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EVGA GeForce 9400 GT graphics card, dual DVI outputs, PCIe x16 slot

EVGA

EVGA GeForce 9400 GT 512MB DDR2 graphics card 512-P3-N944-LR

SKU CH-V885-T1D65

Entry graphics card with 512 MB DDR2 memory, 128-bit bus, 16 CUDA cores, dual DVI outputs and PCI Express 2.0 x16 interface

  • Memory TypeGDDR5
  • 512 MB DDR2 memory for basic desktop graphics
  • 128-bit bus width supports standard display resolutions
  • 16 CUDA cores enable GPU-accelerated applications
  • PCI Express 2.0 x16 interface fits modern motherboards
  • Dual DVI outputs connect two digital monitors

Entry GPU for legacy upgrades

The EVGA GeForce 9400 GT is a basic PCI Express 2.0 x16 graphics card built for older desktop systems that need a discrete video output. It carries 512MB of DDR2 memory on a 128-bit bus and provides 16 CUDA cores for light compute tasks. This card targets users maintaining or repairing platforms that predate modern integrated graphics.

PCIe 2.0 x16 bandwidth ceiling

The board uses a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot which caps theoretical throughput at the 2.0 generation speed. DDR2 memory limits frame-buffer bandwidth compared to faster GDDR5 alternatives found on later models. Two DVI ports drive twin digital displays but lack HDMI or DisplayPort signalling. SLI support is present yet practical scaling is constrained by the narrow memory bus and modest core count.

Replaces integrated graphics on aging boards

This unit upgrades motherboards whose onboard video has failed or cannot drive dual monitors. The jump is worthwhile when a system needs dedicated video memory and a second DVI output for productivity. It also serves as a low-cost troubleshooting spare for PCIe 2.0 era builds where newer cards would be bottlenecked by the platform.

Highlights

  • 512 MB DDR2 memory for basic desktop graphics
  • 128-bit bus width supports standard display resolutions
  • 16 CUDA cores enable GPU-accelerated applications
  • PCI Express 2.0 x16 interface fits modern motherboards
  • Dual DVI outputs connect two digital monitors

Specifications

Memory TypeGDDR5

Questions about this item

Which version of the EVGA GeForce 9400 GT 512MB should I choose for a single-monitor setup?

The card comes in a single 512MB 128-bit DDR2 configuration with two DVI ports, so there is no alternative version to select for one display.

What does the 16 CUDA core count mean for everyday desktop performance?

Sixteen CUDA cores provide basic GPU acceleration for video playback and light compute tasks, but are far below the threshold for modern gaming or heavy workloads.

How does the PCI Express 2.0 x16 interface affect real-world throughput?

PCI Express 2.0 x16 caps the bus at roughly 8 GB/s, which is more than enough for the 9400 GT's memory bandwidth and prevents the slot from becoming a bottleneck.

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