ASRock P4V88 Socket 478 ATX DDR Motherboard AGP PCI VIA PT880 Chipset
Bottom line: The ASRock P4V88 Socket 478 ATX DDR Motherboard AGP PCI VIA PT880 Chipset is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro motherboards 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
In great condition! I/O Shield included! Check out the pics. ASRock P4V88. Socket 478 ATX DDR Motherboard. MSI MS 8911 Nvidia GeForce FX 5500 AGP 256MB VGA DVI Retro Graphics Video Card. Uséd motherboard, tested working.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored ASRock P4V88 Socket 478 ATX DDR Motherboard AGP PCI VIA PT880 Chipset using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro motherboards category. ASRock's retro motherboards 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 motherboards 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
| socket | Socket 478 |
|---|---|
| chipset | VIA PT880 |
| expansion | AGP, PCI |
| memory_type | DDR |
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