MSI NX6800GT Nvidia GeForce 6800 GT 256MB GDDR3 Graphics Card READ UNTESTED
Bottom line: The MSI NX6800GT Nvidia GeForce 6800 GT 256MB GDDR3 Graphics Card READ 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
Important!!! This item is untested!! It also comes from a SMOKERS HOUSE. IT WAS A MESS. I’ve cleaned it to the best of my ability, but it still needs to be cleaned more. No signs of corrosion and the fan spins freely. Manual included, but IT ALSO SMELLS. This is being sold as is.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored MSI NX6800GT Nvidia GeForce 6800 GT 256MB GDDR3 Graphics Card READ… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro graphics cards category. MSI'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 | 256 |
|---|---|
| memory_type | GDDR3 |
| core_clock_mhz | 350 |
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