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NVIDIA Vanta LT

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Performance

We do not have performance data for the Vanta LT for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark.

Performance per dollar

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Specs at a glance
Memory8 MB SDR
Slots1 slot
TDP--
Release DateQ1 2000
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Summary

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About the NVIDIA Vanta LT GPU

The NVIDIA Vanta LT is an end-of-life desktop graphics card that released in Q1 2000. It is built on the Fahrenheit GPU microarchitecture (codename NV5) and is manufactured on a 250 nm process.

Memory

The Vanta LT has 8 MB of SDR memory, with a 100 MHz memory clock and a 64 bit interface. This gives it a memory bandwidth of 800 Mb/s, which affects how fast it can transfer data to and from memory. GPU memory stores temporary data that helps the GPU with complex math and graphics operations. More memory is generally better, as not having enough can cause performance bottlenecks.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The GPU operates at a core clock speed of 105 MHz. Complementing the processing units are 2 texture mapping units (TMUs) for efficient texture filtering and 2 render output units (ROPs) for pixel processing.

Compatibility & Power Consumption

The Vanta LT is a compact, low-profile graphics card that fits into 1 PCIe expansion slot. It supports VGA display connections. NVIDIA recommends a power supply of at least 200 W to handle the GPU's power consumption. Using a smaller power supply may result in system crashes and potentially damage your hardware.

General Info

General overview of the GPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoValue
ManufacturerNVIDIA
ArchitectureFahrenheit
Market SegmentDesktop
Release DateQ1 2000
Production StatusEnd-of-life
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Gaming Performance

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Our database does not have gaming performance data for the NVIDIA Vanta LT.

Benchmark Performance

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Our database does not have any benchmark data for the NVIDIA Vanta LT.

Technical Specs

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Processor Details

General information about the graphics processing unit like its architecture, manufacturing process size, and transistor count. Newer GPU architectures generally bring efficiency improvements and may introduce technologies that enhance graphical capabilities.

SpecValue
CodenameNV5
ArchitectureFahrenheit
Process Size250 nm
Transistors15 million

Board Compatibility

Compatibility information like its slot size, bus interface, power consumption, and display support. These specs are useful for verifying compatibility with your motherboard, power supply, and monitor.

SpecValue
Slots1 slot
Bus InterfaceAGP 2x
Suggested PSU200 W
OutputsVGA

Memory Details

Memory specifications like its capacity, bandwidth, and clock speeds. GPU memory stores graphics data like frames, textures, and shadows which helps display rendered images. These specs are crucial for graphics-intense applications like gaming and 3D modeling.

SpecValue
Memory Size8 MB
Memory TypeSDR
Memory Bandwidth800 Mb/s
Memory Clock100 MHz
Memory Interface64 bit

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can process graphics. Each type of core or component serves a specific computational purpose.

SpecValue
Texture Mapping Units (TMU)2
Render Output Units (ROP)2
Core Clock Speed105 MHz

Theoretical Performance

Theoretical performance numbers derived from the raw specifications of the different components like core count and clock speeds. While these provide a glimpse into peak processing power, they do not represent real-world performance.

SpecValue
Pixel Fill Rate210 MPixel/s
Texture Fill Rate210 MTexel/s

API Support

Graphics API versions supported by this graphics card. APIs evolve over time, introducing new features and functionalities. Older GPUs may not support recent versions.

SpecValue
DirectX6.0
OpenGL1.2

* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark and MSRP.