MSI
GeForce GTX 1070 Gaming X
Best premium graphics for quiet and powerful 1440p gaming.
The MSI GeForce GTX 1070 GAMING X 8GB is a powerful graphics card designed for PC gaming. It features the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 GPU with 8GB of GDDR5 memory, offering excellent performance for its generation. This card supports DirectX 12 and OpenGL 4.5, ensuring compatibility with modern games and applications. Its advanced cooling system with two fans keeps temperatures in check during intense gaming sessions. The card also boasts VR readiness, allowing for immersive virtual reality experiences. With multiple output ports including DisplayPort and HDMI, it supports high resolutions and multiple displays.
$299.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
68
/ 860
#68 in Desktop GPU
Price vs Category Average
-78%
Below average
Who it's for
- Gamers on a budget seeking solid 1080p performance
- Users prioritizing a cool and quiet gaming or workstation experience
- Consumers looking for a dependable, long-term graphics card solution
Who should skip it
- Enthusiasts wanting peak performance for the latest graphically intensive games
- Users desiring cutting-edge graphics features and future-proof technology
- Eco-conscious users or those building highly power-efficient systems
Performance breakdown
1080p Gaming Performance
Crushes modern titles at high refresh rates with ease.
Thermal Efficiency
Twin Frozr fans keep temperatures impressively low under heavy load.
Acoustic Profile
Near-silent operation even when the GPU is pushed to limits.
Build Quality
Sturdy backplate and premium shroud feel built to last.
Overclocking Headroom
Solid potential for enthusiasts looking to squeeze out extra frames.
VRAM Capacity
8GB of GDDR5 handles high-resolution textures without breaking a sweat.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the GeForce GTX 1070 Gaming X by MSI for its exceptional quality and strong value. Reviewers frequently highlight the card's superior cooling system, which maintains low temperatures even under load, contributing to remarkably quiet operation. This robust thermal performance, combined with solid build construction, instills confidence in its reliability. Many users felt it offered an excellent balance of performance for 1440p gaming at its price point, making it a highly recommended choice for its generation. The overall sentiment reflects a product that delivers on its promises of premium experience and lasting satisfaction.
Know before you buy
The GTX 1070 remains a capable card for 1080p gaming at high settings and can handle many titles at 1440p with adjusted graphics settings. While it lacks modern features like hardware-accelerated ray tracing, it still provides a smooth experience for most esports titles and older AAA games.
Yes, this model requires one 8-pin and one 6-pin power connector from your power supply. We recommend a high-quality power supply unit of at least 500W to ensure stable performance under load.
The MSI Gaming X version is a dual-slot card measuring approximately 279mm in length. Before purchasing, verify that your PC case has enough clearance to accommodate this length and that you have two open expansion slots on your motherboard.
MSI’s Twin Frozr VI cooler is designed to be very quiet, featuring a ZeroFrozr mode that stops the fans entirely when the GPU is under low load or idling. During intense gaming, the fans spin up, but they generally remain much quieter than standard reference-style blower coolers.
Absolutely. The card features three DisplayPort 1.4 ports, one HDMI 2.0b port, and one DVI-D port, allowing you to connect multiple displays simultaneously for productivity or gaming.
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