GALAX has detailed the GeForce RTX 5080 HOF Extreme, an enthusiast-focused card with Swarovski crystal accents, a four-fan cooler and two 12V-2×6 power connectors. The unusual layout is not designed to use both connectors at once: the sockets offer alternative cable positions, while the card’s overclocking mode raises its power target to 400W.
Key takeaways
- The HOF Extreme offers 400W OC mode and 360W Gaming mode.
- Its two 12V-2×6 sockets are alternative power inputs, not a combined connection.
- Hardware includes a 20+4-phase power design, four fans and Swarovski crystal embellishments.
- GALAX lists a China price of 19,999 yuan; availability elsewhere is unclear.
The dual-input arrangement is a notable design feature, but it should not be mistaken for a 1,200W configuration. GALAX says users do not need to connect both sockets simultaneously.
A flexible power layout, not dual-input operation
The RTX 5080 HOF Extreme has one 12V-2×6 socket in the usual position and another lower on the card, tucked behind the shroud near the PCIe connector. The alternative position is intended to give builders another option for cable routing and a cleaner-looking installation. The announced 400W OC power target is above the RTX 5080’s 360W reference specification, but remains within the capability of a single connector.
GALAX pairs the inputs with a custom PCB and a 20-phase GPU power delivery design plus four phases for GDDR7 memory. The card also includes a digital PWM controller, eFuse protection, dual BIOS and gold-plated connections.
Cooling and clock speeds
Cooling is handled by three 102mm fans and a smaller 92mm fan, along with a vapor chamber, eight heat pipes and a Honeywell PTM7950 thermal interface. The setup is aimed at keeping temperatures in check during sustained workloads and overclocking, though independent testing will be needed to establish temperatures and noise levels.
In OC mode, GALAX specifies a 2,805MHz boost clock and 400W TGP. Gaming mode uses a 2,655MHz boost clock and returns the card to the 360W reference power target. The company has not provided benchmark results, so the practical performance difference between modes remains to be seen.
Availability and pricing
GALAX’s China listing puts the HOF Extreme at 19,999 yuan, approximately US$2,995 at the reported exchange rate. The company has not confirmed pricing or availability for Western markets. Swarovski crystal details on the white shroud give the card a distinctive finish, but its high price and specialized design position it firmly as a limited, enthusiast-oriented product rather than a standard RTX 5080 option.
Via Galax