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EVGA GeForce GT 740 SC 2GB DDR3 Graphics Card PCIe DVI Mini HDMI Tested
Bottom line: The EVGA GeForce GT 740 SC 2GB DDR3 Graphics Card PCIe DVI Mini HDMI 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
EVGA GeForce GT 740 SC graphics card. Ports: Dual DVI and Mini HDMI (Type C). Graphics card only. No cables or adapters included.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored EVGA GeForce GT 740 SC 2GB DDR3 Graphics Card PCIe DVI Mini HDMI… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro graphics cards category. EVGA'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 | 2048 |
|---|---|
| memory_type | DDR3 |
| core_clock_mhz | 1059 |
Benchmark data for other graphics cards
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