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PNY GeForce 8400GS 512MB DDR2 DMS-59 PCI-Express 2.0 DMS-59 Low Profile Graphics Card

Name: PNY GeForce 8400GS 512MB DDR2 DMS-59 PCI-Express 2.0 DMS-59 (DVI+DVI or VGA+VGA or DVI+VGA) Low Profile Graphics Card VCG84DMS5R3SXPB
Brand: PNY
SKU: B004A8SSDE

Bottom line: The PNY GeForce 8400GS 512MB DDR2 DMS-59 PCI-Express 2.0 DMS-59 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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By Mike Perry, Founder & Editor-in-Chief · Listing data updated 2026-10-05

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Chipset: GeForce 8400GS Engine Clock: 520 MHz Video Memory: 512MB DDR2

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

PNY nVidia GeForce 8400GS 512MB DDR2 DMS59 Low Profile PCI-Express Video Card

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored PNY GeForce 8400GS 512MB DDR2 DMS-59 PCI-Express 2.0 DMS-59 (DVI+DVI… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro graphics cards category. PNY'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

Chipset: GeForce 8400GS Engine Clock: 520 MHz Video Memory: 512MB DDR2
Memory Clock: 800 MHz Memory Interface: 64-bit Memory Bandwidth: 6.4 GB/s
Bus: PCI-Express 2.0 x16 RAMDAC: 400 MHz
Max. Resolution: 2560 x 1600 Connectors: DMS59(to VGA+VGA or DVI-I+DVI-I or DVI-I+VGA via Cable)
Thermal: Fanless Support Windows 7 Support nVidia Unified Architecture
Support nVidia CUDA technology Support nVidia PureVideo HD technology

Full Specifications

Bus	PCI-Express 2.0 x16 RAMDAC: 400 MHz
Brand	PNY
Chipset	GeForce 8400GS Engine Clock: 520 MHz Video Memory: 512MB DDR2
Thermal	Fanless Support Windows 7 Support nVidia Unified Architecture
Model Name	GeForce 8400GS
Memory Clock	800 MHz Memory Interface: 64-bit Memory Bandwidth: 6.4 GB/s
Model Number	VCG84DMS5R3SXPB
Max. Resolution	2560 x 1600 Connectors: DMS59(to VGA+VGA or DVI-I+DVI-I or DVI-I+VGA via Cable)
Mfr Part Number	VCG84DMS5R3SXPB
Video Processor	NVIDIA
Antenna Location	Gaming, Office
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
Graphics Description	NVIDIA GeForce 8400GS
Warranty Description	3 Years after registration
Video Output Interface	VGA
Full listing title	PNY GeForce 8400GS 512MB DDR2 DMS-59 PCI-Express 2.0 DMS-59 (DVI+DVI or VGA+VGA or DVI+VGA) Low Profile Graphics Card VCG84DMS5R3SXPB

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PNY GeForce 8400GS 512MB DDR2 DMS-59 PCI-Express 2.0 DMS-59 (DVI+DVI or VGA+VGA or DVI+VGA) Low Profile Graphics Card VCG84DMS5R3SXPB 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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