MSI GeForce GTX 1650 D6 VENTUS XS OCV1 4GB GDDR6 Gaming Graphics Card

Description

The MSI GeForce GTX 1650 D6 VENTUS XS OCV1 is a compact dual-fan graphics card powered by the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 GPU. Designed for entry-level and mainstream PC gaming, it features 4GB of GDDR6 memory, a 128-bit memory interface, 896 CUDA cores, and a factory-overclocked boost clock of up to 1620MHz.

The VENTUS XS OCV1 uses a compact dual-fan cooling design that makes it suitable for a wide range of desktop gaming builds. With a rated power consumption of just 75W, it provides an accessible graphics upgrade for systems equipped with a compatible PCI Express slot and power supply.

Key Features

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 GPU

• NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 graphics processor
• 896 CUDA cores
• Factory-overclocked design
• Boost clock up to 1620MHz
• NVIDIA Turing architecture
• Designed for Full HD PC gaming

MSI specifies 896 CUDA cores and a 1620MHz boost clock for the D6 VENTUS XS OCV1 model.

4GB GDDR6 Memory

• 4GB dedicated GDDR6 VRAM
• 128-bit memory interface
• 12Gbps memory speed
• Faster GDDR6 memory compared with earlier GDDR5 GTX 1650 variants
• Suitable for esports and mainstream 1080p gaming

The D6 designation is important: this particular model uses GDDR6 rather than GDDR5 memory.

Dual-Fan Cooling

• Dual-fan thermal design
• Two cooling fans
• Designed to cover a larger heatsink area
• Efficient heat dissipation
• Compact VENTUS XS form factor
• Suitable for a wide variety of PC cases

MSI states that the dual-fan design covers more of the heatsink to remove heat efficiently.

Gaming Performance

The GTX 1650 is primarily designed for 1080p gaming, making this card suitable for games such as:

• Counter-Strike 2
• Valorant
• League of Legends
• Dota 2
• Rocket League
• Fortnite
• Overwatch 2
• Minecraft
• GTA V
• Various esports and older AAA titles

Actual frame rates depend on the game, graphics settings, processor, RAM, drivers, and other system components.

Specifications

• Brand: MSI
• Series: VENTUS XS
• Model: GeForce GTX 1650 D6 VENTUS XS OCV1
• GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650
• Architecture: NVIDIA Turing
• CUDA Cores: 896
• Boost Clock: Up to 1620MHz
• Video Memory: 4GB
• Memory Type: GDDR6
• Memory Speed: 12Gbps
• Memory Interface: 128-bit
• Interface: PCI Express x16 3.0
• DirectX Support: DirectX 12 API
• OpenGL Support: OpenGL 4.6
• Maximum Displays: 3
• Maximum Digital Resolution: 7680 × 4320
• NVIDIA G-SYNC: Supported
• Adaptive Vertical Sync: Supported
• HDCP: Supported
• MSI Afterburner: Supported

Display Outputs

The MSI GTX 1650 D6 VENTUS XS OCV1 provides three display connections:

• 1 × DisplayPort 1.4a
• 1 × HDMI 2.0b
• 1 × DL-DVI-D

The HDMI connection supports 4K at 60Hz, while the card supports a maximum digital resolution of 7680 × 4320. Up to three displays can be connected simultaneously.

Power Requirements

• Graphics Card Power Consumption: 75W
• Recommended PSU: 300W
• Power Connector: 1 × 6-Pin PCIe

Unlike some GTX 1650 variants that draw all required power directly from the PCIe slot, this specific OCV1 model requires one 6-pin PCIe power connector.

Compact Design

The VENTUS XS OCV1 is relatively compact for a dual-fan graphics card.

• Length: 179 mm
• Height: 115 mm
• Thickness: 42 mm
• Card Weight: 466 g
• Package Weight: 670 g

Its approximately 17.9 cm length makes it suitable for many compact and conventional desktop PC cases, provided sufficient slot and cooling clearance is available.

MSI Afterburner Support

The graphics card supports MSI Afterburner, allowing compatible systems to access features such as:

• GPU monitoring
• Clock adjustments
• Fan controls
• Performance monitoring
• On-screen hardware statistics
• Overclocking controls

MSI officially lists Afterburner OC support for this model.

NVIDIA G-SYNC Support

When paired with compatible hardware, NVIDIA G-SYNC technology can help synchronize the monitor's refresh behavior with GPU output for smoother gameplay with reduced tearing.

MSI lists both G-SYNC and Adaptive Vertical Sync support for the GTX 1650 D6 VENTUS XS OCV1.

What's in the Box

• MSI GeForce GTX 1650 D6 VENTUS XS OCV1 Graphics Card
• Documentation / Quick Installation Guide

Package contents can vary by market or production batch.

Best For

• 1080p PC Gaming
• Esports Gaming
• Budget Gaming PCs
• Compact Gaming Builds
• Upgrading PCs with Integrated Graphics
• Multimedia PCs
• Multi-Monitor Workstations
• Older or Lightweight AAA Games
• NVIDIA G-SYNC Gaming Setups

Why Choose the MSI GTX 1650 D6 VENTUS XS OCV1?

• 4GB of GDDR6 memory operating at 12Gbps provides improved memory bandwidth compared with GDDR5 GTX 1650 variants.
• The factory-overclocked GPU reaches a 1620MHz boost clock and provides 896 CUDA cores.
• MSI's dual-fan VENTUS XS cooling design provides dedicated active cooling while maintaining compact dimensions.
• HDMI 2.0b, DisplayPort 1.4, and DL-DVI-D provide flexible connectivity for both newer and older displays.
• A rated 75W power consumption and recommended 300W PSU make it relatively easy to integrate into modest gaming systems, although this OCV1 version requires a 6-pin PCIe power connector.
• At only 179 mm long, it is a practical option for compact PC builds where space for a larger graphics card may be limited.