
MSI
MSI GeForce RTX 5060 SHADOW 2X OC 8GB Graphics Card
SKU: RTX5060SHADOW2XOC8GB
Why We Chose This
We selected the MSI RTX 5060 SHADOW 2X OC for its exceptional balance of performance and acoustic comfort. With 3840 CUDA cores and 8GB GDDR7, it's a powerhouse for 1440p gaming, while the TORX Fan 4.0 cooling keeps noise to a minimum. Perfect for gamers who want high frame rates without the jet-engine sound.
MSI RTX 5060 SHADOW 2X OC 8GB: 3840 CUDA cores, 8GB GDDR7, 2535 MHz boost, whisper-quiet dual-fan cooling for 1440p gaming.
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Specifications
Product Description
The MSI GeForce RTX 5060 SHADOW 2X OC 8GB delivers exceptional 1440p gaming performance with NVIDIA's latest architecture. Featuring 3840 CUDA cores and 8GB GDDR7 memory, it handles ray tracing and DLSS 3 with ease. The dual-fan TORX Fan 4.0 design ensures whisper-quiet operation even under load.
Key Features
- NVIDIA RTX 5060 GPU with 3840 CUDA cores
- 8GB GDDR7 memory on 128-bit bus
- Extreme Clock: 2535 MHz (MSI Center)
- PCIe Gen 5 x16 (operates at x8) interface
- DisplayPort 2.1b & HDMI 2.1b outputs (up to 8K@120Hz)
- TORX Fan 4.0 dual-fan cooling with Zero Frozr
- OC edition for out-of-the-box performance boost
Why You'll Love It
Experience smooth, high-fidelity gaming without the noise. The SHADOW series prioritises quiet cooling and clean aesthetics, making it an ideal choice for minimalist builds or noise-sensitive environments.
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Upgrade your rig with the MSI GeForce RTX™ 5060 SHADOW 2X OC 8GB, a graphics card built to deliver high-efficiency cooling, strong performance, and whisper-quiet operation. Designed with gamers in mind, the SHADOW series offers a clean, performance-centric aesthetic powered by NVIDIA’s latest RTX™ 5060 GPU architecture, making it the ideal choice for builders and upgraders who want next-gen visuals without sacrificing acoustic comfort.
Harness the power of 3840 CUDA® cores and 8GB of ultra-fast GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus, pushing performance to new heights with up to 2535 MHz Extreme Clock speeds via MSI Center. The card’s PCIe Gen 5 x16 interface (operating at x8) ensures blistering throughput, while DisplayPort 2.1b and HDMI™ 2.1b outputs support resolutions up to 8K at 120Hz or 4K at 480Hz, complete with HDR and G-SYNC® support for smooth, tear-free gameplay.
The SHADOW 2X OC features TORX Fan 5.0 technology, a refined dual-fan cooling solution where fan blades are linked by ring arcs and tilted at 22° to boost airflow by 23% over standard axial fans. This design ensures better pressure, higher cooling capacity, and reduced turbulence—keeping your GPU cooler, even under intense workloads.
Beneath the shroud, heat is drawn away rapidly by high-efficiency heat pipes, which work in tandem with a robust heatsink and reinforced backplate with ventilation, allowing warm air to escape directly through the card. The intelligent fan control system activates only when needed, maintaining complete silence during idle or light usage. When the action heats up, the fans automatically engage for optimal thermal regulation.
Whether you’re diving into fast-paced shooters, creative workloads, or expansive open worlds, the RTX™ 5060 SHADOW 2X OC provides the graphical horsepower and thermal stability required for a consistently smooth experience.
FEATURES:
- Extreme Clock: 2535 MHz (MSI Center)
- Boost Clock: 2527 MHz
- TORX Fan 5.0: Fan blades linked by ring arcs work to stabilize and maintain high-pressure airflow.
- Heat Pipes designed for efficient heat transfer, the heat pipes effectively draw thermal energy away from the GPU.
- Reinforcing Backplate: The reinforcing backplate features an airflow vent that allows exhaust air to directly pass through.
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Graphics Processing Unit: NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5060
- Interface: PCI Express® Gen 5 x16 (uses x8)
- Core Clocks:
- Extreme Performance: 2535 MHz (MSI Center)
- Boost: 2527 MHz
- CUDA® CORES: 3840 Units
- Memory Speed: 28 Gbps
- Memory: 8GB GDDR7
- Memory Bus: 128-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: Y
- Power consumption: 145 W
- Power connectors: 8-pin x 1
- Recommended PSU: 550 W
- DirectX Version Support: 12 Ultimate
- OpenGL Version Support: 4.6
- Maximum Displays: 4
- G-SYNC® technology: Y
- Digital Maximum Resolution: 7680 x 4320
- Card Dimensions: 19.7 x 12 x 4 cm
- Card Weight: 493 g
WHAT'S IN THE BOX:
- MSI GeForce RTX 5060 SHADOW 2X OC 8GB Graphics Card x1
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the MSI RTX 5060 SHADOW support ray tracing?+
Yes, it fully supports NVIDIA RTX ray tracing and DLSS 3 for enhanced visuals and performance.
What power supply is recommended for this card?+
NVIDIA recommends a 650W PSU. Ensure your PSU has at least one 8-pin PCIe power connector.
Is this card suitable for VR gaming?+
Absolutely. With 8GB GDDR7 and high clock speeds, it handles VR titles smoothly at high settings.
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