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Asus ROG Matrix Platinum RTX 5090: A $4,000 GPU That Sold Out Instantly
11/25/2025, 11:15:26 AM
Overview of the ROG Matrix Platinum RTX 5090
Asus has launched its ROG Matrix Platinum RTX 5090, a high-end graphics card priced at $4,000. This limited-edition product, celebrating the company's 30th anniversary in the graphics card market, was produced in a mere 1,000 units and has already sold out. The card's price is significantly higher than the standard RTX 5090, which retails around $2,800, and even more so compared to the Founders Edition's MSRP of $2,000. However, it is still less expensive than the gold-plated RTX 5090 Dhahab OC, which was priced at approximately $7,000.
Technical Specifications and Performance
The ROG Matrix Platinum RTX 5090 is designed to draw up to 800 watts of power, requiring both a 12V-2x6 connector and a BTF graphics card power slot, typically found on higher-end Asus motherboards. This dual-connection setup is necessary to unlock the card's full potential. Tech YouTuber der8auer tested the card and reported a performance increase of about 10% over standard RTX 5090 models when utilizing the full power limit. However, this performance boost comes at the cost of increased power consumption, with the Matrix typically drawing between 680 to 730 watts under full load.
In practical gaming scenarios, the performance gains are modest. For instance, in "Star Wars Outlaws," the card achieved 98 fps compared to 89 fps with a standard RTX 5090, and in "Assassin's Creed Mirage," it went from 143 fps to 150 fps. Despite the impressive specifications, der8auer noted that the additional power consumption did not yield proportionate performance improvements, stating that the Matrix "always consumed about 26% more power, while it was only about 10% faster."
Design and Build Quality
The ROG Matrix Platinum RTX 5090 features a striking design with a large heatsink and four fans, weighing approximately 3.2 kg (7.1 lb) and measuring 370 x 150 x 77 mm (14.58 x 5.92 x 3.04 inches). Asus has equipped the card with an angle sensor to prevent sagging over time, a common concern for large GPUs. While the card's aesthetics and cooling system have received praise, der8auer criticized the liquid metal application, suggesting it would benefit from a barrier to prevent potential leakage.
Market Demand and Future Implications
The immediate sell-out of the ROG Matrix Platinum RTX 5090 indicates a strong demand for high-end graphics cards among enthusiasts, despite the steep price. As the card is currently unavailable through official channels, potential buyers may need to explore the second-hand market, where prices could exceed the original retail price of $4,000.
Criticism and Consumer Expectations
While the ROG Matrix Platinum RTX 5090 has been described as "pretty close to perfection" in terms of design and performance, some critics argue that for a product at this price point, higher expectations for flawless execution should be met. The modest performance gains relative to the significant power increase have led to discussions about the value proposition of such premium products in the gaming hardware market.
Verbatim Quotes
“Which presumably means if you want one, you might have to brave the second-hand market, where I can only assume lucky owners will be able to ask what they like for it, likely well above $4,000.” — PC Gamer
