ASUS Prime GeForce RTX™ 5050 8GB GDDR6
The ASUS Prime GeForce RTX 5050 8GB GDDR6 brings NVIDIA’s latest Blackwell architecture to a compact, efficient 2.5-slot card. With a triple Axial-Tech fan design, dual BIOS, and PCIe 5.0 connectivity, it’s built for smooth 1080p/1440p gaming and AI-accelerated workloads without demanding a high-wattage PSU.
Key Features
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 GPU with 8GB GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus
- 2560 CUDA cores, up to 421 AI TOPs for AI-accelerated creative and gaming workloads
- Boost clock up to 2572 MHz (default mode), 2602 MHz in OC mode via GPU Tweak III
- Triple 70mm dual ball-bearing Axial-Tech fans on an aluminum fin-stack heatsink
- PCIe 5.0 interface, 1x HDMI 2.1b + 3x DisplayPort 2.1b, supports up to 4 displays
- Dual-BIOS support and a compact 2.5-slot, 268.3mm design
Specifications
| Model | PRIME-RTX5050-8G | GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 | Memory | 8GB GDDR6, 128-bit, 20 Gbps | CUDA Cores | 2560 | Boost Clock | 2572 MHz (default) / 2602 MHz (OC mode) | Bus Standard | PCI Express 5.0 | Outputs | 1x HDMI 2.1b, 3x DisplayPort 2.1b (up to 4 displays) | Max Resolution | 7680 x 4320 | Power Connector | 1x 8-pin | Recommended PSU | 550W | Dimensions | 268.3 x 120 x 50mm, 2.5-slot |
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Compatibility & Setup Notes
- Requires a case with clearance for a 2.5-slot, 268.3mm-long card.
- Needs a single 8-pin PCIe power connector; a 550W or higher PSU is recommended, such as the NZXT C850 Gold 850W.
- PCIe 5.0 x16 slot recommended for full bandwidth, backward compatible with PCIe 4.0/3.0 motherboards.
Questions & Answers
Q: How much power supply do I need for the RTX 5050 Prime?
A: ASUS recommends a 550W PSU or higher, based on a fully overclocked GPU and CPU configuration.
Q: How many displays can I connect?
A: Up to 4 displays via 1x HDMI 2.1b and 3x DisplayPort 2.1b outputs.
Q: Is this card good for 1440p gaming?
A: The RTX 5050’s 8GB GDDR6 and Blackwell architecture are best suited to 1080p and light 1440p gaming, with AI-accelerated features like DLSS helping boost frame rates.
Q: How does it compare to the ZOTAC RTX 5050 Twin Edge?
A: Both use the same RTX 5050 GPU and 8GB GDDR6 memory; the ASUS Prime version adds a larger triple-fan cooler and dual-BIOS support. See the ZOTAC GAMING GeForce RTX 5050 Twin Edge for a compact dual-fan alternative.
Related Products
- ZOTAC GAMING GeForce RTX 5050 Twin Edge – a compact dual-fan alternative at the same tier
- ASUS Prime B650M-A WIFI II AM5 Motherboard – a matching ASUS Prime-series AM5 board
- NZXT C850 Gold 850W Power Supply – comfortably exceeds the recommended 550W PSU
Learn more from ASUS directly: official ASUS Prime GeForce RTX 5050 8GB GDDR6 product page.
