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NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT

NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT

Graphics Processor

G94

Cores

64

TMUs

32

ROPs

16

About the NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT

The NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT leverages NVIDIA's advanced GPU architecture to deliver high-performance computing capabilities. With 512 MB of memory size, 64 cores, 256 bit bus width, this graphics card is engineered for demanding applications.

Performance benchmarks show the NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT competing effectively against both higher-end and mainstream alternatives. The graphics processor, graphics card, clock speeds, memory, render config, theoretical performance, board design, graphics features features enhance overall system efficiency and reliability.

Key specifications include G94 graphics processor, 64 cores, 32 tmus and more. The NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT is designed to meet the needs of users requiring robust graphics performance for modern applications and workloads.

Technical Specifications

Graphics Processor

G94

Cores

64

TMUs

32

ROPs

16

Memory Size

512 MB

Memory Type

GDDR3

Bus Width

256 bit

Detailed Information

Graphics Processor

GPU NameG94
GPU VariantG94-300-A1
ArchitectureTesla
FoundryTSMC
Process Size65 nm
Transistors505 million
Density2.1M / mm²
Die Size240 mm²
Chip PackageBGA-1504

Graphics Card

Release DateFeb 21st, 2008
GenerationGeForce 9(9600)
PredecessorGeForce 8
SuccessorGeForce 200
ProductionEnd-of-life
Launch Price179 USD
Bus InterfacePCIe 2.0 x16
Reviews151 in our database

Clock Speeds

GPU Clock650 MHz
Shader Clock1625 MHz
Memory Clock900 MHz1800 Mbps effective

Memory

Memory Size512 MB
Memory TypeGDDR3
Memory Bus256 bit
Bandwidth57.60 GB/s

Render Config

Shading Units64
TMUs32
ROPs16
SM Count8
L2 Cache64 KB

Theoretical Performance

Pixel Rate10.40 GPixel/s
Texture Rate20.80 GTexel/s
FP32 (float)208.0 GFLOPS

Board Design

Slot WidthSingle-slot
Length229 mm9 inches
Height111 mm4.4 inches
TDP95 W
Suggested PSU250 W
Outputs2x DVI1x S-Video
Power Connectors1x 6-pin
Board NumberP545 SKU 10

Graphics Features

DirectX11.1 (10_0)
OpenGL3.3
OpenCL1.1
VulkanN/A
CUDA1.1
Shader Model4.0

Performance Comparison

Relative Performance Benchmarks

GeForce RTX 50908258%
GeForce RTX 40906299%
GeForce RTX 50805442%
GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER4859%
GeForce RTX 40804818%
Radeon RX 7900 XTX4815%
GeForce RTX 5070 Ti4745%
Radeon RX 9070 XT4534%
Radeon RX 7900 XT4146%
GeForce RTX 3090 Ti4070%
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER4066%
Radeon RX 90704062%
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti3722%
GeForce RTX 50703685%
GeForce RTX 30903630%
GeForce RTX 3080 Ti3583%
GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER3468%
Radeon RX 7900 GRE3415%
Radeon RX 6950 XT3359%
GeForce RTX 40703312%
Radeon RX 6900 XT3279%
GeForce RTX 30803227%
Radeon RX 7800 XT3218%
Radeon RX 6800 XT3104%
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16 GB2881%
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB2864%
Radeon RX 7700 XT2821%
Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB2735%
GeForce RTX 3070 Ti2730%
Radeon RX 68002638%
Radeon RX 9060 XT 8 GB2582%
GeForce RTX 30702554%
GeForce RTX 2080 Ti2532%
GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB2521%
GeForce RTX 50602482%
Radeon RX 6750 XT2422%
GeForce RTX 3060 Ti2236%
Radeon RX 6700 XT2196%
GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER2040%
Radeon RX 7600 XT2022%
GeForce RTX 40602017%
Arc B5802013%
GeForce RTX 50501962%
GeForce RTX 20801946%
Radeon RX 6650 XT1903%
Radeon RX 76001901%
GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER1809%
GeForce GTX 1080 Ti1790%
Arc A7701788%
GeForce RTX 3060 12 GB1723%
Radeon RX 6600 XT1698%
Radeon VII1694%
Arc A7501660%
Radeon RX 5700 XT1622%
GeForce RTX 20701599%
Radeon RX 66001527%
Arc A5801483%
GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER1481%
Radeon RX Vega 641418%
GeForce RTX 20601373%
Radeon RX 57001366%
GeForce GTX 10801340%
GeForce GTX 1070 Ti1315%
Radeon RX 5600 XT1303%
Radeon RX Vega 561238%
GeForce GTX 10701193%
GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER1130%
GeForce GTX 1660 Ti1129%
GeForce GTX 980 Ti1069%
GeForce RTX 3050 8 GB1064%
Radeon R9 FURY X1052%
GeForce GTX 16601039%
Radeon RX 590982%
Radeon R9 FURY957%
GeForce GTX 980945%
GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER936%
Radeon RX 6500 XT924%
Radeon RX 5500 XT916%
Radeon RX 580909%
GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB886%
Radeon R9 390X873%
GeForce GTX 690863%
Radeon RX 480855%
Radeon HD 7990851%
GeForce GTX 780 Ti836%
GeForce GTX 970814%
Radeon R9 290X812%
Radeon R9 390799%
Radeon RX 570789%
Radeon R9 290749%
Radeon RX 470738%
GeForce GTX 1650695%
Radeon RX 6400681%
Arc A380672%
GeForce GTX 780671%
Radeon HD 7970 GHz Edition606%
GeForce GTX 590605%
Radeon R9 280X597%
Radeon HD 6990583%
GeForce GTX 1050 Ti555%
GeForce GTX 680543%
Radeon R9 380537%
Radeon HD 7970537%
GeForce GTX 770536%
Radeon R9 285532%
GeForce GTX 960515%
GeForce GTX 670502%
Radeon HD 5970454%
GeForce GTX 1630454%
Radeon HD 7950445%
GeForce GTX 1050444%
GeForce GTX 760441%
GeForce GTX 580441%
GeForce GTX 660 Ti439%
Radeon R9 270X433%
Radeon HD 7870 GHz Edition423%
GeForce GTX 950419%
Radeon RX 560395%
GeForce GTX 570388%
GeForce GTX 660387%
Radeon RX 460386%
Radeon R7 370386%
Radeon HD 6970373%
GeForce GTX 480356%
Radeon HD 7850350%
GeForce GTX 295343%
Radeon HD 6950332%
GeForce GTX 750 Ti330%
Radeon HD 4870 X2324%
GeForce GTX 560 Ti322%
Radeon HD 5870313%
Radeon HD 6870293%
GeForce GTX 470283%
GeForce GTX 650 Ti271%
Radeon HD 5850266%
GeForce GTX 285248%
Radeon HD 6850243%
GeForce GTX 280228%
Radeon HD 7770 GHz Edition227%
GeForce GTX 275226%
GeForce GT 1030224%
GeForce GTX 460221%
Radeon HD 4890213%
Radeon HD 6790209%
Radeon HD 5830199%
GeForce GTX 650188%
GeForce GTX 550 Ti186%
Radeon HD 4870184%
GeForce GTX 260182%
Radeon HD 5770179%
Radeon HD 7750177%
Radeon HD 5750155%
GeForce GTS 450150%
GeForce GTS 250146%
Radeon HD 4850142%
Radeon HD 4770135%
Radeon HD 4830127%
Radeon HD 6670123%
GeForce 9800 GT118%
GeForce GT 640114%
Radeon HD 5670106%
GeForce 9600 GTCurrent GPU100%
GeForce GT 24087%
GeForce GT 44085%
Radeon HD 467081%
Radeon HD 557075%
GeForce GT 43073%
GeForce GT 22056%
GeForce GT 52046%
Radeon HD 645043%
Radeon HD 545037%
Radeon HD 455029%
GeForce 9400 GT23%
GeForce 21018%
GeForce 9600 GTCurrent GPU100%
GeForce 9600 GTCurrent GPU100%

Frequently Asked Questions About the NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT

Common Questions About This Graphics Card

The NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT features 512 MB of GDDR3 graphics memory. This 512 MB VRAM capacity provides ample memory for modern gaming and professional applications, allowing for high-resolution textures and smooth performance in demanding workloads. The generous memory allocation ensures excellent performance in memory-intensive tasks like 4K gaming, video editing, and 3D rendering.

The NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT is equipped with 64 cores, delivering powerful parallel processing capabilities. These cores handle complex graphics computations, enabling smooth gameplay, fast rendering, and efficient multitasking across various applications.

The NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT utilizes a 256 bit memory interface, which determines the data transfer rate between the GPU and its memory. This 256 bit bus width, combined with GDDR3, ensures fast memory access and excellent performance in memory-intensive applications.

The NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT is built on NVIDIA's Tesla architecture. This architecture represents a significant advancement in graphics processing technology, offering improved performance per watt, enhanced features, and better support for modern gaming technologies and APIs.

The NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT has a Thermal Design Power (TDP) of 95 W, which indicates its typical power consumption under load. This power requirement means you'll need a compatible power supply unit with adequate wattage and the necessary PCIe power connectors to run this graphics card effectively.

The NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT delivers strong gaming performance suitable for modern titles at various resolutions. Performance benchmarks show it competing effectively in its class. With 512 MB and 64, this graphics card can handle AAA games at 1080p and 1440p resolutions with high settings, while also supporting 4K gaming at adjusted quality settings depending on the title.

To use the NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT, you'll need a compatible motherboard with a PCIe x16 slot (PCIe 3.0 or 4.0), a power supply unit with sufficient wattage (recommended 95 W TDP or higher), and adequate case space for the graphics card. The NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT is compatible with modern operating systems including Windows 10/11 and Linux distributions with proper drivers. Ensure your system meets the minimum requirements for optimal performance.

The NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT is an excellent choice for gaming, content creation, and general graphics workloads. With 512 MB and 64, it's well-suited for real-time ray tracing, DLSS technology, video editing, 3D rendering, and multitasking. Whether you're building a gaming rig or a professional workstation, the NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT offers the performance needed for demanding applications.

The NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT performs comparably to graphics cards like Radeon HD 5670. Performance benchmarks indicate that Radeon HD 5670 is approximately 6% faster when compared to the NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT. For detailed side-by-side specifications and performance comparisons, use our comparison tools available on this page.

The NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT is fully supported by NVIDIA's latest driver suite (NVIDIA Game Ready and Studio drivers), which are regularly updated to optimize performance for new game releases and improve stability. NVIDIA provides comprehensive driver support with features like automatic updates, game optimizations, and performance monitoring tools to help you get the most out of your NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT graphics card.

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