NVIDIA
GeForce 9800 GT - 512MB DDR3 256BIT - ASUS EN9800GT - WORKING - NO TARIFF
Bottom line: The NVIDIA GeForce 9800 GT 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
GeForce 9800 GT, 512MB DDR3, 256BIT, Dual-DVI, Asus EN9800GT, WORKING. Silent fan.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored NVIDIA GeForce 9800 GT 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 |
| memory_bus_bits | 256 |
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