EVGA 256-A8-N401-LR e-GeForce 6200 AGP 256 MB DDR2 Graphics Card
Bottom line: The EVGA 256-A8-N401-LR e-GeForce 6200 AGP 256 MB DDR2 Graphics Card 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
- ✓ EVGA video cards have attained "Designed for Windows XP" certification
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
EVGA e-GeForce 6200 256MB AGP Graphics Card Heatsink - AGP 8x DDR2 VGA DVI S-Video HeatsinkPrimary InformationVideo Output Type : Video card Video Interface : AGP 8x MemoryVideo Memory Technology : GDDR2 SDRAM Video Memory / Clock Speed : 350 MHz Video Memory Data Width : 64-bit Video Memory Installed Size : 256 MB VideoRAMDAC Clock Speed : 400 MHz API Supported : OpenGL 2.0; DirectX 9.0 Max Resolution (external) : 2048 x 1536 ProcessorGraphics Controller : NVIDIA GeForce 6200 UNSPSC CodeUNSPSC Code : 43201401
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored EVGA 256-A8-N401-LR e-GeForce 6200 AGP 256 MB DDR2 Graphics Card 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
- EVGA video cards have attained "Designed for Windows XP" certification
- 6200 AGP with 350MHz core clock
- 256MB of DDR memory
- 532 MHz memory clock and 300 MHz shader clock
- DirectX 9.0 and Open GL 2.0 support
Full Specifications
| Brand | EVGA |
|---|---|
| Model Name | e-GeForce 6200 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Model Number | 256-A8-N401-LR |
| GPU Clock Speed | 350 megahertz |
| Mfr Part Number | 256-A8-N401-LR |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Video Processor | NVIDIA |
| Antenna Location | Office |
| Graphics Card Ram | 24 GB |
| Graphics Ram Size | 24 GB |
| Graphics Ram Type | DDR2 SDRAM |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Memory Clock Speed | 532 MHz |
| Graphics Coprocessor | NVIDIA |
| Graphics Description | NVIDIA GeForce 6200, 350MHz core clock, 256MB DDR2 memory (532MHz), 300MHz shader clock, DirectX 9.0, OpenGL 2.0 |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 12"L x 10.38"W |
| Video Output Interface | DVI, VGA |
| Graphics Card Interface | AGP |
Ready to buy?
EVGA 256-A8-N401-LR e-GeForce 6200 AGP 256 MB DDR2 Graphics Card 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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