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NVIDIA GeForce 6800GT 256MB GDDR3 AGP Slot Video Card for Desktop
BFG Technologies

NVIDIA GeForce 6800GT 256MB GDDR3 AGP Slot Video Card for Desktop

Bottom line: The NVIDIA GeForce 6800GT 256MB GDDR3 AGP Slot Video Card for Desktop is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro graphics & video category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 256MB GeForce video card

Cons

  • ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
  • ✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying

Manufacturer description

Based on the same great architecture as the BFG GeForce¿ 6800 Ultra OC¿, this card is overclocked out-of-the-box and features a powerful 16-pipe superscalar GPU with 256MB of GDDR3 memory for the mainstream enthusiast.

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored NVIDIA GeForce 6800GT 256MB GDDR3 AGP Slot Video Card for Desktop using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro graphics & video category. BFG Technologies's retro graphics & video lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for retro graphics & video of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • 256MB GeForce video card
  • Superscalar GPU architecture
  • NVIDIA CineFX 3.0 engine
  • On-chip video processor
  • Lifetime warranty

Full Specifications

BrandBFG Technologies
Model NameBFG686256GTOC
Unit Count1.0 Count
Model NumberBFG686256GTOC
Number of Fans1
GPU Clock Speed350 MHz
Mfr Part NumberBFG686256GTOC
Video ProcessorNVIDIA
Antenna LocationGaming
Graphics Card Ram256 MB
Graphics Ram Size256 MB
Graphics Ram TypeGDDR3
Compatible DevicesDesktop
Graphics Coprocessorgeforce
Graphics DescriptionNVIDIA GeForce 6800GT with 256MB GDDR3 memory, featuring a 16-pipe superscalar GPU, NVIDIA CineFX 3.0 engine, and on-chip video processor
Video Output InterfaceVGA and DVI
Graphics Card InterfaceAGP
Display Resolution Maximum1920x1080
Global Trade Identification Number00855650000500

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NVIDIA GeForce 6800GT 256MB GDDR3 AGP Slot Video Card for Desktop is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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