NVIDIA GeForce 9800 GT 512MB GDDR3 workstation graphics card

Single-slot 9800 GT workstation card

The NVIDIA GeForce 9800 GT is a single-slot, full-height workstation graphics card with 512MB GDDR3 memory on a 256-bit interface. It delivers 112 processor cores and supports NVIDIA PhysX technology for hardware-accelerated effects. The card targets users maintaining legacy PCIe x16 systems that require dual-link DVI output. It is not suited for builders who need modern display connectors or higher memory capacity.

PCIe x16 Gen 1 bandwidth and dual-link DVI limits

The board uses a PCIe x16 bus interface consistent with first-generation signalling, so throughput is capped at the original 256-bit memory pathway. Dual-link DVI connectors drive a maximum resolution of 2560x1600, while the single HDTV port handles component or S-Video output. Buyers who want DisplayPort or HDMI native signalling cannot use this card without active adapters. The 512MB frame buffer also restricts texture-heavy workloads at the top resolution.

Simple drop-in for legacy chassis

Installation requires one free PCIe x16 slot and a standard chassis bracket; the single-slot form factor fits tight enclosures without blocking adjacent slots. No auxiliary power connector is mentioned in the specifications, so the card draws all power from the slot itself. The most common issue is driver support on current operating systems, which often requires legacy branches or manual INF modification. Systems without a compatible PCIe x16 slot cannot accept the card at all.