INSPIRE seamlessly fuses a sleek, compact design with cutting-edge performance: the MSI GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 Inspire 3X OC BLACK (G5080-16I3CB) puts flagship-class graphics into a smaller footprint ideal for creative professionals, content creators, and anyone building a high-performance SFF (small form factor) rig. Powered by NVIDIA’s Blackwell architecture and equipped with DLSS 4, this SFF-ready enthusiast card delivers responsive rendering, accelerated AI workflows, and stunning visuals—all while fitting into builds where space and thermal efficiency matter.
Benefits
- Compact powerhouse for creative workflows: Get workstation-caliber performance in a smaller, SFF-friendly package so your editing, 3D rendering, and compositing workflows run smoother without requiring a full tower chassis.
- Next-generation graphics and AI acceleration: NVIDIA Blackwell architecture combined with DLSS 4 elevates frame rates, image quality, and accelerated AI tasks—helpful for GPU-accelerated effects, upscaling and complex compute workloads.
- Exceptional multi-monitor and 8K support: With outputs tuned for high bandwidth and resolutions up to 7680 x 4320, this card is ready for high-resolution displays, multi-monitor setups, and demanding visual presentations.
- Quiet, efficient cooling under load: MSI’s thermals and fan design keep temperatures in check while minimizing acoustic impact, enabling sustained performance during long creative sessions or extended rendering jobs.
- Easy integration and reliability for pro builds: Thoughtfully engineered layout, PCIe 5.0 interface, and robust construction make it straightforward to integrate into modern systems, saving builders time and headaches.
- Feature — NVIDIA Blackwell Architecture + DLSS 4
- Feature — High-performance clocking and 16GB GDDR7 memory
- Feature — SFF-Ready design and compact footprint
- Feature — Advanced thermal engineering (STORMFORCE, nickel-plated baseplate, Core Pipes, WAVE-CURVED 3.0, AIR ANTEGRADE FIN)
- Feature — Modern connectivity and ultra-high resolution support
Key features
Experience advanced ray tracing, faster AI inference, and higher frame rates thanks to the next-gen GPU architecture and DLSS 4 upscaling. Whether you’re rendering real-time previews, accelerating machine learning inference, or pushing creative timelines, this GPU delivers tangible workflow boosts.
Configured for extreme performance with MSI Center tuning (Extreme Performance: 2655 MHz) and a Boost clock of 2640 MHz, paired with 16GB of ultra-fast GDDR7 on a 256-bit bus, enabling rapid texture streaming, large project handling, and responsive multitasking.
INSPIRE’s compact construction lets you pack more performance into a smaller chassis. It’s tailored for SFF-Ready Enthusiast GeForce builds, offering creative professionals the freedom to build powerful but space-conscious systems without sacrificing capabilities.
Thermals are addressed end-to-end: STORMFORCE fans with seven blades, claw texturing and circular arcs optimize airflow and reduce noise; a nickel-plated copper baseplate rapidly captures and spreads heat from GPU and memory; square-design Core Pipes maximize contact area for effective heat transfer; WAVE-CURVED 3.0 and AIR ANTEGRADE FIN geometry refine airflow where it matters most—resulting in cooler, quieter operation during heavy rendering or gaming sessions.
Output options include 3 x DisplayPort 2.1 and 1 x HDMI 2.1, delivering the bandwidth required for multi-monitor setups and 8K+ displays. With a maximum resolution of 7680 x 4320, the Inspire 3X OC is ready for demanding visualization, color grading, and presentation environments.
Summary
The MSI GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 Inspire 3X OC BLACK is engineered for creators and enthusiasts who demand next-generation GPU power in a refined, SFF-compatible chassis. It pairs NVIDIA Blackwell performance and DLSS 4 acceleration with MSI’s meticulous cooling and compact design philosophy—delivering responsive performance, efficient thermals, and broad display support. Whether you’re building a compact workstation for video editing, 3D production, or high-resolution content delivery, the G5080-16I3CB brings professional-grade capabilities to a smaller, smarter build.
| Manufacturer | MSI |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part | G5080-16I3CB |
| UPC | 824142455432 |
| Powered by | Nvidia |
| Gpu Series | GeForce RTX 50 Series |
| Gpu | GeForce RTX™ 5080 16G INSPIRE 3X OC BLACK |
| Core Clock | Extreme Performance: 2655 MHz (MSI Center), Boost: 2640 MHz |
| Memory Type | GDDR7 |
| GPU Memory Size | 16GB |
| Memory Bit | 256-Bit |
| Interface | PCI-E 5.0 |
| Cooling | Triple Fans |
| Max Resolution | 7680 x 4320 |
| Output | 3 x DisplayPort 2.1, 1 x HDMI 2.1 |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited 3 Years |


