EVGA e-GeForce 9600 GT KO - graphics adapter - GF 9600 GT - 512 MB

Intro: The eVGA E-GeForce 9600 GT KO is a 512 MB, mainstream 3D card.Compared to other mainstream 3D display cards on the market, it is midpriced at around $195.

Noteworthy Features: Is built around a nVidia GeForce 9600 GT chipset, which is somewhat more advanced than some similarly priced display cards.In fact, the typical cost of a product with this advanced a chipset is $310.Also, this graphics card has a PCI express 2.0 x16 interface, which is somewhat faster than some similarly priced display cards.

Weaker Features: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: A mainstream 3D graphics card, suited for the casual gamer, and those who do not need the latest 3D card on the market.This card supports DirectX 10 technology, used in Microsoft's Windows Vista OS, and is the new technology for the upcoming generation of high-performance games.

Value: Overall, this graphics card has great features for the money.

Suggestions: (1) This card has DVI-out to connect to similarly enabled flat panel or plasma monitors and produce a clearer picture than does analog-to-digital conversion.(2) For Editor's Reviews of the latest graphics cards, visit the graphics and sound section of CNET's website.

GPU Performance: This card is compatible with the new rendering features of DirectX 10, which is featured in the Windows Vista operating system.

Vista Capability: This is a modern video card capable of running all the new features in Windows Vista, including the upcoming DirectX 10.