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Graphics Card PowerColor ATI RADEON 9600 PRO 256MB R96-D3GN
Bottom line: The Graphics Card PowerColor ATI RADEON 9600 PRO 256MB R96-D3GN 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 PowerColor ATI RADEON 9600 PRO 256MB R96-D3GN Manufacturer Powercolor AMD chipset manufacturer Graphics chip RADEON 9600 PRO Manufacturer code R96-D3GN AGP connector type 256MB memory Memory type DDR SGRAM Memory bus 128-bit Cooling type active Output types VGA, DVI-I, S-VIDEO Power connection Not required No original packaging. Will be sealed in a static bag. Written guarantee - 3 years !!! Product gallery More…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Graphics Card PowerColor ATI RADEON 9600 PRO 256MB R96-D3GN 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 | 256 |
|---|---|
| board_model | R96-D3GN |
| memory_type | DDR |
| board_partner | PowerColor |
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