ASUS Prime GeForce RTX 5080 EVO OC 16GB GDDR7 Graphics Card

The ASUS Prime GeForce RTX 5080 EVO OC is a premium triple-fan graphics card built around NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5080 GPU, packing 10752 CUDA cores and 16 GB of GDDR7 memory across a 256-bit interface running at 30 Gbps. Its SFF-Ready 2.5-slot footprint makes it one of the more compact options in the high-end enthusiast segment, expanding compatibility to a wider range of small-form-factor and mid-tower chassis. At the heart of the cooling solution are three Axial-Tech fans, each redesigned with a smaller hub to allow for longer blades and a barrier ring that channels airflow downward with greater pressure. This translates to lower operating temperatures and reduced noise compared to conventional fan designs. All three fans leverage 0dB Technology: below 50 °C they stop entirely for near-silent operation during light workloads, resuming automatically above 55 °C and following a carefully tuned speed curve thereafter. ASUS further refines thermal performance with MaxContact technology, a precision manufacturing process that increases heatsink-to-GPU contact area by 5% relative to conventional designs — contributing up to a 2 °C temperature reduction. A phase-change GPU thermal pad melts to conform perfectly to surface irregularities between the die and thermal module, maximising conductivity under sustained load. Backplate vents on both the protective metal backplate and the shroud provide additional exhaust pathways to fight thermal throttling during extended sessions. Longevity is addressed throughout: dual-ball fan bearings offer roughly twice the operational lifespan of sleeve-bearing alternatives, while ASUS Auto-Extreme automated soldering completes all PCB connections in a single pass to reduce thermal stress on components. GPU Guard adhesive secures all four die corners, and a GPU mounting bracket ensures uniform pressure across the socket. The card ships with a Dual BIOS switch, letting you toggle between Performance mode — where fans ramp aggressively to maintain the lowest possible core temperatures — and Quiet mode, which applies a gentler fan curve while preserving the same boost-clock ceiling. GPU Tweak III software provides real-time monitoring and fine-grained tuning of clock speeds, fan curves, and power limits. Verified Specifications: • GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 • CUDA Cores: 10752 • Memory: 16 GB GDDR7, 256-bit, 30 Gbps • Boost Clock: OC mode 2685 MHz / Default mode 2655 MHz • Interface: PCIe 5.0 • Display Outputs: HDMI + DisplayPort (up to 4 displays, 7680 × 4320 max resolution) • Power Connector: 1 × 16-pin • Recommended PSU: 850 W • DirectX: 12 Ultimate | OpenGL: 4.6 • Slot Width: 2.5 slots • Warranty: 3 Years