nVidia FX4500 FX 4500 Quadro 512MB
Bottom line: The nVidia FX4500 FX 4500 Quadro 512MB 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 nVidia FX4500 FX 4500 Quadro 512MB 180-10347-0000-A03 model p347 is a high-performance graphics card manufactured by Dell. With a chipset manufactured by NVIDIA, this card features 512MB of GDDR3 memory size, perfect for demanding graphics and video applications. It is compatible with PCI Express 1.0 x16 slots and equipped with DVI connectors for seamless connectivity. The NVIDIA Quadro FX 4500 chipset/GPU model ensures smooth and efficient graphics processing, making it a reliable choice for professionals in need of powerful graphics performance.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored nVidia FX4500 FX 4500 Quadro 512MB 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 | 512 |
|---|---|
| memory_type | GDDR3 |
| core_clock_mhz | 430 |
| memory_bus_bit | 256 |
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