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MSI GeForce RTX 5070 12G VENTUS 2X OC

A relatively short RTX 5070 that trades length for a thicker cooler and a 16-pin input.

The decision

The 236 mm VENTUS 2X OC may solve a length constraint, but its 50 mm thickness and power-cable space still need attention. Compare it with the larger GIGABYTE 5070 variant on fit, noise evidence, warranty and actual price rather than GPU name alone.

Consider it when

  • A build where 12 GB VRAM is sufficient and a shorter 5070 board helps the layout.
  • A system with an appropriate PSU and a well-routed compatible 16-pin cable.

Look again when

  • Projects needing more than 12 GB or a case whose side panel crowds the power connector.

THE SPACE IT NEEDS

Make room for the whole card

236 mmBody length
Original dimension guide. The primary dimension is scaled; other geometry is schematic.
Card length
236mm
Card height
126mm
Card thickness
50mm

Compare length with the space left after front fans, radiators and drive cages. Card thickness and power-cable clearance are separate checks.

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The checks that can change your choice

Plan the connector before closing the panel

MSI lists one 16-pin input, 250 W card power and a 650 W recommended PSU, with ATX 3.1 recommended. Use the exact supported cable or adapter and follow its seating and bend-clearance instructions.

Length is only one dimension

The board is 236 × 126 × 50 mm. Check nearby expansion cards, front radiators and GPU intake space; a short card can still obstruct slots or lack breathing room.

Published specifications

12 GB GDDR7; 236 × 126 × 50 mm; 250 W card power; 650 W recommended PSU; 1 × 16-pin; ATX 3.1 PSU recommended.

BrandMSI
Exact modelGeForce RTX 5070 12G VENTUS 2X OC
Published power rating250 W — MSI published graphics card power consumption
GPU length236 mm
Graphics memory12 GB; capacity does not establish rendering or AI speed
GPU height126 mm
GPU thickness50 mm
GPU power connectors1 × 16-pin
Manufacturer PSU recommendation650 W; check the whole system and cables

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