NVIDIA GeForce 6800 GT

The NVIDIA GeForce 6800 GT was released in 2004 as part of the NV40 generation. It utilizes 256 MB of video memory and is constructed using a 130 nm process. This card represents a key product from NVIDIA at the time.

Released2004
Memory256 MB
Clock350 MHz
Power67 W
Atlas performance index5 estimate

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BrandNVIDIA
FamilyNV40
Released2004
Video memory256 MB
Base clock350 MHz
Boost clock–
Power (TDP)67 W
Process130 nm
Launch price$399
Atlas performance index5 estimate

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