MATROX C420 2GB GDDR5 PCIe 3.0 x 16 Full Height Graphic Card C420-E2GBLAF (Renewed)
Bottom line: The MATROX C420 2GB GDDR5 PCIe 3.0 x 16 Full Height Graphic 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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Cons
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Manufacturer description
MATROX C420 2GB GDDR5 PCIe 3.0 x 16 Full Height Graphic Card C420-E2GBLAF
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored MATROX C420 2GB GDDR5 PCIe 3.0 x 16 Full Height Graphic Card 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.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Matrox |
|---|---|
| Model Name | C420-E2GBLAF |
| Model Number | C420-E2GBLAF |
| Mfr Part Number | C420-E2GBLAF |
| Video Processor | NVIDIA |
| Antenna Location | Office, Professional |
| Graphics Card Ram | 2 GB |
| Graphics Ram Size | 2 GB |
| Graphics Ram Type | GDDR5 |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Graphics Coprocessor | Matrox |
| Graphics Description | Matrox C420 with 2GB GDDR5 graphics memory |
| Warranty Description | 90 days limited warranty |
| Video Output Interface | Mini DisplayPort |
| Graphics Card Interface | PCI-Express x16 |
| Display Maximum Resolution | 2560 x 1600 |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 2560x1600 |
| Graphics Processor Manufacturer | NVIDIA |
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MATROX C420 2GB GDDR5 PCIe 3.0 x 16 Full Height Graphic Card C420-E2GBLAF (Renewed) is listed on Amazon. Price, availability, shipping and returns are set by Amazon and its sellers — check the listing for current terms. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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