[ INDIVIDUAL COMPONENT // GRAPHICS PROCESSORS ]
ATI Radeon 9700 PRO
R300 desktop graphics card, 2002. This record describes this specific product, standard, or clearly identified family; it is not a claim that every product sold under a similar name shares these specifications.
IDENTIFICATION WARNING: Match the complete model/part number and revision to its label and manual. Family-level entries may cover revisions; values marked “common” are not guaranteed for every unit.
Specifications
| Catalog subcategory | AGP-era graphics cards |
|---|---|
| Catalog identity | ATI Radeon 9700 PRO |
| Era / family | R300 desktop graphics card, 2002 |
| Key specifications | AGP 8x; DirectX 9-class programmable shaders; 128 MB DDR on reference model; external power connector |
| Interfaces / mechanical | AGP voltage/keying, board dimensions, driver OS, and auxiliary PSU lead vary by board partner |
| Compatibility and variants | One of the first DirectX 9-class consumer cards; partner-board specifications may differ. |
| Use / service note | Inspect condition, revision markings, firmware or configuration, connectors, and any prior repair. For preservation, record photographs of labels and board markings before cleaning or disassembly. |
Identification & compatibility checks
- Photograph manufacturer, full model number, revision, serial/date codes, connector faces, and included brackets or cables before installation.
- Confirm electrical interface, connector pinout, physical dimensions, power requirements, firmware/driver support, and the host device’s documented compatibility.
- Do not infer compatibility from a shared brand, socket silhouette, connector shape, or marketing family name. Revisions and regional SKUs may differ.
- When a unit’s identity is uncertain, compare component markings against the manufacturer manual and avoid applying power until the pinout and condition are known.
Context & archival notes
One of the first DirectX 9-class consumer cards; partner-board specifications may differ.
Useful collection fields: exact model and revision; manufacture date; board/assembly identifiers; firmware; accessories; condition; known faults; source of acquisition; and the document revision used to verify this entry. Any measured result should include test setup and method.
Sources & further reading
- NVIDIA — GeForce specificationsPrimary or standards reference for this component family; confirm the full model number and revision.
- PCI-SIG — PCI Express specificationsPrimary or standards reference for this component family; confirm the full model number and revision.
- Retro_GPU_Universe — Test Retro Graphics Card: Radeon 9700 Pro 128 MB DDR AGPIndependent video review; treat as supplementary context, not primary manufacturer documentation.
Source notes point to standards bodies, manufacturers, or archival records. Some sources cover a family rather than this exact revision; the manufacturer datasheet/manual for the full part number takes precedence.