NVIDIA GeForce FX 5900 Ultra review. Specs and Benchmarks

Detailed Review of the NVIDIA GeForce FX 5900 Ultra

Ranked 1217 in CpusData's performance ranking, the NVIDIA GeForce FX 5900 Ultra delivers exceptional graphics capabilities tailored for gamers and professionals alike.

  • Manufacturer: NVIDIA
  • Year of Manufacture: 2003
  • Process Technology: 130 nm
  • Power Consumption: (TDP)

Performance Specifications

The NVIDIA GeForce FX 5900 Ultra operates at a base clock frequency of 450 MHz, with the potential to overclock up to . This card is equipped with 256 MB of high-speed memory, featuring a clock rate of 850 MHz and an impressive memory bandwidth of 27.2 GB/s.

Key Features and Compatibility

In this section, we explore the technologies integrated into the NVIDIA GeForce FX 5900 Ultra, including:

  • Supported Technologies - A comprehensive overview of the advanced technologies utilized in the card to enhance performance and visual fidelity.
  • Interfaces - A detailed list of available interfaces for connectivity, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of displays and peripherals.
  • Motherboard Compatibility - Insights into which motherboard configurations are best suited for optimal performance with the NVIDIA GeForce FX 5900 Ultra.

Performance NVIDIA GeForce FX 5900 Ultra in Popular Games

We present test results showcasing the performance of the NVIDIA GeForce FX 5900 Ultra in several popular titles. This data allows potential buyers to gauge how well this graphics card handles various gaming scenarios, ensuring it meets their expectations.

Comparison Tools

For further insights, you can also compare your NVIDIA GeForce FX 5900 Ultra graphics card with other models directly on our site. This feature provides a valuable resource for making informed decisions tailored to your specific needs.

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General info

The main nomenclature characteristics of the video card NVIDIA GeForce FX 5900 Ultra, for general information about it.

Place in performance rating: not rated
Architecture: Rankine
Release date: 23 October 2003 (18 years ago)
Launch price (MSRP): $499
GPU code name: NV35
Market segment: Desktop

Technical specs

Characteristics that directly affect the performance of the video card NVIDIA GeForce FX 5900 Ultra. Smaller process technology, higher clock frequencies, more threads and transistors are signs of a modern graphics card.

Core clock speed: 450 MHz
Manufacturing process technology: 130 nm
Texture fill rate: 3.600
Number of transistors: 135 million
Thermal design power (TDP): 59 Watt

Compatibility, dimensions and requirements

Additional technical information, does not greatly affect the performance rating.

Interface: AGP 8x
Length: 218 mm
Supplementary power connectors: 1x Molex

Memory

Video card memory is used to store calculations. Modern software and 3D games require higher memory capacity and speed. The higher these parameters, the higher the performance of the chip NVIDIA GeForce FX 5900 Ultra.

Memory type: DDR
Maximum RAM amount: 256 MB
Memory bus width: 256 Bit
Memory clock speed: 850 MHz
Memory bandwidth: 27.2 GB/s

Video outputs and ports

Information about video card interfaces, ports, shape factor and size.

Display Connectors: 1x DVI, 1x VGA, 1x S-Video

Overall gaming performance

Performance Testing Results The following tests display the FPS results for the NVIDIA GeForce FX 5900 Ultra across various screen resolutions, aligned with the recommendations provided by game developers. Benchmarking Note: Please note that the performance benchmarks for the NVIDIA GeForce FX 5900 Ultra may vary based on several factors, including the specific environment, motherboard, and processor used during testing. These variables can influence the overall gaming experience, so actual performance may differ from the results presented here.


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5 Stutter – Insufficient data. Similar graphics cards stutter, the game is likely to show a low frame rate. There will be some lags.
May Stutter – Insufficient data. Similar graphics cards stutter, the game is likely to show a low frame rate. There will be some lags.
30 Fluent – According to the results of benchmarks the game should run at 25 frames per second (fps)
40 Fluent – According to the results of benchmarks the game should run at 35 frames per second (fps)
60 Fluent – According to the results of benchmarks the game should run at 58 frames per second (fps)
May Run Fluently – Insufficient data. Similar graphics cards show a smooth frame rate, comfortable for the game.
? Uncertain – Graphics cards testing has shown that a slower card can provide a high and stable frame rate for the same operation.
Uncertain – The work of the video card in the game is still being studied. Interpolation among analogs is not possible.
The value depicts the average frame rate. Hovering over the value, you can get individual results.

NVIDIA GeForce FX 5900 Ultra in Benchmarks

The performance of the NVIDIA GeForce FX 5900 Ultra is showcased through various popular modern benchmarks. Testing under maximum load conditions provides valuable insights into the true capabilities of the graphics processor, enabling comparisons with other leading graphics card models. For detailed benchmark descriptions and results, please visit their respective pages.

Overall benchmark performance

NVIDIA Quadro P3200 Max-Q
NVIDIA Quadro P3200 Max-Q
41.4%
NVIDIA Quadro RTX 3000 Max-Q
NVIDIA Quadro RTX 3000 Max-Q
41.34%
NVIDIA GeForce FX 5900 Ultra
NVIDIA GeForce FX 5900 Ultra
41%
AMD Radeon R9 390
AMD Radeon R9 390
40.38%
NVIDIA GeForce FX 5700
NVIDIA GeForce FX 5700
40%

Passmark

NVIDIA GeForce FX 5500
NVIDIA GeForce FX 5500
8
NVIDIA GeForce FX 5200
NVIDIA GeForce FX 5200
7
NVIDIA GeForce FX 5900 Ultra
NVIDIA GeForce FX 5900 Ultra
41
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