DELL DH261 Quadro NVS 285 128MB DDR2 SDRAM PCI Express X16 RENEWED
Bottom line: The DELL DH261 Quadro NVS 285 128MB DDR2 SDRAM PCI Express X16 RENEWED 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
- ✓ Video Card
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
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SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored DELL DH261 Quadro NVS 285 128MB DDR2 SDRAM PCI Express X16 RENEWED using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro graphics cards category. Amazon Renewed'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
- Video Card
- Dimension
- computer-graphics-cards
Full Specifications
| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Model Number | DH261 |
| Mfr Part Number | DH261 |
| Video Processor | NVIDIA |
| Graphics Card Ram | 128 MB |
| Graphics RAM Type | DDR2 SDRAM |
| Graphics Ram Size | 128 MB |
| Graphics Ram Type | DDR2 SDRAM |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Graphics Coprocessor | Nvidia Quadro NVS |
| Warranty Description | 90 days limited warranty |
| Graphics Card Interface | PCI-Express x16 |
| Graphics Processor Manufacturer | NVIDIA |
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DELL DH261 Quadro NVS 285 128MB DDR2 SDRAM PCI Express X16 RENEWED 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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