NVIDIA GeForce 7650GS 256MB DDR2 PCIe Dual DVI Video Card w/TV-Out
Bottom line: The NVIDIA GeForce 7650GS 256MB DDR2 PCIe Dual DVI Video Card w/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
- ✓ NVIDIA GeForce 7650GS 256 MB DDR2 PCIe Dual DVI 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
Get more work done with dual monitors!This NVIDIA GeForce 7650GS video card features a convenient PCI Express interface to easily attach to most motherboards. With the dual DVI connectors you can enjoy digital displays that support up to 2048 x 1536 resolution! Still have an older analog monitor you do want to get rid of? No problem, this video card comes with a DVI to VGA adapter.Based on the NVIDIA G73-H-N-B1 chipset, this video card features 256 MB of DDR2 memory to power all your vital graphics. Key features include NVIDIA PureVideo technology, NVIDIA CineFX 2.0 engine, NVIDIA…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored NVIDIA GeForce 7650GS 256MB DDR2 PCIe Dual DVI Video Card w/TV-Out using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro graphics & video category. NVIDIA'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
- NVIDIA GeForce 7650GS 256 MB DDR2 PCIe Dual DVI Video Card General Features:
- NVIDIA G73-H-N-B1 chipset 256 MB DDR2 memory PCI Express interface
- Full DirectX 9.0 Shader Model 3.0 support True high dynamic-range (HDR) lighting support
- NVIDIA PureVideo technology Dual-link DVI supports displays up to 2048 x 1536 resolution
- NVIDIA CineFX 2.0 engine
Full Specifications
| Brand | NVIDIA |
|---|---|
| Model Name | 7650GS |
| Mfr Part Number | 51-31474D01AB |
| Video Processor | NVIDIA |
| Graphics Card Ram | 256 MB |
| Graphics Ram Size | 256 MB |
| Graphics Ram Type | DDR2 SDRAM |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Graphics Coprocessor | nvidia_geforce_7 |
| Graphics Description | NVIDIA GeForce 7650GS with 256MB DDR2 memory and NVIDIA G73-H-N-B1 chipset |
| Video Output Interface | DVI |
| Graphics Card Interface | PCI Express |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 2048 x 1536 |
| Graphics Processor Manufacturer | NVIDIA |
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NVIDIA GeForce 7650GS 256MB DDR2 PCIe Dual DVI Video Card w/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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