NVIDIA GeForce GTX 285 review. Specs and Benchmarks

Detailed Review of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 285

Ranked 449 in CpusData's performance ranking, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 285 delivers exceptional graphics capabilities tailored for gamers and professionals alike.

  • Manufacturer: NVIDIA
  • Year of Manufacture: 2008
  • Process Technology: 55 nm
  • Power Consumption: 204 Watt (TDP)

Performance Specifications

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 285 operates at a base clock frequency of 648 MHz, with the potential to overclock up to . This card is equipped with 1 GB of high-speed memory, featuring a clock rate of 1242 MHz and an impressive memory bandwidth of 159.0 GB/s.

Key Features and Compatibility

In this section, we explore the technologies integrated into the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 285, 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 GTX 285.

Performance NVIDIA GeForce GTX 285 in Popular Games

We present test results showcasing the performance of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 285 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 GTX 285 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 GTX 285, for general information about it.

Place in performance rating: 530
Value for money (0-100): 9.84
Architecture: Tesla 2.0
Code name: GT200B
Type: Desktop
Release date: 23 December 2008 (12 years ago)
Launch price (MSRP): $359
Price now: $74 (0.2x MSRP)
Value for money: 2.25
GPU code name: GT200B
Market segment: Desktop

Technical specs

Characteristics that directly affect the performance of the video card NVIDIA GeForce GTX 285. Smaller process technology, higher clock frequencies, more threads and transistors are signs of a modern graphics card.

Pipelines: 240
Core clock speed: 648 MHz
Transistor count: 1,400 million
Manufacturing process technology: 55 nm
Power consumption (TDP): 204 Watt
Texture fill rate: 51.8 billion/sec
Floating-point performance: 708.5 gflops
Maximum GPU temperature: 105 °C
CUDA cores: 240
Pipelines / CUDA cores: 240
Number of transistors: 1,400 million
Thermal design power (TDP): 204 Watt

Compatibility, dimensions and requirements

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

Interface: PCIe 2.0 x16
Length: 10.5" (267 mm) (26.7 cm)
Supplementary power connectors: 2x 6-pin
SLI options: +
Height: 4.376" (111 mm) (11.1 cm)

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 GTX 285.

Memory type: GDDR3
Maximum RAM amount: 1 GB
Memory bus width: 512 Bit
Memory clock speed: 1242 MHz
Memory bandwidth: 159.0 GB/s

Video outputs and ports

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

Display Connectors: HDTVTwo Dual Link DVI
Multi monitor support: +
Maximum VGA resolution: 2048x1536
Audio input for HDMI: S/PDIF
HDMI: +

Technologies

Additional technologies that the vendor integrates into its devices. They do not directly affect the performance, but can have a nice addition to the graphics card functionality both in games and at work.

3D Vision: +
CUDA: +
High Dynamic-Range Lighting (HDRR): 128bit

API support

Supported by the video card NVIDIA GeForce GTX 285 API. The higher the version, the better performance in games.

DirectX: 11.1 (10_0)
OpenGL: 2.1
Vulkan: N/A
Shader Model: 4.0
OpenCL: 1.1

Overall gaming performance

Performance Testing Results The following tests display the FPS results for the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 285 across various screen resolutions, aligned with the recommendations provided by game developers. Benchmarking Note: Please note that the performance benchmarks for the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 285 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.

AMD equivalent

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NVIDIA GeForce GTX 285 in Benchmarks

The performance of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 285 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

AMD Radeon 550X
AMD Radeon 550X
7.24%
AMD Radeon PRO WX 2100
AMD Radeon PRO WX 2100
7.23%
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 285
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 285
7.17%
NVIDIA GeForce 940MX
NVIDIA GeForce 940MX
7.1%
AMD Radeon RX Vega 10
AMD Radeon RX Vega 10
7.04%

Passmark

AMD Radeon 550X
AMD Radeon 550X
1564
AMD Radeon PRO WX 2100
AMD Radeon PRO WX 2100
1562
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 285
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 285
1549
NVIDIA GeForce 940MX
NVIDIA GeForce 940MX
1534
AMD Radeon RX Vega 10
AMD Radeon RX Vega 10
1521
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