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MSI GeForce RTX 5080 16G VANGUARD SOC Launch Edition Graphics Card Review

 

Overview

MSI Vanguard series graphics card embodies the spirit of exploration. Premium gaming craftsmanship is expressed with aerodynamic edges, fractured lines, and futuristic RGB lights that empower players to push the limits of adventure while exploring uncharted worlds.

  • Powered by the NVIDIA Blackwell architecture and DLSS 4
  • Core Clocks:
    Extreme Performance: 2745 MHz (MSI Center)
    Boost: 2730 MHz (GAMING & SILENT Mode)
  • HYPER FROZR THERMAL DESIGN: An apex evolution of advanced thermal design that delivers unparalleled cooling and quiet operation.
  • STORMFORCE Fan: Seven fan blades, claw texturing, and a circular arc are designed for optimal airflow with minimal noise.
  • Advanced Vapor Chamber: Built-in Vapor Chamber swiftly transfers heat from the GPU and VRAM to the core pipe for optimal dissipation.
  • Core Pipes: Square-shaped Core Pipes maximize heat dissipation with the Vapor Chamber for superior cooling.
  • Filled Fins: Shaped fins cover the core pipes to reduce turbulence and enhance cooling performance.
  • Wave Curved 4.0: Precision-engineered wave edges with a high-low fin design enhance airflow and reduce turbulence.
  • Air Antegrade Fin 2.0: The fins feature a V-shaped cutout and a high-low design at the airflow passthrough to optimize flow efficiency.
  • Metal Backplate: A reinforcing metal backplate with airflow vents and thermal pads enhances cooling.
  • Dual BIOS: Dual BIOS gives you the choice to prioritize for full performance in GAMING mode or low noise in SILENT mode.
  • MSI Center: The exclusive MSI Center software lets you monitor, tweak and optimize MSI products in real-time.
  • Afterburner: Take full control with the most recognized and widely used graphics card overclocking software in the world.

To celebrate the launch of the Vanguard series, we invite adventurers to join us on this journey: a special blind box bundled edition where every player can experience the thrill of an unknown Lucky. Each Vanguard Launch Edition includes one exclusive limited-edition Lucky figure – Lucky Around The World series!

 

HYPER FROZR THERMAL DESIGN

An apex evolution of advanced thermal design that combines fans, core pipes, vapor chamber, and fin shape to unleash unparalleled cooling efficiency and silent performance.

STORMFORCE FANS

The STORMFORCE Fan features seven claw-textured blades designed to enhance air pressure, while a circular arc optimizes airflow for superior cooling, minimal noise, and exceptional performance. Built with durable double ball bearings, ensuring long-lasting reliability and smooth operation, even under intense usage.

Advanced Vapor Chamber

The built-in Vapor Chamber quickly absorbs heat from the GPU and VRAM, efficiently
and uniformly transferring it to the core pipe for optimal heat dissipation.

OPTIMIZED HEAT DISTRIBUTION – CORE PIPES

Core pipes feature a square-shaped contact area, engineered for maximum heat capture
in conjunction with the Vapor Chamber, enhancing overall cooling efficiency.

AIRFLOW CONTROL

Strategically designed heatsink fins disrupt unwanted airflow harmonics while
minimizing noise.

Dual BIOS

Dual BIOS gives you the choice to prioritize full performance in GAMING mode or low noise in SILENT mode.

Afterburner – PRECISION CONTROLS, UNLIMITED POWER

MSI Afterburner is the world’s leading graphics card overclocking software, offering complete control and real-time system monitoring. It’s free and compatible with most graphics cards.

MSI Center – BRINGING IT ALL TOGETHER

MSI’s exclusive MSI Center software empowers you to maximize your MSI products. Monitor, tweak, and optimize in real-time with just a few clicks. One of its standout features, AI Tuning, intelligently adjusts your system to meet AI-oriented requirements.

 

Specifications

More information can be found on MSI’s website.

 

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