ASUS Republic of Gamers Unveils ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5080 Dhahab CORE OC Edition!

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced the ROG Astral GeForce RTX™ 5080 Dhahab CORE OC Edition graphics card, built to take style and performance to new frontiers. With the latest NVIDIA® GPU architecture, cutting-edge thermal design and a premium aesthetic, the ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5080 Dhahab CORE OC is built for gamers who want a PC that plays well and looks incredible doing it.

The gold standard of GeForce RTX 5080 performance

The ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5080 Dhahab CORE OC Edition harnesses NVIDIA’s latest Blackwell architecture, offering powerful fourth-gen ray tracing cores, DLSS 4 Super Resolution, Multi-Frame Generation, and Ray Reconstruction for ultra-smooth, high-quality gaming. With 1899 TOPS of AI performance and 16GB of high-speed GDDR7 memory, it’s built to handle demanding gaming and creative workloads alike. Its factory-overclocked 2760MHz core speed ensures top-tier performance across the board.

Looks fit for a king

Inspired by the look of a gold bar, the ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5080 Dhahab CORE OC boasts a shimmering finish, skyscraper-themed design, and refined calligraphy that add both elegance and intrigue. Beyond its striking appearance, the card is built with a robust diecast frame, shroud, and backplate, reinforcing its premium quality and the high standards set by ASUS’s ROG Astral lineup.

Cool enough for heavyweight gaming

The ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5080 Dhahab CORE OC Edition features the signature ROG Astral quad-fan system, delivering superior airflow and pressure compared to traditional tri-fan setups. It’s equipped with a patented vapor chamber and durable phase-change thermal pad that enhance cooling efficiency and longevity under intense workloads. Additionally, the MaxContact heatsink design expands the GPU heat spreader’s surface area by 5%, significantly improving thermal transfer performance.

Built to go the distance

The ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5080 Dhahab CORE OC is loaded with premium features, including 50-amp MOSFETs for efficient power delivery and a protective PCB coating to guard against moisture and debris. For added durability, ASUS includes a four-corner GPU Guard adhesive and a mounting bracket to keep the GPU securely in place. Built using ASUS’s Auto-Extreme Technology, which automates manufacturing in a single pass—this card minimizes thermal stress during production, resulting in greater reliability and long-term performance.

Easy control with GPU Tweak III

To unlock the full potential of the ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5080 Dhahab CORE OC Edition, users can turn to the ASUS GPU Tweak III app. This intuitive desktop software enables one-click overclocking, advanced performance tuning, and real-time system monitoring through a user-friendly interface.

GPU Tweak III also enhances safety with Power Detector+, which offers pin-by-pin monitoring of the 16-pin power connector to detect abnormal currents. Additional features include an onscreen display for live performance tracking and customizable alerts for system anomalies. To learn more about GPU Tweak III, click here.

Choosing the right power supply

To ensure stable performance for the ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5080 Dhahab CORE OC Edition, a high-powered PSU is essential. ASUS recommends the ROG Thor 1000W Platinum III, which uses GaN MOSFETs for energy efficiency and includes an intelligent voltage stabilizer for smooth, uninterrupted gameplay. It also features ROG heatsinks and 0dB technology to keep noise and temperatures low, with fans that shut off automatically when idle.

For systems with a power-hungry CPU and multiple peripherals, the ROG Thor 1200W Titanium III is a solid step up. To find the ideal PSU for your build, users can consult the ASUS PSU calculator.