Nvidia
Gainward NVIDIA GeFORCE FX5900XT, 128MB, AGP 8x
Bottom line: The Gainward NVIDIA GeFORCE FX5900XT 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
Card has been thoroughly cleaned, tested and benched and works flawlessly. Fresh thermal paste (Arctic MX4) has been applied, fan has been lubricated and runs nice and smooth.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Gainward NVIDIA GeFORCE FX5900XT 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 | 128 |
|---|---|
| memory_type | DDR SDRAM |
| core_clock_mhz | null |
Benchmark data for other graphics cards
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