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MEDION ATI RADEON 9800 XXL 128MB DDR SGRAM AGP Graphics Card MS-8956
Bottom line: The MEDION ATI RADEON 9800 XXL 128MB DDR SGRAM AGP Graphics Card MS-8956 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
Shop eBay Other items contact Short delivery times Fast shipping products 3 year guarantee We issue an invoice with VAT Quality guarantee 10 years on the market Description MEDION ATI RADEON 9800 XXL 128MB MS-8956 Manufacturer: Medion Chipset manufacturer: AMD Graphic design: RADEON 9800 XXL Manufacturer code: MS-8956 Type of connection: AGP Storage capacity: 128MB Storage type: GDR SGRAM Storage rail: 256 bits Base type: AGP Cooling type: Active Types of outputs: 1x VGA, 1x DVI-I Power connection: Not required Product gallery More information Goods will be shipped within 48 hours of receipt…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored MEDION ATI RADEON 9800 XXL 128MB DDR SGRAM AGP Graphics Card MS-8956 using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro graphics cards category. ATI'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 |
| core_clock_mhz | null |
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