Diamond Multimedia Radeon 9550 256MB DDR (Model: S120AGP256) is an AGP 4x/8x
Bottom line: The ATI Diamond Multimedia Radeon 9550 256MB DDR is an AGP 4x/8x is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the expansion 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
AGP Video Card Tested to be fully functional. AGP 8X/4X (1.5V). ATI Radeon 9550 (RV350 LX). Designed for Windows XP/2000, compatible with AGP 1.5V slots (AGP 4x/8x). 1x DVI-I, 1x VGA (D-Sub), 1x S-Video.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored ATI Diamond Multimedia Radeon 9550 256MB DDR is an AGP 4x/8x using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the expansion cards category. ATI's expansion 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 expansion 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
| vram_mb | 256 |
|---|---|
| memory_type | DDR |
| core_codename | RV350 |
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