NVIDIA PNY GeForce 6200 256MB AGP 8x Graphics Card VCG2256AEB
Bottom line: The NVIDIA PNY GeForce 6200 256MB AGP 8x Graphics Card VCG2256AEB is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro graphics & video 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
This GeForce graphics card is new old stock, manufactured in 2008 per the date box. It is new in the original packaging and ready to ship. I will ship this out within one business day of payment. If you have any questions about this item, please feel free to ask me. Thanks for looking. Make sure to check out my other listings for more great deals.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored NVIDIA PNY GeForce 6200 256MB AGP 8x Graphics Card VCG2256AEB using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro graphics & video category. PNY's retro graphics & video 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 & video 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 |
|---|---|
| agp_speed | 8x |
| memory_type | DDR2 |
| part_number | VCG2256AEB |
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