NVIDIA launches their first GDDR5 graphics card. The new GeForce GT 240 is based on NVIDIA’s brand-new 40 nm G215 graphics processor and features 96 shaders.
The new card will be available in two versions, with one being equipped with 512MB of GDDR5 memory and the other boasting a larger 1GB GDDR3 memory. Another difference between the two is that the first will be factory-overclocked and paired with the company’s Afterburner overclocking software.
The N240GT-MD512-OC/D5 and N240GT-MD1G allow the user to adjust GPU voltage and the overclocking configurations via MSI Afterburner overclocking software allowing OC potential up to 30%
Additionally, this series utilizes an advanced 40nm GPU, supports the DirectX 10.1 gaming standard, and offers an native HDMI output for awesome 3D support and high-definition entertainment.
In order to improve system stability, MSI’s N240GT series of graphics cards implements the military class components – Hi-C Cap, solid state capacitors and chokes (SSC). When running high-powered applications and games, these components provide exceptionally high levels of stability, and extend the product life-span.
Ah, another low-end card from NV. Yet another disappointment. I had hoped that they would release the “Fermi” sometime soon, so that I can grab a 5870 at a good price. Looks like that’ll have to wait for another few months