01G-P3-N809-BM EVGA e-GeForce 8800 GT AKIMBO 1GB 256-Bit GDDR3 PCIe 2 x16.#B0608
Bottom line: The 01G-P3-N809-BM EVGA e-GeForce 8800 GT AKIMBO 1GB 256-Bit GDDR3 PCIe 2 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
The EVGA e-GeForce 8800 GT AKIMBO 1GB 256-Bit GDDR3 PCIe 2 x16 is a high-performance graphics card designed for gaming and graphic-intensive applications. With 1GB of GDDR3 memory and a NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GT chipset, this card delivers smooth and immersive graphics performance. The PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot compatibility ensures compatibility with modern systems, making it a reliable choice for enhancing your computer's graphics capabilities.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored 01G-P3-N809-BM EVGA e-GeForce 8800 GT AKIMBO 1GB 256-Bit GDDR3 PCIe… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro graphics cards category. nVIDIA'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
| vram_mb | 1024 |
|---|---|
| memory_type | GDDR3 |
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01G-P3-N809-BM EVGA e-GeForce 8800 GT AKIMBO 1GB 256-Bit GDDR3 PCIe 2 x16.#B0608 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. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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