Name: EVGA - GeForce GT 520 Graphic Card - 810 MHz Core - 1 GB DDR3 SDRAM - PCI Express 2.0 x16
Brand: EVGA
SKU: 2843125
Rating: 3.8 (4 reviews)

Other
- Assembly Required: false
- Type of Video Card: Graphics
- Video Memory: 1GB
- Interface Slot Type: PCI Express
- Type of Processor: NVIDIA GeForce GT 520
- Number of Processors: 48
- Clock Speed of Video Memory (RAMDAC): 400MHz
- Maximum 2D Resolution (at 32-bit color): Up to 2048 x 1536
- Maximum 3D Resolution (at 32-bit color): Up to 2560 x 1600
- Supports MPEG-1, 2: No
- TV-Out: No
- Stereo Sound: No
- S-Video Output: No
- Video Format: VGA
- Software Included:
  - Driver
  - Software
- System Requirements: Windows XP, Vista or 7; PCI Express 2.0- or PCI Express-compliant motherboard; 1 PCI Express x16 graphics slot; 300W power supply
- Graphics Chip: NVIDIA
- Maximum 2D Resolution (at 64-bit color): Up to 2560 x 1600
- Maximum 3D Resolution (at 64-bit color): Up to 2560 x 1600
- UPC: 843368016685

Whether you stream 1080p online videos from siteslike youTube or Hulu or prefer immersive Blu-Ray 3D movies,the power of the GeForce GT 520 GPU maikes your video playback fast and smooth.

In addition to rendering your high-res photos instantly, the EVGA GeForce GT 520 also speeds up the editing of your videos. And when your photos and videos online, you'll enjoy a richer web experience wiht GPU accelerated browser like Google Chrome and Internet Explorer 9.

Powered by the GeForce GT 520 graphics processing unit (GPU): For high-quality graphics power.
1GB DDR3 on-board memory: Provides the memory needed for visual realism.
PCI Express 2.0 interface: Along with a 1400MHz clock speed for high-speed processing. Backward compatible with PCI Express 1.1.
DirectX 11 support: Enhances gameplay by delivering ultrarealistic images, detail, textures and improved lighting effects that create lifelike interactivity.
NVIDIA PhysX Technology: Provides enhanced realism and lifelike characters.
NVIDIA PureVideo HD technology: Delivers smooth video and brilliant colors.
NVIDIA 3D Vision Surround-ready: For stunning images.
HDMI, VGA and dual-link DVI outputs: For flexible connectivity.

Whats Included

GeForce GT 520 Graphics Card
Disc

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Entry-Level Card
- This is a great entry level card for light gaming or every day use. (Will play most last-gen games maxed out. E.G.: Far Cry 2, Cod 4, Flight Simulator X, Forza 3.) -This card comes with a low-profile bracket if you have a SFF (small form factor pc) -Performance is comparable to the Nvidia GT610-630 line of graphics cards. -For the price this card is an absolute steal! (you get what you pay for though. It's not a high end card, though it does perform well# -Installed easily into a PCI x16 slot -No additional power connector required -The wattage rating for this card is 300W however, it runs fine on my 250W system. #It's not like performance bottlenecking is going to occur on a low end card)
Posted 13 years ago by Noname123456789
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great low cost card for media PC / everyday use
Purchased to replace an onboard graphics for use in a media PC with a HDTV. Onboard could not handle Blu-ray playback even with HDMI. Easy to install, with the exception of the VGA port being too close to the case, was a bit of a struggle to get the VGA cable onto the card. Not too much of an issue as the HDMI will be used most of the time. Only hooked up the VGA for installation. I had already downloaded the latest Nvidia drivers and did not install from the CD included. This card does not require an additional power source, a plus for anyone upgrading and older PC. Is PCI-E 1.x compatible. I highly recommend this card for everyday use and media playback. I would not recommend this card for higher end gaming. Always do your homework and get your reviews and card stats from multiple sources. Rated OVERALL as a 4 because it is not a higher end card. If I were to rate this card for everyday and media use it would be a 5.
Posted 12 years ago by sphotch
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
GeForce GT 520
The GeForce GT 520 was received in good condition and easy to install. I have a built in video card so when I removed cover to desktop there were two plugs for video. Now I can choose from HP desktop video card or GEForce GT. Just depends on placement of cable. In some computer built video installation instructional video it does not state dealing with built in video cards. In this case I own a HP desktop with the video card built in. There are several placement areas to install video cards, memory cards and sound cards. Be sure to use a magnetic demagnetizer braclet before opening and closing desktop computer module. Before buying specify and call dealer whether it is compatible with system: MAC or PC. Work in a clean area free of dust and other particles. Do not touch gold tabs or connectors on video card. The graphics are sharper and lines clearer. Check compatiblity for gaming.
Posted 13 years ago by BONGBO