PNY TECHNOLOGIES GEFORCE FX5200 DDR 256MB PCI GRAPHICS CARD
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Manufacturer description
PNY TECHNOLOGIES GEFORCE FX5200 DDR 256MB PCI GRAPHICS CARD (NEW WITHOUT BOX). GEFORCE FX5200. PNY TECHNOLOGIES, INC. PNY PO# B136140. DDR 256MB PCI GRAPHICS CARD.
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Full Specifications
| vram_mb | 256 |
|---|---|
| memory_type | DDR |
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