Processor
| Processor frequency |
620 MHz |
| Graphics adapter RAMDAC |
400 MHz |
| Stream processors |
32 |
| Shader clock |
1350 MHz |
Performance
| Fill rate |
9.9 billion texels/sec |
| DirectX version |
10 |
| OpenGL version |
2.0 |
| Shader model version |
4.0 |
| HDCP |
Y |
Memory
| Graphics adapter memory type |
GDDR3 |
| Memory bandwidth (max) |
25.6 GB/s |
| Memory bus |
128 bit |
| Memory clock speed |
1600 MHz |
Ports & interfaces
| TV-out |
Y |
| Interface type |
PCI Express x16 |
| DVI-I ports quantity |
2 |
Power
| Minimum system power supply |
325 W |
System requirements
| Minimum RAM |
512 MB |
| Minimum processor |
Intel Core 2 |
Additionally
| Graphics controller |
GeForce 8600 GT |
| Dual-link DVI |
Y |
NVIDIA GeForce 8600 GT OC2 256MB PCIe with DirectX 10 Support, OpenGL 2.0 Optimizations and Support, HDCP Capable
NVIDIA GeForce 8 Series architecture extends to the BFG NVIDIA GeForce 8600 GT OC2 with ThermoIntelligence graphics card. Offering unparalleled levels of graphics realism and performance for Microsoft DirectX 9 and DirectX 10 games for the price point, the BFG GeForce 8600 GT OC2 graphics card also includes the groundbreaking 2nd generation PureVideo HD processor and full support for Microsoft Windows Vista.
Features
Built for Microsoft Windows Vista
NVIDIA's fourth-generation GPU architecture built for Windows Vista gives users the best possible experience with the Windows Aero 3D graphical user interface, included in the new operating system (OS) from Microsoft.
Full Microsoft DirectX 10 Support
World's first DirectX 10 GPU with full Shader Model 4.0 support delivers unparalleled levels of graphics realism and film-quality effects.
NVIDIA SLI Technology1
Delivers up to 2x the performance of a single graphics card configuration for unequaled gaming experiences by allowing two graphics cards to run in parallel. The must-have feature for performance PCI Express graphics, SLI dramatically scales performance on today's hottest games.
NVIDIA unified architecture
Fully unified shader core dynamically allocates processing power to geometry, vertex, physics, or pixel shading operations, delivering up to 2x the gaming performance of prior generation GPUs.
GigaThread Technology
Massively multi-threaded architecture supports thousands of independent, simultaneous threads, providing extreme processing efficiency in advanced, next generation shader programs.
NVIDIA Lumenex Engine
Delivers stunning image quality and floating point accuracy with ultra-fast frame rates.
NVIDIA Quantum Effects Technology
Advanced shader processors architected for physics computation enable a new level of physics effects to be simulated and rendered on the GPU-all the while freeing the CPU to run the game engine and AI.
NVIDIA ForceWare Unified Driver Architecture (UDA)
Delivers a proven record of compatibility, reliability, and stability with the widest range of games and applications. ForceWare provides the best out-of-box experience for every user and delivers continuous performance and feature updates over the life of NVIDIA GeForce GPUs.
OpenGL 2.0 Optimizations and Support
Ensures top-notch compatibility and performance for OpenGL applications.
NVIDIA nView Multi-Display Technology
Advanced technology provides the ultimate in viewing flexibility and control for multiple monitors.
NVIDIA PureVideo HD Technology
The combination of high-definition video decode acceleration and post-processing that delivers unprecedented picture clarity, smooth video, accurate color, and precise image scaling for movies and video.
HDCP Capable
Designed to meet the output protection management (HDCP) and security specifications of the Blu-ray Disc and HD DVD formats, allowing the playback of encrypted movie content on PCs when connected to HDCP-compliant displays.
