• Welcome to TechPowerUp Forums, Guest! Please check out our forum guidelines for info related to our community.
  • The forums have been upgraded with support for dark mode. By default it will follow the setting on your system/browser. You may override it by scrolling to the end of the page and clicking the gears icon.

MSI Releases Custom NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Graphics Cards

GFreeman

News Editor
Staff member
Joined
Mar 6, 2023
Messages
2,040 (2.38/day)
MSI proudly unveils its latest lineup of graphics cards powered by the newly launched NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 GPUs, featuring the GAMING, VENTUS, and SHADOW series. Engineered with cutting-edge graphics technology and robust thermal solutions, these new graphics cards are built to deliver consistent, reliable performance across a wide range of gaming and creative applications. Advanced cooling technologies ensure efficient, quiet operation—even under sustained workloads—making them a trusted choice for users who prioritize stability, efficiency, and long-term value.

Powered by NVIDIA Blackwell, GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs bring game-changing capabilities to gamers and creators. Equipped with a massive level of AI horsepower, the RTX 50 Series enables new experiences and next-level graphics fidelity. Multiply performance with NVIDIA DLSS 4, generate images at unprecedented speed, and unleash creativity with NVIDIA Studio. Additionally, users can harness NVIDIA NIM microservices, a suite of advanced AI models designed to help developers build AI assistants, agents, and workflows—optimized for NIM-ready systems.



MSI GeForce RTX 5050 Lineup Overview

GAMING
Carrying forward MSI's iconic Dragon Spirit legacy, the GAMING series offers a refined dual-fan design as a compact alternative to the GAMING TRIO. Equipped with the TWIN FROZR 10 thermal solution and STORMFORCE Fans, it delivers concentrated airflow with minimal noise. Reinforced with optimized cooling and a durable structure, it ensures stable, smooth performance gameplay across a broad range of scenarios. With its distinctive aesthetic and trusted thermal design, the GAMING series continues to deliver an immersive and reliable experience for gamers.

VENTUS
Designed with practicality and performance in mind, the VENTUS series provides a sleek, no-frills option for users seeking reliable gaming performance in a compact form. Its angular shroud and dual-fan layout support efficient cooling and quiet operation, while its minimalist design fits seamlessly into a variety of builds. VENTUS is a strong all-around choice for gamers looking for dependable power and everyday versatility.

SHADOW
Tailored for users who prioritize essential design and broad system compatibility, the SHADOW series features a compact dual-fan layout optimized for small form factor builds. Its practical construction ensures effective cooling and stable operation during daily gaming sessions. With a clean and efficient design, SHADOW makes integration effortless—ideal for builders seeking straightforward performance and long-term dependability.


View at TechPowerUp Main Site | Source
 
I like my 3050 6GB GPU for it's slot-poweredness. I'd love a 70W 5050 for higher-FPS slot-powery goodness. Will it be MSi? ASUS? Yeston? Who's gonna step up?
 
I don't even mind if they limit the clocks and power limit to meet the slot power limits, it would still be a solid improvement over the 3050.

Because I was slightly annoyed at the 3050 6GB being offered instead of the 4050 or 4060 at 70W slot-powered (LOL didn't keep me from getting one though), I spent a bunch of time testing and guesstimating how a 4050 or 4060 would perform at 70W as my kid has the 4060 in a gaming laptop. Long story short, at 70W the 4060 should be just about 40% faster than the 3050 6GB, which would be a very welcome improvement. Yes, the clocks will necessarily be limited to hit 70W but most of the generational performance would be retained as the 3050 6GB is itself clock-limited to stay within the 70W envelope. As the 5050 seems like it'll be pretty much a 4060, the improvement should be similar, maybe ~35% better.

I'd still like there to be a 70W 5060 with GDDR7 but there's no way they'll "waste" a GB206 die on such a low-wattage (and price) GPU when there's a smaller, cheaper GB207 available.
 
Back
Top