MSI GeForce RTX 5080 16G VANGUARD SOC LAUNCH EDITION 16GB GDDR7 Graphics Card

MSI GeForce RTX 5080 16G VANGUARD SOC LAUNCH EDITION

Key Specifications

• GPU Model: NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5080

• Architecture: Blackwell 2.0 (GB203-400-A1)

• CUDA Cores: 10,752

• Memory: 16GB GDDR7

• Memory Interface: 256-bit

• Memory Speed: 30 Gbps

• Memory Bandwidth: 960 GB/s

• Base Clock: 2,295 MHz

• Boost Clock: 2,730 MHz (GAMING/SILENT Mode), 2,745 MHz (Extreme Performance via MSI Center)

• Ray Tracing Cores: 84 (4th Gen)

• Tensor Cores: 336 (5th Gen)

• PCIe Interface: PCIe 5.0 x16

• Outputs: 3 × DisplayPort 2.1b, 1 × HDMI 2.1b (supports up to 4K@480Hz or 8K@120Hz with DSC)

• Max Digital Resolution: 7680 × 4320

• Power Consumption: 360W

• Recommended PSU: 850W

• Power Connector: 1 × 16-pin (12VHPWR)

• Dimensions: 357 × 151 × 66 mm

• Weight: 1,945g (card only), 3,991g (with packaging)

• DirectX/OpenGL Support: DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6

• Multi-Display Support: Up to 4 displays

Cooling & Build Features

• HYPER FROZR Thermal Design: Combines advanced vapor chamber, core pipes, and fin structures for efficient cooling.

• STORMFORCE Fans: Seven-blade design with claw texturing and circular arc for optimal airflow and minimal noise.

• Advanced Vapor Chamber: Rapidly transfers heat from the GPU and VRAM to the core pipes.

• Core Pipes: Square-shaped contact area maximizes heat capture.

• Filled Fins: Precisely shaped fins reduce turbulence and enhance cooling.

• Wave Curved 4.0 & Air Antegrade Fin 2.0: Enhance airflow and reduce resistance.

• Metal Backplate: Reinforces the card and aids in heat dissipation.

Software & BIOS

• Dual BIOS: Switch between GAMING (performance) and SILENT (quiet) modes.

• MSI Center: Monitor, tweak, and optimize in real-time.

• Afterburner: Advanced overclocking utility.

Special Launch Edition Perks

• Exclusive Bundle: Includes a limited-edition "Lucky Around The World" vinyl figure.

• Support Stand: Bundled stand to support the card's weight in the PC case.

Summary

The MSI GeForce RTX 5080 16G VANGUARD SOC LAUNCH EDITION stands out as a top-tier graphics card, offering exceptional performance for gaming and content creation. Its advanced cooling solutions, robust build quality, and exclusive launch edition perks make it a compelling choice for enthusiasts seeking the best in GPU technology.

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