Best Overall
Asus Prime NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070
Best for: 1440p high-refresh gaming
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Fastest Available · Graphics Cards
ASUS GeForce RTX 5090
The RTX 5090 is the fastest consumer graphics card there is, full stop. With 32GB of VRAM it's as much a workstation card for AI and 3D rendering as it is a gaming GPU, but be prepared for the extreme pricing.
- Brand
- ASUS
- Best for
- Enthusiasts, 4K/8K gaming, AI and 3D work
- Price range
- Flagship
- Our score
- 8.0/10
Key specifications
| Architecture | Blackwell |
|---|---|
| VRAM | 32GB GDDR7 |
| Memory bus | 512-bit |
| Total board power | 575W |
| Outputs | HDMI 2.1b, DisplayPort 2.1b |
Strengths and weaknesses
Pros
- Unmatched performance
- Huge 32GB frame buffer
- Ideal for local AI models
Cons
- Very expensive
- Enormous power draw needs a 1000W PSU
Verdict
The RTX 5090 is the fastest consumer graphics card there is, full stop. With 32GB of VRAM it's as much a workstation card for AI and 3D rendering as it is a gaming GPU, but be prepared for the extreme pricing. It earns our Fastest Available award in our guide to the best graphics cards.
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Best for 1440p Ultra
Gigabyte GeForce RTX 5070 Ti
Best for: Maxed-out 1440p and 4K with DLSS
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