NVIDIA
PNY GeForce 9800GT 1024MB Dual DVI Video Card XLR8 Edition PCIe2.0
Bottom line: The PNY GeForce 9800GT 1024MB Dual DVI Video Card XLR8 Edition PCIe2.0 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 PNY GeForce 9800GT 1024MB Dual DVI Video Card XLR8 Edition PCIe2.0 is a high-performance graphics card designed for gaming and graphic-intensive tasks. With a NVIDIA GeForce 9800 GT chipset and 1GB of DDR3 memory, this card delivers smooth and immersive graphics performance. It features dual DVI connectors for multiple monitor support and is compatible with PCI slots for easy installation. Ideal for gamers and multimedia enthusiasts looking for a reliable and powerful graphics card. UNTESTED, sold as is.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored PNY GeForce 9800GT 1024MB Dual DVI Video Card XLR8 Edition PCIe2.0 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 |
| core_clock_mhz | 600 |
| memory_bus_bits | 256 |
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