NVIDIA GeForce 6500 - Specs, Benchmarks

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Summary

The GeForce 6500 GPU by NVIDIA. features a Curie (2003−2013) architecture. It offers DDR2 memory with 128 MB GB capacity and a 128 Bit-bit interface. delivering a bandwidth of 8.512 GB/s GB/s. it supports DirectX 9.0c (9_3), Vulkan N/A for enhanced performance.



Benchmark Performance

0.09

General Information

Basic details about the GeForce 6500, including manufacturer, ranking, and release date.

Title GeForce 6500
Manufacturer NVIDIA
Ranking 1501
Popularity Rank not in top-100
Architecture Curie (2003−2013)
GPU code name NV44 A2
Market Segmente Desktop
Length - Width N/A - 1-slot
Release Date 1 October 2005
Launch Price $N/A

Performance

Details on clock speeds, cores, and floating-point processing power of GeForce 6500.

Core Clock Speed 400 MHz
Boost Clock Speed N/A
Floating Point Processing Power N/A
No of Transistors 75 million
CUDA Cores N/A
Ray Tracing Cores N/A
Tensor Cores N/A
Texture Fill Rate 1.600
ROPs 2

Performance Score Comparison

GPU Cores

Feature Comparison Matrix

GPU Model DLSS Support Ray Tracing Tensor Cores Resizable BAR HDMI Support
GeForce 6500 ✗ No
✗ No
✗ No
✗ No
✗ No
GeForce RTX 5050 ✓ Yes
20
80
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
GeForce RTX 5060 ✓ Yes
30
120
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16 GB ✓ Yes
36
144
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti ✓ Yes
36
144
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB ✓ Yes
36
144
✓ Yes
✓ Yes

Connectivity & API Support

Available display connectors and API compatibility for enhanced performance.

Interface PCIe 1.0 x16
Display Connectors 1x DVI, 1x VGA, 1x S-Video
HDMI N/A
DirectX 9.0c (9_3)
Shader Model 3.0
OpenGL 2.1
OpenCL N/A
Vulkan N/A
CUDA N/A
DLSS N/A
TMUs 4

Memory & Bus

Information on memory type, capacity, and bandwidth to evaluate data processing power.

Memory Type DDR2
Maximum RAM 128 MB
Memory Bus Width 128 Bit
Memory Clock Speed 266 MHz
Memory Bandwidth 8.512 GB/s GB/s
Resizable BAR N/A

Power & Efficiency

Power consumption, efficiency, and additional power requirements.

Power Consumption (TDP) N/A W
Power Efficiency N/A
Manufacturing Process 110 nm
Supplementary Power Connectors N/A

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Gaming Performance Estimates

Estimated FPS in popular games at different resolutions and settings.

1080p Gaming
Ultra Settings
0 FPS
High Settings
0 FPS
1440p Gaming
Ultra Settings
0 FPS
High Settings
0 FPS
4K Gaming
Ultra Settings
0 FPS
High Settings
0 FPS

Recommended Use Cases

gaming
Entry Level

1080p Medium/High settings

Power Efficiency Comparison

Performance per watt comparison with similar GPUs

System Compatibility & Requirements

Interface

PCIe 1.0 x16

Top Comparisons with GeForce 6500

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GeForce 6500 Graphics Card Review

The GeForce 6500 is a graphics card manufactured by NVIDIA, released on 1 October 2005. Currently ranked #1501 in our comprehensive graphics card rankings, this GPU has achieved an impressive performance score of 0.09 points, solidifying its position as a high-performance graphics solution.

Technical Specifications

Architecture: Built on the Curie (2003−2013) architecture with the NV44 A2 GPU core.

Manufacturing Process: Manufactured using cutting-edge 110 nm process technology, ensuring optimal power efficiency and performance density.

Performance Overview

Clock Speeds: Base clock operates at 400 MHz, delivering consistent high-performance gaming and rendering capabilities.

Texture Performance: With a texture fill rate of 1.600, this GPU excels at rendering detailed textures and complex visual effects.

Memory Configuration

Memory Specifications: Equipped with 128 MB of high-speed DDR2 memory connected via a 128 Bit-bit memory bus, providing 8.512 GB/s of memory bandwidth.

Power and Efficiency

Advanced Features

Display and Connectivity

Display Outputs: Features 1x DVI, 1x VGA, 1x S-Video display connectors for versatile multi-monitor setups.

Graphics API Support: Supports DirectX 9.0c (9_3), OpenGL 2.1, Vulkan N/A for broad compatibility with modern games and applications.

Market Position and Value

Positioned in the Desktop market segment, Currently ranked #not in top-100 in popularity among enthusiasts and gamers, making it a competitive choice in its category.

Conclusion

The GeForce 6500 represents NVIDIA's commitment to delivering high-performance graphics solutions. With its robust feature set and solid performance characteristics, this GPU is well-suited for demanding gaming scenarios, content creation, and professional workloads. Whether you're a competitive gamer, content creator, or enthusiast, the GeForce 6500 offers the performance and features needed to handle today's most demanding visual applications.