Sapphire Radeon X1950GT 256MB Dual DVI-I / TVO AGP video card lite retail
Bottom line: The Sapphire Radeon X1950GT 256MB Dual DVI-I / TVO AGP video card lite is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro graphics cards 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
- ✓ 256-bit memory interface
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
Stoking the passion within for adventure the SAPPHIRE RADEON® X1950 GT AGP brings next generation performance where games are no longer chained to the limited capabilities of PC hardware to the affordable mainstream market! Tomorrowâ¿¿s evolving in-game demands for feature rich environments now find themselves a reality with hardware features such as: the industry acclaimed X1950 GPU, ample onboard memory, and increased performance via AGP 8x support. When you couple impressive hardware advancements with next generation software support for Windows Vista¿ 3D environment, Direct X and OpenGL…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Sapphire Radeon X1950GT 256MB Dual DVI-I / TVO AGP video card lite… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro graphics cards category. Sapphire's retro graphics cards 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 cards 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
- 256-bit memory interface
- Microsoft Windows Vista¿ Ready
- Microsoft¿ DirectX¿ 9 support
- OpenGL 2.0 support
Full Specifications
| Brand | Sapphire |
|---|---|
| Model Number | 100209L |
| Mfr Part Number | 100209L |
| Video Processor | AMD |
| Item Part Number | 111120020R |
| Graphics Card Ram | 512 MB |
| Graphics Ram Size | 512 MB |
| Graphics Ram Type | GDDR3 |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Graphics Coprocessor | radeon_x1 |
| Warranty Description | 2-year warranty |
| Video Output Interface | DVI |
| Graphics Card Interface | AGP |
| Graphics Processor Manufacturer | AMD |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00840777017661 |
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Sapphire Radeon X1950GT 256MB Dual DVI-I / TVO AGP video card lite retail 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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