ASUS ROG Astral LC GeForce RTX 5090
Best extreme performance for dedicated gaming enthusiasts.
Experience unparalleled graphical performance with this advanced graphics card. Featuring a robust 360mm AIO liquid cooling system, it ensures optimal thermal management for sustained high-level operation. This OC Edition card is engineered to achieve the highest GPU boost clocks, delivering exceptional speed and responsiveness for demanding games and professional applications. With 32GB of GDDR7 memory, it provides ample capacity and bandwidth for complex tasks and immersive visual experiences. Its cutting-edge design and cooling technology represent the pinnacle of graphics processing power.
$3299.99
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Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
138
/ 2092
#138 in Desktop GPU
Price vs Category Average
+139%
Above average
GPU Series
50
/ NVIDIA GeForce RTX Series
Who it's for
- Enthusiast gamers seeking the ultimate competitive edge.
- Power users demanding stable, high-frequency operation without thermal throttling.
- PC builders valuing elite aesthetics and cohesive system control.
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious consumers needing high performance without extreme cost.
- Users with older power supplies or limited electrical infrastructure.
- Builders with compact cases or limited internal PC space.
Performance breakdown
Thermal Management
The 360mm liquid loop keeps temperatures remarkably low under heavy loads.
Raw Compute Power
Unmatched processing capability for the most demanding gaming and creative workflows.
Memory Bandwidth
Next-gen GDDR7 memory handles massive datasets and complex textures with ease.
Overclocking Headroom
Factory-tuned settings push performance limits right out of the box.
System Integration
Large liquid cooler requires significant chassis space for proper installation.
Future Proofing
PCIe 5.0 support ensures compatibility with upcoming high-speed hardware standards.
Key Specs
GPU Series
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series
Memory Size
32GB GDDR7
Cooling Type
360mm AIO Liquid Cooler
Interface Type
PCI Express 5.0
Video Memory
32 GB
Output Ports
USB-C, HDMI, DisplayPort
Chipset Manufacturer
NVIDIA
VR Ready
False
Know before you buy
Because this card uses an integrated 360mm radiator, you will need a PC case that supports a triple-fan radiator mount. Ensure your chassis has enough clearance for both the GPU itself and the radiator assembly before purchasing.
While 32GB is more than most current games require, it offers significant headroom for future-proofing, high-resolution texture packs, and intensive professional workloads like 3D rendering or video editing.
The 360mm AIO is a closed-loop system, meaning it is maintenance-free and does not require refilling or custom loop assembly. It is designed to provide consistent thermal performance right out of the box without user intervention.
The ASUS ROG Astral LC utilizes a PCI Express 5.0 interface. While it is backward compatible with older PCIe slots, you will need a motherboard that supports PCIe 5.0 to take full advantage of the card's maximum bandwidth.
The OC Edition indicates that this card has been factory-tested and binned to run at higher boost clock speeds than the standard reference specifications. This provides a slight performance edge in demanding applications without you needing to manually overclock the card.
While this card possesses the raw power to handle high-end VR, it is not officially marketed as 'VR Ready' by the manufacturer. However, its high-performance specifications are more than capable of driving demanding virtual reality headsets.
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