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MSI GeForce RTX 5080 SHADOW 16GB GDDR7

96.4 4K Gaming Score
GeForce RTX 508016GB GDDR7256-bit360W
Why we recommend this

The Blackwell-based RTX 5080 SHADOW packs 10752 CUDA cores and 16GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 960 GB/s bandwidth for high-resolution gaming. Its triple TORX 5.0 fan cooler and 2.5-slot design keep the 360W TDP manageable, while DLSS 4 and AV1 encoding add versatility for creators. Best for gamers and content creators targeting 4K ray-traced play and video work, though AI LLM tasks score lower.

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89.3 4K Gaming Score
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Why we recommend this ▼

The Blackwell architecture and 16GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus deliver strong 1440p gaming and ray tracing performance, backed by a 2482MHz boost clock. Its compact 288mm, 2-slot design with a triple-fan cooler makes it a practical fit for smaller builds without sacrificing the PCIe 5.0 interface. This card is best for gamers and content creators upgrading to a high-refresh 1440p setup who need AV1 encoding and DLSS 4 support.

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66.9 4K Gaming Score
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