Asus has added a sleek new model to itsGeForce RTX 3050 6GBgraphics card family. Complementing the previously announced Dual and Dual OC models, the firm has revealed theAsus GeForce RTX 3050 LP BRK 6GBreference andOC editiongraphics cards. These designs will appeal to those on the hunt for a relatively modern yet affordable GPU that fits in a low-profile dual-slot space. The system doesn’t require power cabling, and other bonuses the inclusion of aDVI-D portand the use of Asus’s IP5X dust-resistant fans.
The arrival of the RTX 3050 6GB models has given graphics card designers some low-power flexibility. We have already seen passive and ITX-sized cards using this GPU from AIBslike Palit. MSI was also quick out of the gate with both a Ventus 2X and a low-profile model. Now it looks like Asus doesn’t want to miss out on the low-power, low-profile, low-capacity system case niche.
Above you can see the reference specs of the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 6GB and8GB modelscompared. However, the new Asus GeForce RTX 3050 LP BRK 6GB models are both a little faster than reference. The standard version has a boost clock of 1,470 MHz (but 1,500 MHz in OC mode). Meanwhile, the OC model pumps these numbers up to a default boost clock of 1,507 MHz (1,537 MHz in OC mode). The percentage clock speed increases compared to reference aren’t much to get excited about, though. The best boost clock uplift available without any extra tinkering is under 5%.
The physical dimensions are probably one of the sharpest focus points of anyone considering an Ampere architecture card like the new Asus GeForce RTX 3050 LP BRK 6GB (OC). Asus says these cards measure 182 x 69 x 40 mm, or 7.17 x 2.72 x 1.58 inches. Thus they aren’t as short as many a single-fan design, but the low-profile shape and 2-slot width will make some customers happy. Remember, these cards don’t need any power cabling either – important if you have a puny proprietary PSU.
Asus supplies two stainless steel brackets with its GeForce RTX 3050 LP BRK 6GB (OC): a full-height and low-profile height version. Three ports are present on the bracket. In addition to theHDMI 2.1and DP 1.4a ports you might expect, there is a DVI-D connector.
We don’t have availability or pricing from Asus for the GeForce RTX 3050 LP BRK 6GB (OC). However, it is expected to become available soon, and buyers should expect a small premium on the $170 - $180 the Dual (and Dual OC) models are currently listed.
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