EVGA e-GeForce 7300GT Superclocked 512MB AGP Graphics Card-512-A8-N501-LR
Bottom line: The EVGA e-GeForce 7300GT Superclocked 512MB AGP Graphics 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
- ✓ AGP 8X/4X Compatibility
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
The features of the 7300 512-A8-N501-LR include the 256-bit GeForce 7300(380MHz clock) chipset, 512MB of 128-bit DDR2 memory with a 266.5MHz clock with an effective rate of 533 MHz, AGP 8X/4X compatible, AGP 3.0 compliant, integrated NVIDIA TV encoder with HDTV, S-Video and Composite outputs, 8.5GB per second memory bandwidth, Full Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Shader Model 3.0 support, True high dynamic-range (HDR) lighting support, NVIDIA PurVideo technology, CineFX 4.0 Engine, NVIDIA Intellisample 4.0, ForceWare Unified Driver Architecture (UDA), NVIDIA nView multi-display, OpenGL 2.0 Support…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored EVGA e-GeForce 7300GT Superclocked 512MB AGP Graphics… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro graphics & video category. EVGA'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
- AGP 8X/4X Compatibility
- 256-bit GeForce 7300 GT with 380MHz clock
- 512MB 128-bit DDR2 memory
- 266.5 MHz clock/533 MHz effective memory rate
- DirectX 9.0 Support
Full Specifications
| Brand | EVGA |
|---|---|
| Model Number | 512-A8-N501-LR |
| Mfr Part Number | 512-A8-N501-LR |
| Video Processor | NVIDIA |
| Graphics Card Ram | 512 MB |
| Graphics RAM Type | DDR2 SDRAM |
| Graphics Ram Size | 512 MB |
| Graphics Ram Type | DDR2 SDRAM |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Memory Clock Speed | 533 MHz |
| Graphics Coprocessor | nvidia_geforce_7 |
| Warranty Description | One Year Warranty |
| Graphics Card Interface | AGP, Integrated |
| Graphics Processor Manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00843368001629, 00843368001926 |
Ready to buy?
EVGA e-GeForce 7300GT Superclocked 512MB AGP Graphics Card-512-A8-N501-LR 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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