EVGA
EVGA GeForce GTX260 Core 216 SSC Edition 896MB DDR3 PCI-Express 2.0 Graphics Card
Bottom line: The EVGA 896-P3-1258-AR GeForce GTX260 Core 216 SSC Edition 896MB DDR3 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
- ✓ PCI Express 2.0
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
896MB, GEFORCE GTX 260 CORE 216 SSC -55NM
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored EVGA 896-P3-1258-AR GeForce GTX260 Core 216 SSC Edition 896MB DDR3… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro graphics cards category. EVGA'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
- PCI Express 2.0
- 55nm GeForce GTX 260 Core 216 Superclocked with 675MHz clock
- 896MB 448-bit 1 ns GDDR3 memory
- 1152MHz clock with 2304MHz effective memory rate and 1458MHz shader clock
- Full DirectX 10 and Open GL 2.1 Support
Full Specifications
| Brand | EVGA |
|---|---|
| Model Name | GeForce GTX 260 Core 216 SSC |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Model Number | 896-P3-1258-AR |
| Mfr Part Number | 896-P3-1258-AR |
| Video Processor | NVIDIA |
| Antenna Location | Gaming |
| Graphics Card Ram | 896 MB |
| Graphics Ram Size | 896 MB |
| Graphics Ram Type | GDDR3 |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Memory Clock Speed | 2304 MHz |
| Graphics Coprocessor | geforce gtx 260 |
| Graphics Description | EVGA GeForce GTX 260 Core 216 SSC Edition with 896MB GDDR3 memory, 675MHz core clock, 2304MHz memory clock, and 1458MHz shader clock. |
| Warranty Description | Lifetime if registered in thirty days |
| Video Output Interface | DVI |
| Graphics Card Interface | PCI Express |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 2560x1600 |
| Graphics Processor Manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00843368009168 |
| Full listing title | EVGA 896-P3-1258-AR GeForce GTX260 Core 216 SSC Edition 896MB DDR3 PCI-Express 2.0 Graphics Card - Lifetime Warranty |
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EVGA 896-P3-1258-AR GeForce GTX260 Core 216 SSC Edition 896MB DDR3 PCI-Express 2.0 Graphics Card - Lifetime Warranty 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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