MSI NVIDIA GeForce GTS 450 1GB Video Card Length Measurements Linus Tech Tips
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I hold a ruler up to the card. Seriously that's pretty much all I do. I also talk a little bit about how the PCIe connector affects the length of a graphics cards.
This short Linus Tech Tips video focuses on the physical length of the MSI GeForce GTS 450 1GB graphics card, specifically the Cyclone edition. Linus measures the card and states it is 21 cm long, which is 8 and a quarter inches, and explains that this measurement runs from the PCIe plate in the case to the back of the card. He notes that while the main card length is 21 cm, the presence of the six-pin power connector and its cable bend can require more clearance, roughly around 25 cm in practice. The host demonstrates how to position the ruler and discusses how the PCIe connector and a plugged-in power cable can change the space needed above the card, offering practical tips for builders with tight cases. The video culminates with a quick reminder that space constraints, especially near hard drive cages and power connectors, should be considered when planning PC builds around this specific GPU. Overall, the clip provides a concise, measurement-focused look at card length and clearance, rather than an in-depth performance or feature review, making it a handy reference for users considering this GPU in compact builds or systems with crowded internals.
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