



Make informed decisions with expert advice. Learn More
Brand | PNY |
---|---|
Model | VCG8600GXXB |
Interface | PCI Express x16 |
---|
Chipset Manufacturer | NVIDIA |
---|---|
GPU | GeForce 8600 GT |
Core Clock | 540 MHz |
Shader Clock | 1190 MHz |
CUDA Cores | 32 |
Effective Memory Clock | 1400 MHz (effective) |
---|---|
Memory Size | 256MB |
Memory Interface | 128-Bit |
Memory Type | DDR3 |
DirectX | DirectX 10 |
---|---|
OpenGL | OpenGL 2.0 |
DVI | 2 x DVI |
---|---|
TV-Out | HDTV / S-Video Out |
RAMDAC | 400MHz |
---|---|
Max Resolution | 2560 x 1600 |
SLI Support | SLI Ready |
Cooler | Single Fan |
System Requirements | Minimum 350W system power supply |
Dual-Link DVI Supported | Yes |
HDCP Ready | Yes |
Date First Available | June 22, 2009 |
---|
Pros: dirt cheap at $18 AR; quiet fan (mine has the four-pin, auto-throttling fan); idles at 30% (50C), which is not audible in a case (even 100% is but a mild whoosh). You can easily alter the fan speed if you wish. Adequate performance for a HTPC; CUDA-enabled.
Cons: small, cheap cooler; PNY rebates usually takes a long time.
Overall Review: as many have said, this is not for serious gaming, but is great for a media server or HTPC.