GALAX has officially launched its highly anticipated GeForce RTX 5090D V2 HOF OC Lab Plus-X Edition graphics card, exclusively for the Chinese market. This premium offering is tailored for extreme overclockers and enthusiasts, boasting top-tier components and a design focused on pushing performance boundaries. The card features the latest GDDR7 memory and is engineered to set new overclocking records.
Key Takeaways
- GALAX releases the RTX 5090D V2 HOF OC Lab Plus-X Edition in China.
- The card features 24GB of GDDR7 memory.
- It is designed for extreme overclocking with enhanced power delivery.
- Pricing starts around $3,595 USD for variants, with the top XOC LE model at approximately $4,120 USD.
- The RTX 5090D series addresses potential power delivery concerns with dual 12V-2×6 connectors.
A Flagship for Overclockers
The GALAX RTX 5090D V2 HOF OC Lab Plus-X Edition is built with the best pre-binned GB202 GPU dies and GDDR7 memory modules. This card is aimed at the upper echelon of PC enthusiasts, particularly those focused on extreme overclocking. The Hall of Fame (HOF) series is renowned for its performance and design, and this iteration continues that legacy.
Enhanced Power and Cooling
A significant feature of this card, and the RTX 5090D series in general, is the implementation of dual 12V-2×6 power connectors. This design aims to provide more stable and robust power delivery, potentially mitigating issues seen with previous high-end GPUs. The card also incorporates advanced cooling systems to manage the significant heat generated during intensive overclocking sessions, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.
Performance and Pricing
While the standard RTX 5090D features 32GB of VRAM, this V2 Plus-X Edition comes with 24GB of GDDR7 memory. It also features slightly lower GPU clocks and power limits compared to its siblings, with a TDP of 575W. The GALAX RTX 5090D V2 HOF OC Lab Plus-X Edition is priced around $3,595 USD, with other variants like the “OC LAB” at approximately $3,582 USD. The top-tier XOC Limited Edition variant, featuring twin 12V-2×6 power inputs, is priced at around $4,120 USD and has already set multiple overclocking world records.
Market Specifics and Future Outlook
This release is exclusive to the Chinese market, reflecting the ongoing geopolitical landscape that has influenced the availability of certain high-end NVIDIA GPUs in specific regions. There are discussions about potential limitations on GB202 “Blackwell” GPU die shipments to China, which could impact the future production of custom RTX 5090D cards.
Via VideoCardz
