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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 228 reviews

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Enough GPU power at a good price!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good graphics card for a good price! I built a lower end gaming computer for my wife that could run Marvel Rivals. The RTX 3050 8GB can get 60fps in the game with all the graphics on medium, but with character models on high. The game looks good enough to play and runs well on this GPU. If you are looking for just enough power at a good price, this is the GPU for you.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Faster than a cheetah on energy drinks!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Ladies and gentlemen, let me introduce you to the absolute beast of a graphics card I just snagged from Best Buy. We're talking about a piece of hardware so powerful that it doesn’t just render pixels; it whispers sweet nothings to them before arranging them into a symphony of visual ecstasy. Installation? Please, it was so fast and easy that I’m pretty sure the card installed itself. I opened the box, and I swear it winked at me, flexed a little, and jumped into my PC on its own. I just sat back, sipped my coffee, and watched as it slid into the PCIe slot with the grace of a ballerina who moonlights as a tech genius. Now, when I fire up a game, it’s like the pixels have been lifting weights. The graphics are so smooth and detailed, I’m pretty sure my monitor blushed the first time I turned it on. The frame rates? They’re so high, I’ve had to strap my chair down to keep from being blown away by the sheer speed. In conclusion, this graphics card isn’t just good; it’s the superhero your gaming rig has been waiting for. It’s faster than a cheetah on energy drinks and smoother than buttered silk. Best Buy should probably start selling capes, because this card is saving the day, every day.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    MSI - NVIDIA RTX 3050 VENTUS 2X XS 8G OC - 8GB GDD

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Acquired this to upgrade my kid system from onboard graphics to this MSI 3050. It was a big difference and the kid been playing solid 7 days! Got it on sale and I couldn't pass it up. It performs well and there have been no issues.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great PC GPU

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Super easy to install and works perfectly in my PC! It arrived here within a week and had free shipping. I couldn’t have had a better experience!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for my build

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Im getting well over 60 fps in even my more graphic intensive games set on ultra and epic

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    3050

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    one the best GPS for value and performance very easy to install

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works great.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It delivers in quality and performance. Highly recommend that everyone looking for a 1080p PC gaming desktop.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    You Need This

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    If you need a great card for cheap and you need to by it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    RTX GPU

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works amazing my girlfriend has no problem with this GPU highly recommend if you looking to buy a new GPU for your PC

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing RTX GPU

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Has been amazing since I installed it into my PC has improved everything

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    3050 8gb

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great GPU. It performs better than expected and visually looks great

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    UPLIFT IN FPS

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Significant uplift in fps at less wattage. Dlss ftw.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    ITEM IS NOT AS DESCRIBED IN SPECS BY BEST BUY

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    WARNING! ITEM IS NOT AS DESCRIBED IN SPECS BY BEST BUY ON PRODUCT PAGE. I am writing this negative review with great disappointment, as it marks the first time I have felt compelled to do so after many positive experiences with Best Buy. Future buyers need to be aware of a serious discrepancy regarding this GPU. Upon purchasing the MSI - NVIDIA VENTUS 2X XS 8G OC (8GB GDDR6 - PCI Express 4.0 - Graphics Card - Black), I was under the impression that the product would feature 1 HDMI Port and 3 Display Ports, as stated on Best Buy's product page. However, after having the GPU installed by a professional technician, I discovered that the actual configuration includes only 1 HDMI Port, 1 Display Port, and 1 DL-DVI-D Port. This means it does not have the four ports advertised, which significantly alters the usability of this graphics card for my needs. I entrusted my computer technician with the installation, believing the product specifications would hold true. It was only after receiving my computer back that I realized the incorrect configuration. I reached out to Best Buy's phone support to rectify the situation. Unfortunately, my experience was less than satisfactory. I spoke with three different representatives, each time explaining the issue in detail and expressing my desire for a remedy rather than a simple return. What I was hoping for was some form of adjustment or resolution that could alleviate the inconvenience of uninstalling the GPU, especially since I had to pay a technician for the initial installation. Regrettably, I was met with resistance, and the representatives were unwilling to escalate the matter to a supervisor plus refused to allow me to discuss this matter with a Best Buy supervisor.. Instead, they presented me with the only options of returning the item or visiting a Best Buy store to further discuss my case. It appears that Best Buy's phone support has changed, possibly due to offshore operations, and it simply hasn’t been at the same level of service I’ve come to expect over the years. This experience has not only left me frustrated but has also made me reconsider my purchasing process moving forward. In light of this experience, I strongly advise future customers to verify manufacturer specifications before placing an order, especially when relying on information that ends up being inaccurate. I sincerely hope that Best Buy addresses this issue to avoid affecting other customers in the future.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Gtx

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    All good perfect function, quick instalation, brand new

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Card For Budget Setup!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works more than well with my Ryzen 5 5500 ! Currently getting 120-180 FPS on Marvel Rivals Medium settings

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    RTX 3050 8GB

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Solid 1080p gaming GPU. Perfect fit with older Dell PCs that have less room for GPUs

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    rtx 3050 potato

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I use this gpu for rtx video upscaling to when I'm watching lower quality content. On auto its on setting 2, on setting 4 its lagging, but its a beta feature. I haven't tried gaming on this. Build quality is good.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    NEW GRAPHICS CARD!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Item has improved Gaming by a lot. 10/10 Boosted Frames by over 100fps

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Gpu

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Better than integrated graphics worth the money and helped run games better

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    MY FAVORITE PART

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    THIS IS THE MOST PERFECT ITEM I EVER SEE WHEN I UPGRADE I GONNA GO TO BEST BUY AND GET ANOTHER ONE

    I would recommend this to a friend
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