[mythtv-users] Video Memory -- How Much?

[Brad DerManouelian]

On Oct 18, 2006, at 11:59 AM, Jon Boehm wrote:

> Hi all,
>
> I'm looking at the nVidia 6200TC PCIE cards.  I see they come in 4  
> sizes 64,
> 128, 256, and 512.  In the product description they say "on board  
> 128MB
> Supporting 512MB."  I'm not sure if this implies its upgradeable to  
> 512MB or
> if is capable of expanding its vmem to 512 by sharing system memory.
>
> Regardless, how much vmem do I need for a future proof 1080p display?
>
> Thanks,
> Jon

The important piece is if the card has dual-link DVI since it is  
required for 1080p bandwidth. Without a dual-link DVI card and cable,  
you won't get 1080p on any display.