Radeon X1550 Pci 256MB VGA Dvi-i Tv Out
Bottom line: The VisionTek Radeon X1550 Pci 256MB VGA Dvi-i Tv Out 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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Manufacturer description
Radeon X1550 256MB PCI Video Card.( VGA DVI-I TV-Out)
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored VisionTek Radeon X1550 Pci 256MB VGA Dvi-i Tv Out using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro graphics & video category. VisionTek'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.
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Full Specifications
| Brand | VisionTek |
|---|---|
| Model Number | 900129 |
| Number of Fans | 1 |
| Mfr Part Number | 900129 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Video Processor | AMD |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Memory Clock Speed | 1066 MHz |
| Graphics Coprocessor | AMD |
| Video Output Interface | DVI, VGA |
| Graphics Card Interface | PCI-Express x16 |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 1024 x 768, 2560x1600 |
| Graphics Processor Manufacturer | AMD |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00784090024411 |
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