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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 175 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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95%would recommend to a friend

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Customers admire the NVIDIA RTX 3050 VENTUS 2X XS 8G OC graphics card for its impressive performance, budget-friendly price, and easy installation. It is considered a great option for gaming, especially at 1080p resolution, and offers a significant performance boost compared to previous-generation cards. While some users experienced minor graphical issues, these were generally resolved quickly.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Graphics card, Performance, Price

    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
  • Pros mentioned:
    Graphics card, Installation

    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
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Performance

    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

    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

    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 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 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

    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
  • Pros mentioned:
    Installation

    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

    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 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 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
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    3050 is not my first choice.

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

    Not great value imho. This card barely outperforms a 1070ti by about 3-10 fps depending on the game. I wasn’t personally impressed and ended up going with the 4060 instead.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Graphics card, Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    BUY THE UPGRADE NOW!!!!

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

    The graphics card is a phenomenal card and it look really good cosmetically. I did return my graphics card due to it not fitting my Personal PC that’s the only reason y bc if it did fit I’ll b using it all day and night!!! The return was a easy and smooth return and took less than 10 minutes and I didn’t have no issues with getting my refund. So for anybody that is looking to buy this card it’s definitely a must have due to the high quality and the built in Perks that the card have. Even tho I didn’t use it for my PC I did get a chance to see what the card is like in another PC and it’s great for any gamers looking for some high quality graphics and that’s looking to play competitive with great graphics and great performance.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A budget card that works very well on a budget

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    A budget card that does the job for gaming at 1080p. Playing elden ring maxed out on this thing and a ryzen 7. Never going back to Radeon after seeing how seamlessly these nvidia cards run without overheating or the fans going ballistic

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Older card but still works well

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

    Works great. Mid-range when I bought it for Fortnite, but for the price it’s still very good in 2025

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    MSI also the best GPU

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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.

    this gpu is the same as other higher rates, same performance, this is the best gpu and affordable I ever bought, beside my radeon.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Installation, Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The 3050 is a great card, highly recommended

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

    Very solid card, runs literally everything at High - Ultra settings. Temps always stay great and installation was super easy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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