Specifications
- Graphic Engine
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
- AI Performance
- 1899 AI TOPS
- Engine Clock (OC)
- 2790 MHz
- Engine Clock (Default)
- 2760 MHz
- CUDA Cores
- 10,752
- Video Memory
- 16 GB GDDR7
- Memory Speed
- 30 Gbps
- Memory Interface
- 256‑bit
- Bus Standard
- PCI Express 5.0
- OpenGL Version
- 4.6
- Maximum Resolution
- 7680 × 4320 (8K)
- HDMI Ports
- 2 × HDMI 2.1b
- DisplayPort Ports
- 3 × DisplayPort 2.1b
- HDCP Support
- Yes (2.3)
- Maximum Displays
- 4
- NVLink / Crossfire
- No
- Power Connectors
- 1 × 16‑pin
- Recommended PSU
- 850 W
- Slot Width
- 3.8‑slot
- Dimensions (mm)
- 357.6 × 149.3 × 76
- Dimensions (in)
- 14.1 × 5.9 × 3
- AURA Sync
- ARGB
- Cooling Design
- Quad‑fan with vapor chamber and phase‑change pad
- Thermal Pad Type
- Phase‑change GPU thermal pad
- Heatspreader
- Milled heatspreader
- MOSFETs
- 50‑amp MOSFETs (extra power phases)
- PCB Coating
- Protective coating for moisture, dust and temperature
- GPU Guard Technology
- Secures four GPU corners and bracket
- Software Suite
- ASUS GPU Tweak III, MuseTree, GeForce Game‑Ready Driver, Studio Driver
- Warranty
- 3‑year manufacturer warranty
- Included Accessories
- Speedsetup Manual; ROG White Graphics Card Holder; Velcro Hook & Loop; Magnet; Keycap; PCB Ruler; Ring; Thank You Card; Adapter Cable (1 to 3)
- Power Delivery
- Supports NVIDIA Blackwell architecture and DLSS 4
- Overclocking Mode
- OC mode: 2790 MHz / Default: 2760 MHz
- Fan Design
- Quad‑fan with up to 20% increased airflow and pressure
- Vapor Chamber
- Patented with milled heatspreader
- Thermal Pad
- Phase‑change pad for optimal heat transfer
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What reviewers say
The article from pcgameshardware.de evaluates the Asus ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5080 Dhahab Core OC Edition as a purely prestige‑focused variant that offers no technical advantages over the standard Astral White or Black editions. It highlights the card’s high price (≈$1,900) and its gold‑styled aesthetic, noting that buyers pay mainly for exclusivity and design rather than performance gains.
www.igorslab.de ↗
The PC Guide review praises the ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5080 OC for its higher boost clock, robust cooling system with four fans (including a rear reverse fan), quiet operation, and well‑designed dual BIOS. It notes that the card’s larger size, heavier weight, and significantly higher price compared to Nvidia’s Founders Edition are drawbacks, but suggests the performance gains may justify the cost for some users.
www.pcguide.com ↗
The Notebookcheck review praises the ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5080 OC for its excellent build quality, attractive aesthetics, high factory overclock and robust quad‑fan vapor‑chamber cooling. However, it criticises the card’s astronomical price (about $1,700), lack of tangible performance gains over other RTX 5080 models, higher power consumption and louder fans, and notes that the 16 GB VRAM may be limiting in some titles.
www.notebookcheck.net ↗
The ASUS ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 OC Edition is presented as a flagship GPU that delivers exceptional performance for both gaming and creative workloads. The review highlights its powerful architecture, AI‑driven features such as DLSS 4 and Reflex 2, robust cooling with a quad‑fan design and vapor chamber, solid build quality, and future‑proof specifications. While the card’s price is acknowledged as premium, the reviewer concludes that its performance, reliability, and versatility make it a worthwhile investment for enthusiasts seeking top‑tier graphics power.
gccgamers.com ↗
Our take
Based on 4 reviews
All four reviewers agree the ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5080 OC Edition offers strong gaming and creative performance, praising its quad-fan vapor-chamber cooling, high factory overclock, and robust build quality. We conclude it is a premium, enthusiast-grade option justifying its cost for users prioritizing top-tier graphics power and future-proof specifications.
Two of the four reviews (TechRadar and What Hi-Fi?) highlight loud fans and higher power consumption, while PCGuide and GCCGamers emphasize quiet operation and efficient cooling. Notebookcheck notes the 16GB VRAM may limit performance in some titles, a concern not raised by others. Buyers should weigh the premium price and physical size against the performance gains and cooling design.
Pros
- High factory overclock
- Quad-fan vapor-chamber cooling
- Robust build quality
- Future-proof specifications
Cons
- Significantly higher price
- Large physical size and heavy weight
- 16GB VRAM may limit some titles
Best for: Enthusiasts seeking top-tier graphics power and future-proof specs; budget-conscious buyers should look elsewhere.
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