MSI GeForce RTX™ 3050 LP 6G OC

Overview

The MSI GeForce RTX 3050 LP 6G OC is a compact and efficient low-profile graphics card designed for small form factor PC builds. Ideal for mainstream gamers and HTPC enthusiasts, it combines NVIDIA’s Ampere architecture with efficient thermal design to deliver smooth 1080p gaming and multimedia performance with ray tracing and AI-enhanced graphics.

GPU and Memory

This card features the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 GPU with 2304 CUDA cores. It is equipped with 6GB of GDDR6 memory operating at 14 Gbps over a 96-bit memory bus. The boost clock speed runs up to 1492 MHz, offering responsive and reliable performance for modern titles at 1080p resolutions.

Cooling System

The low-profile design incorporates a dual-fan cooling solution along with a large heatsink to effectively dissipate heat while maintaining quiet operation. This cooling system is optimized to fit in slim PC cases without compromising performance.

Key Features and Technologies

• PCI Express Gen 4 x16 (operates at x8) interface for fast data transfer.

• Display outputs include 1 DisplayPort 1.4a and 2 HDMI 2.1 ports, supporting up to 4K at 120Hz.

• Equipped with dedicated Ray Tracing cores and AI-powered Tensor cores for advanced lighting and performance via DLSS.

• Compatible with MSI Center for real-time monitoring, device tweaking, and performance customization.

• MSI Afterburner software supported for customizable overclocking and in-game performance monitoring.

• Recommended power supply unit of 300W due to low power consumption (~70W).

Build Quality and Design

The card measures 174 x 69 x 42 mm and weighs approximately 311 grams, designed specifically for small and slim PC cases. It features a low-profile bracket and a custom PCB engineered for optimized power delivery and reliability.

Performance and Compatibility

The MSI GeForce RTX 3050 LP 6G OC delivers solid 1080p gaming performance with smooth frame rates and enhanced visual fidelity thanks to ray tracing and DLSS technologies. It supports DirectX 12 Ultimate and OpenGL 4.6 for wide game compatibility and modern graphical features.

Conclusion

The MSI GeForce RTX 3050 LP 6G OC is an excellent choice for users building compact PCs who want capable gaming and multimedia performance with the benefits of NVIDIA’s latest tech in a small form factor. It balances power, efficiency, and size without sacrificing modern graphics capabilities.