNC® technology: Yes
• Digital Maximum Resolution: 7680 x 4320
• Colour: Silver
• Product Dimensions: 30.3 x 12.1 x 4.9 cm
• Product Weight: 1105g

WHAT'S IN THE BOX:

• MSI GeForce RTX 5080 16G VENTUS 3X OC PLUS Graphics Card - Silver x1

Why MSI

MSI stands at the forefront of gaming hardware, delivering unparalleled performance and innovative technology to South African gamers and creators. Known for rigorous quality control and a commitment to pushing performance boundaries, MSI ensures every component meets the highest standards. Choose MSI for a competitive edge and a truly immersive digital experience. MSI offers top-tier graphics card solutions for every level of gamer.