XFX nVidia GeForce 9500GT 512 MB DDR2 VGA/DVI/HDTV PCI-Express Video Card PVT95GYAR2
Bottom line: The XFX nVidia GeForce 9500GT 512 MB DDR2 VGA/DVI/HDTV PCI-Express Video is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the 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
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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
GEFORCE 9500GT PCIE 512MB DDR2 - 550MHZ TV/DVI
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored XFX nVidia GeForce 9500GT 512 MB DDR2 VGA/DVI/HDTV PCI-Express Video… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the graphics cards category. XFX's 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 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
- Features -
- 3rd Generation TeraScale Graphics Engine
- 40nm Process Technology
- GDDR5 Memory
- AMD Eyefinity Technology
Full Specifications
| Brand | XFX |
|---|---|
| Model Number | PVT95GYAR2 |
| Mfr Part Number | PVT95GYAR2 |
| Video Processor | NVIDIA |
| Graphics Card Ram | 512 MB |
| Graphics Ram Size | 512 MB |
| Graphics Ram Type | DDR2 SDRAM |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Memory Clock Speed | 800 MHz |
| Graphics Coprocessor | NVIDIA |
| Video Output Interface | VGA |
| Graphics Card Interface | PCI Express |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 2560x1600 |
| Graphics Processor Manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00778656048140 |
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XFX nVidia GeForce 9500GT 512 MB DDR2 VGA/DVI/HDTV PCI-Express Video Card PVT95GYAR2 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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