TECHNOLOGY

ASUS's Powerhouse Graphics Card: A Look at the ROG Matrix RTX 5090

Tue Aug 19 2025

ASUS has introduced a new graphics card to celebrate 30 years of its MATRIX series. The ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 5090 "30th Anniversary Edition" is packed with high-end features.

Design and Cooling

  • Striking Red and Black Design: Classic ASUS aesthetic.
  • Four Axial-Tech Fans: Three on the front, one on the back for optimized airflow.
  • Advanced Cooling System:
  • Vapor chamber and liquid metal TIM.
  • Enhanced heatsink with more fins for better cooling.
  • Premium PCB Design: Thick copper layer for improved heat dissipation and overclocking.

Performance and Power

  • Power Draw: Up to 800W.
  • Special Connector: Compatible with ASUS's BTF motherboards for a cleaner design.
  • Factory Overclock: 323 MHz, pushing the maximum clock speed to 2730 MHz.

Specifications

  • Dimensions: 357.6 x 149.3 x 76mm.
  • Slot Size: 3.8 slots.
  • Production: Limited to 1000 units.

ASUS has not yet revealed the price or availability, but given its exclusivity and high-end features, it is expected to be expensive.

questions

    If the RTX 5090 could talk, what would it say about its 3.8-slot form factor and the space it takes up in a PC case?
    How does the use of Liquid Metal TIM impact the lifespan and maintenance requirements of the graphics card compared to traditional thermal pastes?
    What are the potential trade-offs of using a 3 Oz Copper PCB layer in terms of cost, manufacturing complexity, and long-term reliability?

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