256 A8 N505 - evga 256 A8 N505 EVGA 256 A8 N505 A1 GeForce 7800GS 256MB 256-bit GDDR3 AGP 4X/8X Video
Bottom line: The 256 A8 N505 - evga 256 A8 N505 EVGA 256 A8 N505 A1 GeForce 7800GS 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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Manufacturer description
evga 256 A8 N506 DX EVGA 256-A8-N506-AX GeForce 7800GS 256MB 256-bit GDDR3 AGP 4X/8X Video
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored 256 A8 N505 - evga 256 A8 N505 EVGA 256 A8 N505 A1 GeForce 7800GS… 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.
Full Specifications
| Brand | EVGA |
|---|---|
| Model | 256 A8 N505 |
| Manufacturer | evga |
| ItemPartNumber | 256 A8 N505 |
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256 A8 N505 - evga 256 A8 N505 EVGA 256 A8 N505 A1 GeForce 7800GS 256MB 256-bit GDDR3 AGP 4X/8X Video 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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