NVIDIA GeForce 256 DDR
The NVIDIA GeForce 256 DDR was released in 1999 as part of NVIDIA’s NV10 generation graphics cards. It originally launched with a power draw of 12W and a suggested retail price of approximately $249. This card was a key part of the gaming landscape at the time.
Atlas performance index1.2 model estimate
Ranks #1032 of 1051 rated GPUs. Fastest GPU we rate: 800.
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| Brand | NVIDIA |
|---|---|
| Family | NV10 |
| Released | 1999 |
| Video memory | 32 MB |
| Base clock | 120 MHz |
| Boost clock | – |
| Power (TDP) | 12 W |
| Process | – |
| Launch price | $249 |
| Atlas performance index | 1.2 model estimate |
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