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PNY GeForce 9600 GT graphics card with dual-slot cooler and DVI ports

PNY Technologies, Inc.

PNY Technologies, Inc. GeForce 9600 GT 1GB 128-Bit PCI Express 2.0 x16 graphics card

SKU CH-EXRE-47JWB

GeForce 9600 GT graphics card with 1GB memory on a 128-bit bus, 650 MHz core clock and PCI Express 2.0 x16 interface

  • InterfacePCI Express 2.0 x16
  • Chipset ManufacturerNVIDIA
  • GPU9600 GT
  • Core Clock650 MHz
  • Memory Size1GB
  • Memory Interface128-Bit
  • 1 GB frame buffer stores larger textures for smoother gameplay
  • 128-bit memory bus moves data efficiently between GPU and VRAM
  • Core clocked at 650 MHz delivers consistent pixel throughput
  • PCI Express 2.0 x16 link provides ample bandwidth for the card
  • Dual-link DVI output drives high-resolution displays without compression

PNY GeForce 9600 GT 1GB Graphics Card

This PNY GeForce 9600 GT is a discrete video card built on the NVIDIA 9600 GT GPU. It delivers 1GB of memory across a 128-Bit interface with a 650 MHz core clock. The card connects through a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot and provides DVI output with Dual-Link support. It suits older system upgrades or legacy hardware maintenance.

Suited For Legacy Builds and Basic Display

This card fits enthusiasts restoring period-correct systems or users needing a simple display adapter for older monitors via DVI. It handles 2D desktop tasks and early DirectX 10 era titles at modest settings. Gamers targeting modern 3D workloads, high-resolution video playback, or current API support should look at newer architectures.

128-Bit Memory Interface Decides Fit

The 128-Bit memory bus width is the key specification that determines bandwidth for the 1GB frame buffer. This width limits throughput compared to wider interfaces on later cards. Verify that your motherboard offers a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot and that your power supply can support the board. This single figure confirms whether the card matches your performance target.

Highlights

  • 1 GB frame buffer stores larger textures for smoother gameplay
  • 128-bit memory bus moves data efficiently between GPU and VRAM
  • Core clocked at 650 MHz delivers consistent pixel throughput
  • PCI Express 2.0 x16 link provides ample bandwidth for the card
  • Dual-link DVI output drives high-resolution displays without compression

Specifications

BrandPNY
Series9
InterfacePCI Express 2.0 x16
Chipset ManufacturerNVIDIA
GPU9600 GT
Core Clock650 MHz
Memory Size1GB
Memory Interface128-Bit
Memory TypeGraphic Card
OpenGLOpenGL
DVIYes
Dual-Link DVI SupportedYes

Questions about this item

Does my motherboard need a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot for this card?

Yes, the card requires a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot on the motherboard to operate.

Will this GeForce 9600 GT work on a motherboard that only has a PCI Express 1.0 x16 slot?

The card is backward compatible with PCI Express 1.0 x16 slots, though bandwidth will be limited to the 1.0 specification.

How can I confirm the 650 MHz core clock is active after installing the drivers?

Use a monitoring tool such as GPU-Z or the NVIDIA Control Panel to verify the core clock reads 650 MHz under load.

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