Question 1

RGB noob question... does this need to plug into an rgb header? Or will just installing it like normal (and I guess installing ms mystic lighting) power the leds?

Accepted Answer

This card does not have rgb cable. Installing the mystic lighting i think will control the led (assuming it is the same as the 2080 version). Have not get that far with this build yet.

Question 2

Why is this card so much more expensive than other 2080 series liquid coolers?  Even the EVGA 2080Ti version is $300 cheaper.

Accepted Answer

That I have no clue. I bought my first for around 900 at release of the rtx cards. Which wasn't bad considering my friend got a msi rtx 2080 and then bought a water block for it and was over 1200 all together. I bought my second one from newegg on sale for 799+tax. Could be an outside vender. I'll have to check.

Question 3

Can this unit be disassembled for cleaning by the owner (in the event of build up, etc.) or would it have to be sent to MSI? I think i read something somewhere about one of the Sea Hawk EK models that couldn't be torn down by the owner for maintenance

Accepted Answer

Hello Jack,

I would contact MSI directly to get the exact details about the warranty on this specific unit to see if removing the block would void the warranty.  Although this is meant to be put into a custom liquid cooling loop, I can see why the warranty would be voided since manufacturers would do the same with air coolers if the card is disassembled for any reason.

If you are still within Warranty it is best to contact the manufacturer anyways, but if you are outside the warranty period, then cleaning it yourself should not be an issue, hope this helps!

Newegg Support

Question 4

what is a good liquid cooler that I can buy for this card that will hook up easily?

Accepted Answer

this is for systems that already have custom water loop (radiator/tubing/pump etc). you're better off buying the non EK version of the MSI Sea Hawk, which already has radiator/tubing/pump all built into it. do a search on newegg for MSI 2080 Seak Hawk. the one that's non-EK is the one you want, with all the water cooling parts all built into it.

but to answer your question simply, any brand of radiator, tubing, pump, coolant, fittings will do (EK, ThermalTake, Alphacool, Swiftech, etc there're way too many to name). but that's like asking what car will fit those tires, you might as well buy one that already has tires on them. this card is for custom builders with already built custom water loop in the system.

Question 5

I see it is nvidia but no where does it show that its gsync compatible...is it gsync compatible?

Accepted Answer

Yes Gsync is a Nvidia product. If you have a Gsync monitor it will work with Nvidia cards.

Question 6

What fitting compression nut size does this card need?

Accepted Answer

Whatever that has G1/4“ thread (12.9mm wide). I use the EK-Compression fittings 1/2"ID 3/4"OD (13/19mm) and has enough room.

Question 7

This comes liquid cooled correct? Do I need a pump and all of that or is this just plug and play?

Accepted Answer

This is not plug and play. You'll need a pump, resevoir, tubes, and G1/4 threaded fittings.

Question 8

I know this is RGB but can you select one color instead of cycling through all the colors?

Accepted Answer

Hello there,

Thank you for contacting us in regards to your question. The specifications state that the MSI Sea Hawk graphics card is compatible with the RGB Mystic Light software which is available on select MSI motherboards. The software would allow you to customize the colors and LED effects on the graphics card.

Hope this helps, 
Newegg Support

Question 9

Does this come with inlet/outlet plugs or do those need to be purchased separately as well?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it comes with 2 of them.

Question 10

Hi there, does it matter which holes are used for intake and outake? Regards, 
Mario M

Accepted Answer

I do not believe so. The flow path is similar for both. The part that matters is if liquid flows through the microchannels in the Cooper block.

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