MSI Afterburner
MSI Afterburner is a free Windows program for graphics card overclocking and hardware monitoring. Despite the name, it works with most NVIDIA and AMD cards, not just MSI ones. It is also widely used to show FPS and temperatures on screen while gaming.
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- Version
- 4.6.6
- Release date
- Sept. 29, 2025
- License
- Freeware
- Installer type
- zip
How do I use this?
Type Terminal in the Start menu and open it, paste the command (Ctrl+V or right-click) and press Enter. It uses winget, Windows' own package manager, to install the program from its official source.
winget install --id Guru3D.Afterburner -eSHA256 (file verification)
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We couldn't find a Linux version of MSI Afterburner in the official repositories; check the publisher's website.
We couldn't find a Android version of MSI Afterburner in the official repositories; check the publisher's website.
Highlights
- Adjust core and memory clock speeds
- Custom fan curves
- Monitor GPU temperature, usage and power draw
- In-game FPS and hardware overlay through RivaTuner
- Save settings as profiles
Who is it for?
For gamers, people who want to watch their graphics card's temperature and performance, and users who want quieter fans with custom curves.
Good to know before installing
- Wrong overclocking settings can make the system unstable; go carefully, step by step.
- Some laptop graphics chips offer only limited controls.
How to install
Windows
- Click the official download button on this page.
- Run the installer; keep RivaTuner Statistics Server selected if you want the in-game overlay.
- Open the program and start with the monitoring features only.
Alternatives
Frequently asked questions
Does it only work with MSI graphics cards?
No. It works with most NVIDIA and AMD cards; the card does not have to be an MSI model.
Can overclocking damage my card?
Aggressive settings can cause instability and heat. Raise values in small steps and keep an eye on temperatures.
How do I show FPS in games?
With the bundled RivaTuner Statistics Server running, enable the on-screen display for the values you want in Afterburner's monitoring settings.