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MSI N9800GT-T2D512-OCv2 Nvidia GeForce 9800GT 512MB PCIe Graphics Card
Bottom line: The MSI N9800GT-T2D512-OCv2 Nvidia GeForce 9800GT 512MB PCIe Graphics Card 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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MSI N9800GT-T2D512-OCv2 Nvidia GeForce 9800GT 512MB PCIe Graphics Card
SpecPicks Verdict
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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 | 512 |
|---|---|
| memory_type | GDDR3 |
| bus_width_bits | 256 |
| core_clock_mhz | 600 |
Benchmark data for other graphics cards
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