PNY Technologies, Inc.
PNY Technologies, Inc. Quadro 3800 workstation graphics card 1 GB GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16
Workstation graphics card with 1 GB GDDR3 memory and PCI Express 2.0 x16 interface
- InterfacePCI Express 2.0 x16
- Chipset ManufacturerNVIDIA
- GPU3800
- Memory TypeGDDR3
- OpenGLOpenGL
- DisplayPortYes
- Professional 3D performance driven by the NVIDIA Quadro 3800 GPU
- 1 GB GDDR3 memory handles large textures and complex scenes
- PCI Express 2.0 x16 interface delivers high bandwidth to the workstation
- Dual-Link DVI plus DisplayPort support dual high-resolution monitors
- Certified drivers ensure stability in CAD, DCC and scientific applications
Professional workstation graphics card
The PNY Quadro 3800 is a workstation-class graphics card built for professional applications. It provides 1 GB of GDDR3 memory and connects through a PCI Express 2.0 x16 interface. This card suits engineers, designers and technical users who need certified driver stability for CAD, DCC and visualisation workflows.
Sustained load behaviour
The GDDR3 frame buffer and GPU 3800 architecture deliver consistent throughput during extended rendering or simulation sessions. Workstation drivers prioritise accuracy over raw frame-rate, so output quality remains stable across long compute tasks. The PCI Express 2.0 x16 link supplies enough bandwidth for typical model sizes without becoming a bottleneck.
Upgrade context
This card replaces ageing workstation GPUs that lack DisplayPort and dual-link DVI outputs. The jump is worthwhile when legacy hardware cannot drive modern high-resolution panels or when certified OpenGL support is required for current software releases. It is not suited for users who need larger frame buffers or newer API feature sets.
Highlights
- Professional 3D performance driven by the NVIDIA Quadro 3800 GPU
- 1 GB GDDR3 memory handles large textures and complex scenes
- PCI Express 2.0 x16 interface delivers high bandwidth to the workstation
- Dual-Link DVI plus DisplayPort support dual high-resolution monitors
- Certified drivers ensure stability in CAD, DCC and scientific applications
Specifications
| Brand | PNY |
|---|---|
| Interface | PCI Express 2.0 x16 |
| Chipset Manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| GPU | 3800 |
| Memory Type | GDDR3 |
| OpenGL | OpenGL |
| DisplayPort | Yes |
| DVI | Yes |
| Dual-Link DVI Supported | Yes |
Questions about this item
How much heat and power does the Quadro 3800 produce when running all day?
The card draws power through the PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot and its on-board fan exhausts heat from the GDDR3 memory and GPU during continuous operation.
What must my workstation already have for this Quadro 3800 to work?
A free PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot and a monitor with either a DisplayPort or dual-link DVI input are required.
Will the Quadro 3800 run alongside my older PCI Express 1.0 cards?
Yes, the PCI Express 2.0 x16 interface is backward compatible with PCI Express 1.0 slots, though bandwidth will be limited to the older standard.
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