Visiontek Radeon 9250 128MB PCI DDR Video Card w/DVI TV-Out
Bottom line: The Visiontek Radeon 9250 128MB PCI DDR Video Card w/DVI 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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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Visiontek Radeon 9250 128 MB DDR PCI Video card General Features:
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
Add more displays!The Visiontek Radeon 9250 128 MB DDR PCI Video card features advanced 3D and multimedia performance as well as multi-monitor support! If your system has no AGP slot, this PCI video card is for you! With 128 MB of memory and a maximum display of up to 2048 x 1536, the Visiontek Radeon 9250 128 MB DDR PCI Video card is an excellent value!Order today!
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Visiontek Radeon 9250 128MB PCI DDR Video Card w/DVI 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.
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
- Visiontek Radeon 9250 128 MB DDR PCI Video card General Features:
- Powered by ATI Radeon 9250 (RV280) graphics processor 240 MHz graphics processor clock
- 128 MB DDR memory (400 MHz) PCI interface Supports Microsoft DirectX 8.1 (DX9 compatible)
- Supports OpenGL ATI Catalyst driver software suite Supports ATI SMARTSHADER Supports ATI SMOOTHVISIO
- Supports ATI HYDRAVISION
Full Specifications
| Brand | VisionTek |
|---|---|
| Model Name | Radeon 9250 |
| Model Number | 4328457683 |
| GPU Clock Speed | 240 megahertz |
| Mfr Part Number | 9250128PUPC |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Video Processor | AMD |
| Graphics Card Ram | 128 MB |
| Graphics Ram Size | 128 MB |
| Graphics Ram Type | DDR SDRAM |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Memory Clock Speed | 800 MHz |
| Graphics Coprocessor | AMD Radeon 9250 |
| Graphics Description | ATI Radeon 9250 (RV280) graphics processor 240 MHz |
| Video Output Interface | DVI |
| Graphics Card Interface | PCI |
| Display Maximum Resolution | 2048 x 1536 |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 2048 x 1536 |
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Visiontek Radeon 9250 128MB PCI DDR Video Card w/DVI TV-Out 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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