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Notebookcheck's PugetBench creator tests show Apple's M5 Pro and M5 Max outperform the mobile GeForce RTX 5090 across Adobe apps and DaVinci Resolve, with the MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max) delivering the strongest GPU-driven scores while the 14-inch model trails behind due to its smaller GPU configuration.
A leak reveals Asus's ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026), an 18-inch gaming laptop with a 4K Mini LED display (3840×2400, 240 Hz, 100% DCI-P3) paired with Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus and Nvidia RTX 5090; it’s heavier (+~430 g), uses a new 450 W adapter, and is expected to launch between April and June 2026 with pricing undisclosed.
A heavily overclocked NVIDIA RTX 5090 (1350 W) was saved from damage by an ASRock PSU's thermal sensor during a benchmark, preventing a potential meltdown, though the incident caused some hardware discoloration and reduced performance.
A Reddit user reported that his NVIDIA RTX 5090's 16-pin power connector caught fire and was severely burned, raising safety concerns as such failures are rare and dangerous, despite using a certified PSU and proper cables.
ASUS has confirmed that the misaligned 16-pin power connector on the ROG Matrix RTX 5090 is part of the original product design, leading to connectivity issues and leaving users with limited options, including returning the product, as ASUS refuses to address the flaw.
A GPU repair specialist criticizes the NVIDIA RTX 5090 Founders Edition for its flawed and fragile design, particularly highlighting the small, hard-to-replace PCIe connector that is easily damaged and unavailable for replacement, leading to the recommendation not to buy or modify this GPU.
The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 OC 32GB graphics card is now available at its original launch price of $1,999 at Walmart, making it the most powerful consumer GPU with significant performance improvements and the highest VRAM among gaming cards, after a period of high prices and scarcity.
Asus is launching a high-end ProArt P16 creator laptop featuring a $4,000 price tag, equipped with Nvidia RTX 5090 GPU and a bright 4K tandem OLED touchscreen, targeting creative professionals with premium specs and a portable design, available mid-October in international markets and December in the US.
Acer is unveiling new gaming laptops at IFA 2025, including the high-end Predator Helios 18P with a 4K 120Hz Mini LED display, up to an RTX 5090 GPU, and Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX processor, starting at 4,999 euros, along with more affordable Nitro V 16 models.
During the Labor Day Sale, Alienware has discounted its flagship Area-51 gaming PC with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 to $4,399.99, the lowest price ever, offering top-tier gaming performance with the most powerful GPU on the market and high-end specs, making it a highly competitive option for gaming enthusiasts.
NVIDIA's Hot Chips 2025 presentation focused on the upcoming RTX 5090 and the Blackwell architecture, emphasizing advancements in neural rendering, AI integration, and memory technology. The new architecture aims to enhance machine learning performance, efficiency, and scalability across data centers and mobile devices, with features like shader execution reordering, FP4 ML compute, GDDR7 memory, and support for simultaneous AI and graphics workloads, paving the way for more realistic graphics and AI-powered gaming experiences.
ASUS has unveiled the ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 5090 30th Anniversary Limited Edition, celebrating 30 years of graphics card innovation with a high-performance, aesthetically striking design featuring advanced cooling and lighting, and offering a chance to win this exclusive card through a virtual event.
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 GPU has seen a significant price drop, with the ASUS TUF Gaming edition now available at the official MSRP of $1999 on Best Buy, indicating improved availability and decreasing prices for high-end GPUs.
The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card, after months of high prices, has seen a significant price reduction in the US and UK, making it more accessible for high-end gaming, though it remains expensive and power-hungry.
Asus demonstrated that its new Back to the Future (BTF) GPU power connector can safely handle over 2,600W, significantly exceeding the RTX 5090's stock power draw, and potentially reducing fire hazards associated with traditional power cables. The test showed the BTF connector maintained safe temperatures even under extreme overclocking conditions, suggesting a promising future for safer, cableless GPU power solutions.