Nvidia’s Titan: The RTX 5090

Nvidia has once again shattered expectations with its GeForce RTX 5090, cementing its status as the most powerful consumer graphics card on the market. But with various models available, which one reigns supreme? If you're willing to splurge for top performance, MSI's water-cooled RTX 5090 Suprim Liquid SOC, priced at a whopping $2500, might just be your answer.

What Makes the Suprim Liquid SOC Stand Out?

Despite its eye-watering price—25% above the MSRP—this graphics card promises exceptional performance straight out of the box. But is it worth the extra cash? We dive deep into its performance metrics, thermal profiles, noise levels, and overclocking potential to find out if this ultra-premium offering truly delivers.

Benchmarking Brilliance

We've rigorously tested the Suprim Liquid, comparing it against the original 5090 Founders Edition under various gaming scenarios. Our benchmarks evaluated both ray tracing and rasterized performance across different resolutions to gauge how this powerhouse holds up in demanding gaming environments. Unlike the compact Founders Edition, the Suprim Liquid boasts a robust 360mm radiator, which significantly affects its size and installation.

Design and Features: A Behemoth of Cooling

The Suprim Liquid is not your average graphics card—its imposing dimensions (280x148x51mm) and weight (just under 3 kg) make it a substantial addition to any build, and the radiator adds even more heft (394x121x55mm). This means you’ll likely need a spacious case, as many small form factor (SFF) cases simply won’t accommodate it.

Power and Performance: A Deep Dive

In terms of power consumption, this beast operates at 575W in silent mode and maxes out at 600W when in gaming mode, easily feeding off high-end ATX 3.0+ power supplies. Its connectivity suite includes a standard HDMI 2.1 port and three DisplayPort 2.1b ports, supporting cutting-edge 4K 240Hz HDR displays without the need for compression.

Specifications Breakdown

Here’s a quick look at how the MSI 5090 LS stacks up against the competition: - **MSI 5090 LS**: 21,760 Cores, Boost Clock 2.58 GHz, Memory Bandwidth 1,792 GB/s, TGP 600W, Price $2499 - **Nvidia 5090 FE**: 21,760 Cores, Boost Clock 2.41 GHz, Memory Bandwidth 1,792 GB/s, TGP 575W, Price $1999 With gaming mode enabling a modest 7% boost to core clocks, the need for overclocking is evident but rewarding.

Unleashing the Beast: Overclocking Potential

Utilizing the top-tier AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D along with 32GB of Corsair Vengeance DDR5-6000 memory and a 1000W Corsair PSU, we’ve laid the perfect foundation for testing the Suprim Liquid’s prowess. As we navigate through our benchmarks, one question remains: can this card deliver unrivaled performance worthy of its premium price tag?

Conclusion: Is the Suprim Liquid SOC Worth It?

The MSI GeForce RTX 5090 Suprim Liquid SOC stands as a testament to what cutting-edge technology can achieve. If you're on the hunt for a cooling solution that balances performance and aesthetics—and if you're ready to invest significantly—this graphics card could be your ultimate gaming companion. Get ready to take your gaming experience to heights you've never imagined!