XFX nVidia GeForce 8800 GTS 512MB DDR3 Alpha Dog Edition PCI-E PV-T88-YDD4
Bottom line: The XFX nVidia GeForce 8800 GTS 512MB DDR3 Alpha Dog Edition PCI-E 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
XFX nVidia GeForce 8800 GTS 512MB DDR3 Alpha Dog Edition PCI-E graphics card in good working condition. Features 512MB GDDR3 memory and PCI-Express interface. Tested working and pulled from a functional system. Normal cosmetic wear from prior use.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored XFX nVidia GeForce 8800 GTS 512MB DDR3 Alpha Dog Edition PCI-E 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.
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Full Specifications
| vram_mb | 512 |
|---|---|
| memory_type | DDR3 |
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