Voodoo Graphics 4 MB

VoodooVoodoo1DesktopEDO1996

Key Metrics

Architecture
Voodoo
Launch Date
1996-10-07
Memory
4 MB EDO
Memory Bandwidth
0.8 GB/s
TDP/TBP
15 W
Interface
PCI
Process Node
500 nm
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Why It Mattered

3dfx Voodoo Graphics helped define consumer 3D acceleration as a dedicated PCI add-in card for Glide-era PC games. It is important in the wiki because it marks the point where separate 3D accelerators became a mainstream enthusiast upgrade.

Known Issues

Imported from a derived specification index. Verify exact board behavior, driver support, pass-through cables, and Glide or MiniGL compatibility against primary manuals and period reviews before relying on this entry for buying or repair decisions.

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Sources reviewed: 2026-06-29

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