MSI Graphics Card N8400GS-D256H NVIDIA GeForce 8400 GS 256MB PCI-E DVI Vtg video
Bottom line: The MSI Graphics Card NVIDIA GeForce 8400 GS 256MB PCI-E DVI Vtg video is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the expansion 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
This MSI NVIDIA GeForce 8400 GS graphics card features a passive cooling design with a large black heatsink for silent operation. GPU, Video Card, Graphics Adapter, Silent Cooling, Retro Computing, Legacy Hardware, Office PC, Dual Monitor, Desktop Upgrade, PCI-E, VGA, DVI, S-Video, NVIDIA GeForce, MSI Computer.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored MSI Graphics Card NVIDIA GeForce 8400 GS 256MB PCI-E DVI Vtg video using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the expansion cards category. MSI's expansion 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 expansion 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
| cooling | passive |
|---|---|
| vram_mb | 256 |
| gpu_chip | NVIDIA GeForce 8400 GS |
| memory_type | DDR2 |
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