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MSI Gaming GeForce RTX 5080 16G VENTUS 3X OC (V531-095R) Graphics Card Launched in India – 10,752 CUDA Cores, 16GB GDDR7, 2655 MHz Extreme Performance Clock, 360W

MSI’s Gaming GeForce RTX 5080 16G VENTUS 3X OC Graphics Card (V531-095R model) is now available to purchase in India online, and is listed on Amazon at a selling price of Rs.2,07,469 (Lowest Price on September 2, 2026). The MRP price is Rs.2,18,999. ( Visit the product page for updated pricing and availability info – this is price at the time of writing )

Key specs highlights include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 GPU on the Blackwell architecture, 16GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus running at 30 Gbps, an Extreme Performance clock of 2655 MHz through MSI Center, and a triple TORX Fan 5.0 cooler on a 303mm SFF-ready card.

The card carries the MSI model name G5080-16V3C and the UPC 824142406380.

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Pricing & Availability

Model	Launch Price	Link
MSI Gaming GeForce RTX 5080 16G VENTUS 3X OC (V531-095R)	Rs.2,07,469	Amazon India↗

What We Like About the MSI Gaming GeForce RTX 5080 16G VENTUS 3X OC (V531-095R)

16GB GDDR7 at 30 Gbps on a 256-bit bus: current-generation ( RTX 50 Series ) memory running well above the GDDR6X speeds used on the previous RTX 40 series
2655 MHz Extreme Performance clock: 15 MHz above the card’s own 2640 MHz boost figure, selectable in MSI Center without manual overclocking
10,752 CUDA cores with DLSS 4 support: the full RTX 5080 configuration, with frame generation handled on the Blackwell tensor hardware
303mm SFF-Ready design: MSI lists the card as meeting NVIDIA’s SFF-Ready guidelines, so it fits small-form-factor cases that publish matching clearances
Three DisplayPort 2.1a outputs plus HDMI 2.1b: drives up to four displays, with the HDMI port rated for 4K 480Hz or 8K 120Hz using DSC

GPU & Performance

At the centre of the card is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 built on the Blackwell architecture, with 10,752 CUDA cores. NVIDIA’s DLSS 4 is supported on this generation, along with the ray tracing and tensor hardware that ships with Blackwell.

Clock Speeds

Mode	Clock Speed
Boost	2640 MHz
Extreme Performance (MSI Center)	2655 MHz

The Extreme Performance figure is exposed through the MSI Center software rather than being the out-of-box default.

Memory

Specification	Details
Memory Size	16GB
Memory Type	GDDR7
Memory Bus	256-bit
Memory Speed	30 Gbps

Cooling System

Three fans sit over the heatsink on the VENTUS 3X OC. MSI’s TORX Fan 5.0 design links the blades with ring arcs and adds a fan cowl, which the company states works to stabilise and maintain high-pressure airflow.

Underneath, a nickel-plated copper baseplate takes heat off the GPU and the memory, and Core Pipes with a square profile sit against that baseplate to increase the contact area. A metal backplate stiffens the board and carries an airflow vent cut-out.

Zero Frozr stops the fans completely at lower temperatures, so the card runs silent until a thermal threshold is crossed.

On the power side, MSI uses DrMOS power stages and adds fuses to the custom PCB as protection against electrical damage.

Display Outputs

Port	Quantity	Version
DisplayPort	3	v2.1a
HDMI	1	2.1b

The HDMI output is specified for up to 4K 480Hz or 8K 120Hz with DSC, and covers Gaming VRR and HDR. Maximum digital resolution is 7680 × 4320, and the card drives up to 4 displays. HDCP is supported, as is NVIDIA G-SYNC.

Power Requirements

Specification	Details
Interface	PCI Express Gen 5
Power Consumption	360 W
Power Connector	16-pin × 1
Recommended PSU	850 W

MSI recommends an ATX 3.1 power supply for the 16-pin connector.

Software

MSI Center handles monitoring and tuning for the card, including the Extreme Performance clock mode. MSI Afterburner is also available for overclocking and fan curve control.

MSI Gaming GeForce RTX 5080 16G VENTUS 3X OC (V531-095R) Specifications / Technical Details

Specification	Details
Marketing Name	GeForce RTX 5080 16G VENTUS 3X OC
Amazon Model Number	V531-095R
MSI Model Name	G5080-16V3C
UPC	824142406380
GPU	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
Architecture	NVIDIA Blackwell
Interface	PCI Express Gen 5
CUDA Cores	10,752
Boost Clock	2640 MHz
Extreme Performance Clock	2655 MHz (MSI Center)
Memory	16GB GDDR7
Memory Bus	256-bit
Memory Speed	30 Gbps
Outputs	DisplayPort v2.1a × 3, HDMI 2.1b × 1
HDCP Support	Yes
Maximum Displays	4
Digital Maximum Resolution	7680 × 4320
G-SYNC	Yes
DirectX	12 Ultimate
OpenGL	4.6
Power Consumption	360 W
Power Connector	16-pin × 1
Recommended PSU	850 W
Card Dimensions	303 × 121 × 49 mm
Weight (Card / Package)	1084 g / 1576 g

Note: Specifications listed above are based on available information and may not be 100% accurate. Please visit the official MSI website or Amazon product page to verify complete and up-to-date specifications before making a purchase decision.

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MSI MAG 32CQ6PF (3DC9) 32-Inch WQHD Curved Gaming Monitor Launched in India: 180Hz Refresh Rate, 1500R Curvature, 0.5ms Response Time

MSI has launched the MAG 32CQ6PF (3DC9) Computer Monitor in India. This curved gaming monitor is available at a launch price of Rs.21,499 (Lowest Price on August 20, 2026). The MRP price is Rs.32,999.

Key highlights include the 32-inch WQHD Rapid VA panel, 180Hz refresh rate with Adaptive Sync, 0.5ms (GtG, Min.) response time, and 1500R curvature with a frameless design.

Pricing & Availability

Model	Launch Price	Link
MSI MAG 32CQ6PF (3DC9)	Rs.21,499	Amazon India↗

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What We Like About the MSI MAG 32CQ6PF (3DC9)

180Hz refresh rate with Adaptive Sync: tracks fast on-screen movement more smoothly than a standard 60Hz panel
0.5ms (GtG, Min.) response time: reduces motion blur during fast-paced gaming scenes
1500R curvature with frameless design: the 1500mm curve radius and reduced bezel lines aim to widen the field of view
VESA DisplayHDR 400 with 1.07 billion colours: supports 101% sRGB colour coverage at 10 bits (8 bits + FRC)
MSI AI Vision with 1:100M dynamic contrast: adjusts detail in dark scenes and optimizes brightness and colour on the fly

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Display

The MSI MAG 32CQ6PF (3DC9) features a 31.5-inch (80.01cm) Rapid VA panel with 2560×1440 (WQHD) resolution across a 16:9 aspect ratio. The active display area measures 697.344mm (H) x 392.256mm (V), with a pixel pitch of 0.2724mm (H) x 0.2724mm (V).

Panel Type: Rapid VA
Curvature: 1500R
Brightness: 400 nits (Typ.)
Contrast Ratio: 3500:1 (Typ.), Dynamic Contrast (DCR) up to 100,000,000:1
Display Colors: 1.07 billion, 10 bits (8 bits + FRC)
Colour Coverage: 82% Adobe RGB / 78% DCI-P3 / 101% sRGB (CIE1976 standard)
Viewing Angle: 178°(H) / 178°(V)
Surface Treatment: Anti-glare
HDR: VESA DisplayHDR 400

Gaming Features

Refresh Rate: 180Hz (Adaptive Sync)
Response Time: 0.5ms (GtG, Min.)
Signal Frequency: 70.08kHz – 266.4kHz / 48-180Hz
Activated Range: 48~180Hz
AI Vision: MSI’s AI Vision feature enriches detail in dark areas and adjusts brightness and colour dynamically, according to MSI

Panel curvature is rated at 1500R (1500mm radius), and the frameless design reduces bezel lines between the display edges.

Connectivity

Port	Specification
DisplayPort	1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (HBR2), up to WQHD @ 180Hz
HDMI	2 x HDMI 2.0b (CEC), up to WQHD @ 144Hz
Audio	1 x Headphone-out

DisplayPort 1.4 carries the full 2560×1440 resolution at up to 180Hz, while the HDMI 2.0b ports cap out at 144Hz at the same resolution. The two HDMI ports support CEC.

Stand & Ergonomics

Tilt: -5° to 15°
Swivel: -30° to 30°
Height Adjustment: 0mm to 110mm
VESA Mount: 100 x 100mm
Kensington Lock: Supported
Navigation: 5-way joystick controller on the rear of the panel

Eye Care Features

The panel includes Less Blue Light and Anti-Flicker technology, aimed at reducing eye fatigue during extended use.

MSI MAG 32CQ6PF (3DC9) Specifications / Technical Details

Specification	Details
Model	MSI MAG 32CQ6PF (3DC9)
Panel Size	31.5″ (80.01 cm)
Active Display Area	697.344mm (H) x 392.256mm (V)
Curvature	1500R
Panel Type	Rapid VA
Panel Resolution	2560×1440 (WQHD)
Pixel Pitch	0.2724mm (H) x 0.2724mm (V)
Aspect Ratio	16:9
Brightness	400 nits (Typ.)
Contrast Ratio	3500:1 (Typ.)
Dynamic Contrast Ratio	100,000,000:1
Signal Frequency	70.08kHz – 266.4kHz / 48-180Hz
Activated Range	48~180Hz
Refresh Rate	180Hz
Response Time	0.5ms (GtG, Min.)
Dynamic Refresh Rate Technology	Adaptive-Sync
HDR Support	VESA DisplayHDR 400
Video Ports	1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (HBR2), 2 x HDMI 2.0b (WQHD@144Hz)
Audio Ports	1 x Headphone-out
Viewing Angle	178°(H) / 178°(V)
Adobe RGB / DCI-P3 / sRGB	82% / 78% / 101%
Surface Treatment	Anti-glare
Display Colors	1.07B, 10 bits (8 bits + FRC)
Frameless Design	Yes
Power Type	Power Cable
Power Input	100~240V, 50/60Hz
Tilt Adjustment	-5° ~ 15°
Swivel Adjustment	-30° ~ 30°
Height Adjustment	0 ~ 110mm
Kensington Lock	Yes
VESA Mounting	100 x 100mm
Weight (NW / GW)	6.5kg / 10.33kg
Weight (without stand)	4.78kg
Dimension (with stand)	709.4 x 278.3 x 466.6mm
Dimension (without stand)	709.4 x 107.2 x 419.1mm
Carton Dimension (WW)	915 x 168 x 514mm
Carton Dimension (Outer)	935 x 188 x 549mm

What’s in the Box

MSI MAG 32CQ6PF (3DC9) Monitor
Power Cable
Documentation / Quick Start Guide

Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra and RTX Spark Partner Laptops — ASUS ProArt, Dell XPS 16, HP OmniBook, Lenovo Yoga Pro 9n, MSI Prestige N16 Flip AI+

Microsoft has introduced Surface Laptop Ultra, a thin, precision-engineered laptop built for creative professionals and developers running sustained high-performance workloads — rendering, code compilation, and local AI workflows. The announcement comes alongside RTX Spark-powered laptop reveals from five OEM partners: ASUS, Dell Technologies, HP Inc., Lenovo, and MSI.

Surface Laptop Ultra is positioned as the flagship Windows laptop for world makers and creative pros, designed around the NVIDIA RTX Spark superchip. The partner lineup spans 14-inch to 16-inch form factors, with Tandem OLED displays, high-capacity batteries, and AI-accelerated creative workflows as common themes across devices.

Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra — 15-inch Mini-LED, 2,000 Nits, 128GB Unified Memory, Blackwell RTX GPU

Surface Laptop Ultra is Microsoft’s most powerful Surface Laptop ever built. Engineered with NVIDIA from the silicon up and optimized for RTX Spark, it targets creators, developers, and AI builders running workloads that do not fit a standard laptop — massive 3D scenes, long compile cycles, local models, and large datasets.

The laptop is the first Surface to combine a NVIDIA Blackwell RTX GPU with up to 128GB of unified memory and full CUDA support. The unified memory pool is dynamically allocated across CPU and GPU based on where workloads need it, allowing AI creation, 3D rendering, and multi-model workflows to run simultaneously. The chip delivers 1 petaflop of AI compute and can run models up to 120 billion parameters locally.

Display

The 15-inch mini-LED PixelSense Ultra touchscreen runs at 262 pixels per inch with up to 2,000 nits of peak HDR brightness and high-precision color accuracy — the brightest display Microsoft has shipped on a Surface.

Design and Ports

Surface Laptop Ultra is available in two finishes: Platinum and Nightfall. The device carries the largest haptic touchpad ever put on a Surface. Port selection was chosen specifically for creator and developer use cases: HDMI, USB-C, USB-A, SD card reader, and headphone jack — all built in.

The internal architecture and external form were designed as a single system, with mechanical, electrical, thermal, acoustic, materials, and industrial design engineers working together from the start. The design priorities include performance, durability, and repairability together rather than trading one against another.

Battery life is rated for all-day use, with an ultra-efficient CPU architecture giving headroom for sustained demanding workloads.

ASUS ProArt P16 and ProArt P14 — Nano Black and Neo White, Lumina Pro OLED

ASUS is entering the RTX Spark generation with two ProArt models: the ProArt P16 (16-inch) and ProArt P14 (14-inch). Both are built around slim and lightweight chassis targeting creators who need to work on the go.

The ProArt P16 and ProArt P14 feature ASUS Lumina Pro OLED displays and are available in two colour options: Nano Black and Neo White. Battery life is described as all-day for both models, making them suited for extended use away from a power source.

Both devices carry NVIDIA AI acceleration through RTX Spark, covering creative workloads, AI development, and performance tasks in the same portable form factor.

Dell XPS 16 Creator Edition — Tandem OLED with True Black HDR 600, Built-in SD and HDMI

Dell’s RTX Spark laptop is the XPS 16 Creator Edition, a 16-inch device built specifically around creative production workflows. The machine targets smoother playback on 4K timelines, faster exports, and more responsive AI tool usage.

The display is a Tandem OLED panel with True Black HDR 600, designed to render visuals as intended for color-sensitive creative work. Hardware connectivity includes a built-in SD card reader and HDMI port, making the XPS 16 Creator Edition suited for fieldwork as well as desk setups.

The RTX Spark GPU handles the AI-accelerated portions of the creative pipeline, including integration with tools like Adobe Premiere and Photoshop that are being rearchitected for the new chip.

HP OmniBook Ultra 16 and OmniBook X 14 — Creators, Gamers, and AI Developers

HP is bringing two RTX Spark laptops: the HP OmniBook Ultra 16 and HP OmniBook X 14. Both are described as targeting creators, gamers, and AI developers who need local AI performance and AI-accelerated workflow experiences.

The HP OmniBook Ultra 16 was previously described by HP as one of the thinnest RTX Spark laptops in the lineup. Specific display and battery specs for both models have not been disclosed in this announcement.

Lenovo Yoga Pro 9n — Portability and Extended Battery

Lenovo’s RTX Spark entry is the Yoga Pro 9n, which carries over the Yoga Pro series’ creator-focused features into the RTX Spark generation. Lenovo highlights portability, performance, and the ability to run for extended periods away from a power outlet as the key design priorities.

The Yoga Pro 9n fits NVIDIA’s newest chip into a device designed for creators who move between locations and cannot rely on constant access to charging. Detailed display and battery specifications have not been announced.

MSI Prestige N16 Flip AI+ — 16-inch UHD+ Tandem OLED, 99.9Wh Battery, 2-in-1 Design

MSI’s entry is the Prestige N16 Flip AI+, a 2-in-1 convertible in a thin-and-light 16-inch chassis. The display is a UHD+ Tandem OLED panel, and the battery capacity is 99.9Wh — among the largest in the RTX Spark laptop lineup announced so far.

The Prestige N16 Flip AI+ targets creators, professionals, and gamers who want the flexibility of a convertible alongside NVIDIA AI acceleration and a high-resolution OLED screen. The 2-in-1 form factor expands the use cases beyond traditional laptop workflows.

RTX Spark Partner Laptop Summary

Device	Size	Display	Notable Spec
Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra	15-inch	Mini-LED PixelSense Ultra, 2,000 nits, 262 PPI	Up to 128GB unified memory, Platinum / Nightfall
ASUS ProArt P16	16-inch	Lumina Pro OLED	Nano Black / Neo White, all-day battery
ASUS ProArt P14	14-inch	Lumina Pro OLED	Slim and lightweight, creator-focused
Dell XPS 16 Creator Edition	16-inch	Tandem OLED, True Black HDR 600	SD card reader, HDMI port
HP OmniBook Ultra 16	16-inch	TBA	One of thinnest RTX Spark laptops
HP OmniBook X 14	14-inch	TBA	AI developer and creator target
Lenovo Yoga Pro 9n	TBA	TBA	Extended battery life, portable
MSI Prestige N16 Flip AI+	16-inch	UHD+ Tandem OLED	99.9Wh battery, 2-in-1 convertible

FAQ / Common Questions

What is Surface Laptop Ultra? Surface Laptop Ultra is Microsoft’s most powerful Surface Laptop, built for creators, developers, and AI builders. It pairs a NVIDIA Blackwell RTX GPU with up to 128GB of unified memory, full CUDA support, and 1 petaflop of AI compute on a 15-inch mini-LED PixelSense Ultra display with 2,000 nits peak brightness.

What display does Surface Laptop Ultra have? It has a 15-inch mini-LED PixelSense Ultra touchscreen with 262 PPI and up to 2,000 nits of peak HDR brightness — the brightest display Microsoft has shipped on a Surface.

How much memory does Surface Laptop Ultra support? Up to 128GB of unified memory, dynamically allocated across CPU and GPU depending on workload demand. This allows AI creation, 3D rendering, and multi-model workflows to run simultaneously.

Can Surface Laptop Ultra run large AI models locally? Yes. With 1 petaflop of AI compute and up to 128GB of unified memory, it can run models up to 120 billion parameters locally.

What ports does Surface Laptop Ultra have? HDMI, USB-C, USB-A, SD card reader, and a headphone jack — all built in.

What colours is Surface Laptop Ultra available in? Platinum and Nightfall.

Which OEMs are launching RTX Spark laptops alongside Surface Laptop Ultra? ASUS (ProArt P16, ProArt P14), Dell Technologies (XPS 16 Creator Edition), HP Inc. (OmniBook Ultra 16, OmniBook X 14), Lenovo (Yoga Pro 9n), and MSI (Prestige N16 Flip AI+).

When will these laptops be available? Surface Laptop Ultra and the RTX Spark partner lineup are expected to be available later in 2026. Specific per-model launch dates have not been disclosed.

Note: Details above are based on Microsoft’s announcement at NVIDIA GTC Taipei 2026 and are subject to change. Full specifications, pricing, and availability timelines will be confirmed closer to launch by each manufacturer.

Disclaimer: This post summarizes product announcements for informational purposes. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Microsoft, NVIDIA, ASUS, Dell Technologies, HP Inc., Lenovo, MSI, or any other manufacturer mentioned.