Overview

The RTX 5060 SHADOW 2X OC is part of MSI’s performance-focused SHADOW series, offering 8GB of GDDR7 memory, DLSS 4, and a PCIe 5.0 x8 interface. It’s designed for 1080p and 1440p gaming with high frame rates, ray tracing, and AI-enhanced rendering. The dual-fan TORX 5.0 cooler keeps thermals in check while maintaining a compact footprint for SFF builds.

️ Key Features

• NVIDIA Blackwell Architecture
  • 4th-gen RT cores for full ray tracing
  • 5th-gen Tensor cores for DLSS 4 and FP4 AI acceleration
  • Neural rendering for cinematic realism
• DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation
  • Boosts FPS and image quality using AI
  • Enhanced ray reconstruction and super resolution
• TORX Fan 5.0 Cooling System
  • Ring arc blades stabilize airflow
  • Nickel-plated copper baseplate and square core pipes for efficient heat transfer
• PCIe Gen 5 x8 Interface
  • High bandwidth with future-proof compatibility
  • Supports up to 7680×4320 resolution
• MSI Center & NVIDIA Studio Support
  • Real-time performance tuning and monitoring
  • Optimized for creative workflows like video editing and 3D rendering

Specifications

• GPU Architecture: NVIDIA Blackwell
• CUDA Cores: 3840
• Memory: 8GB GDDR7
• Memory Bus: 128-bit
• Memory Speed: 28 Gbps
• Boost Clock: Up to 2535 MHz
• Interface: PCIe 5.0 x8
• Outputs: 3× DisplayPort 2.1a, 1× HDMI 2.1b
• Max Resolution: 7680×4320
• FP32 Performance: ~19.47 TFLOPS
• Cooling: Dual-fan TORX 5.0
• MSRP: ~$299 USD (Q2 2025 launch)

Why It’s a Smart Choice

• AI-enhanced gaming with DLSS 4 and Reflex 2
• Efficient dual-fan cooling for compact builds
• Ready for creators with NVIDIA Studio tools
• Future-proof PCIe 5.0 interface
• Great value for mid-range performance