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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£3,260
  • Avg. price in US: ~$3,200
  • VRAM: 24 GB
  • Memory bus width: 384 bit
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP): 450 W

ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum review. Compare 118 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among graphics cards and if it is worth buying.

8.4

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the graphics card's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best graphics cards on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

8.4

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Excellent
8.4

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

9.2

Performance

24.0%

8.5

Memory

12.0%

4.4

Power & Cooling

11.0%

9.8

Platform & Features

5.0%

6.7

Design

4.0%

9.4

Connectivity & Media

Excellent
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 9.3
    Gaming

    Score components:

    45.0%

    10

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    7.6

    VRAM

    20.0%

    10

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    8.8

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 9.1
    Video editing

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    AV1 encode

    30.0%

    7.6

    VRAM

    20.0%

    10

    Floating-point performance

    15.0%

    8.8

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 9.3
    1080p

    Score components:

    55.0%

    10

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    7.6

    VRAM

    10.0%

    10

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    8.8

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 9.2
    1440p

    Score components:

    50.0%

    10

    Floating-point performance

    30.0%

    7.6

    VRAM

    15.0%

    10

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    8.8

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 9.1
    4K

    Score components:

    40.0%

    10

    Floating-point performance

    35.0%

    7.6

    VRAM

    20.0%

    10

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    8.8

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

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Verdict

The Asus ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum is an enthusiast-tier graphics card based on the Ada Lovelace architecture, featuring 16,384 CUDA cores and 24GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit interface. It is distinguished by being the first production card to use a liquid metal thermal compound on the GPU die, paired with a massive 360mm AIO liquid cooling system and a binned chip that delivers a market-leading boost clock of up to 2700 MHz (OC mode). Key pros include its unmatched thermal efficiency, extreme factory overclocking potential, and premium build quality with a unique industrial aesthetic. However, notable cons include its exceptionally high price—often double the MSRP of standard models—the significant physical space required for its radiator, and the lack of DisplayPort 2.1 support.

Technical Specifications of ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

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Performance

24.0%

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Memory

12.0%

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Power & Cooling

11.0%

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Platform & Features

5.0%

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Design

4.0%

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Connectivity & Media

8.4
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a technical score of 8.38 points, which is higher than that of 87.5% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you prefer a graphics card that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
1.0
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 55.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

8.4

Overall score

40.0%

1.0

Price

6.2
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.2 points, which is lower than 75.6% of products in this category.
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Time Spy, a synthetic DirectX 12 test often used as a quick gaming-performance reference.
When it matters: When you need a fast rough performance sort before digging into game-specific reviews and frame-rate data.

Importance: LOW

37,789 points
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum scores 37789 points in 3DMark Time Spy, which is higher than 97.4% of graphics cards.
3DMark Port Royal score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Port Royal, a synthetic test focused on ray tracing performance.
When it matters: When ray tracing matters in the games you actually play and you want one quick way to separate stronger and weaker RT cards.

Importance: LOW

26,681 points
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum scores 26681 points in 3DMark Port Royal, which is higher than 97.6% of graphics cards.
PassMark (G3D) result
What it is: Overall GPU performance score in PassMark G3D benchmark
When it matters: When you need one broad score to sort cards into rough performance tiers.

Importance: LOW

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PassMark (DirectCompute) result
What it is: PassMark score for DirectCompute performance tests
When it matters: When compute workloads matter alongside gaming performance.

Importance: LOW

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Floating-point performance
What it is: Theoretical floating-point compute performance of the GPU.
When it matters: When rendering, AI, or heavy compute work needs strong single-precision throughput.

Importance: LOW

88.48 TFLOPS
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum delivers 88.48 TFLOPS floating-point performance, which is higher than that of 97.1% of graphics cards.
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VRAM
What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card
When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

Importance: HIGH

24 GB
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has 24 GB of VRAM, which is more than 91.1% of graphics cards and equal to 5.6% of graphics cards.
Memory type
What it is: Type of graphics memory used (GDDR6, HBM2e, etc.)
When it matters: When memory technology is part of the buying decision because it affects bandwidth class, power use, and product positioning.

Importance: LOW

GDDR6X
GDDR version
What it is: Generation of GDDR memory used by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you want to separate older memory generations from newer ones before comparing bandwidth, power behavior, and market tier.

Importance: LOW

GDDR6X
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum uses GDDR6X memory, which is newer than on 55.8% of graphics cards and equal to 22.6% of graphics cards.
Memory bus width
What it is: Width of the memory interface bus in bits
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance at higher resolutions, heavier texture settings, or ray-traced workloads that stress memory traffic.

Importance: HIGH

384 bit
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum uses a 384 bit memory bus, which is wider than that of 89.3% of graphics cards and equal to that of 7.3% of graphics cards.
Maximum memory bandwidth
What it is: Maximum data transfer rate between GPU and its memory
When it matters: When 4K gaming, ray tracing, or creator work can choke a slower memory subsystem.

Importance: HIGH

1,008 GB/s
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum reaches 1008 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is higher than that of 93.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2.8% of graphics cards.
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PCI Express (PCIe) version
What it is: Version of PCI Express interface supported
When it matters: When you are pairing the card with an older motherboard and want to avoid leaving bandwidth or future compatibility on the table.

Importance: LOW

4.0
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum supports PCIe 4.0, which is newer than on 22.5% of graphics cards and equal to 52% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
What it is: Number of PCI Express lanes used for communication
When it matters: When limited lane width could bottleneck the card in some systems.

Importance: LOW

x16
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum uses x16 PCIe lanes, which is more than 31.5% of graphics cards and equal to 68.6% of graphics cards.
DirectX version
What it is: Highest supported DirectX API version
When it matters: When you play newer Windows games that depend on the latest graphics features.

Importance: LOW

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Vulkan version
What it is: Highest supported Vulkan API version
When it matters: When modern games, emulators, or creative apps lean on Vulkan support.

Importance: LOW

1.4
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum supports Vulkan 1.4, which is more advanced than on 26.6% of graphics cards and equal to 73.4% of graphics cards.
OpenGL version
What it is: Highest supported OpenGL API version
When it matters: When older games or pro apps still depend on OpenGL compatibility.

Importance: LOW

4.6
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum supports OpenGL 4.6, which is more advanced than on 4.8% of graphics cards and equal to 95.2% of graphics cards.
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Max displays supported
What it is: Total number of external displays supported simultaneously
When it matters: When you run a multi-monitor desk for sim racing, trading, or editing.

Importance: LOW

4
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum supports up to 4 displays, which is more than 7.8% of graphics cards and equal to 89.2% of graphics cards.
Max digital resolution
What it is: Maximum supported digital display resolution
When it matters: When you plan to drive 4K or 8K panels at their native resolution.

Importance: LOW

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DisplayPort outputs
What it is: Number of DisplayPort video outputs
When it matters: When your setup needs several high-refresh monitors without adapters.

Importance: LOW

3
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum offers 3 DisplayPort outputs, which is more than 20.9% of graphics cards and equal to 77.3% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
What it is: Version of DisplayPort standard supported
When it matters: When your monitor setup depends on newer DisplayPort features for higher refresh rates, higher resolution, or better cable flexibility.

Importance: LOW

1.4a
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum supports DisplayPort 1.4a, which is more advanced than on 22.7% of graphics cards and equal to 44.2% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort link rates
What it is: Supported data link rates for DisplayPort connections
When it matters: When you are pushing high resolution and refresh rate over DisplayPort.

Importance: LOW

8.1 Gbps
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum supports DisplayPort link rates up to 8.1 Gbps, which is slower than on 50.4% of graphics cards and equal to 40.5% of graphics cards.
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Thermal Design Power (TDP)
What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)
When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.

Importance: MEDIUM

450 W
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a TDP of 450 W, which is higher than that of 94% of graphics cards and equal to that of 3% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
What it is: Peak power draw of the graphics card under maximum load.
When it matters: When transient-heavy gaming loads could stress your power supply.

Importance: LOW

600 W
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum draws 600 W under peak load, which is higher than 99.1% of graphics cards and equal to 0.8% of graphics cards.
Recommended PSU wattage
What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply
When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.

Importance: LOW

1,000 W
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum recommends a 1000 W PSU, which is higher than that of 95.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 4.3% of graphics cards.
Board power limit
What it is: Maximum configurable power limit for the GPU board
When it matters: When you care about how far the card can be pushed through tuning or factory power settings.

Importance: LOW

600 W
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a board power limit of 600 W, which is higher than that of 97.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2.6% of graphics cards.
PCIe power spec
What it is: PCIe power delivery specification followed
When it matters: When you are checking whether the slot and external cables match the card's intended power-delivery standard.

Importance: LOW

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Size
What it is: Physical size of the GPU card
When it matters: When you need the card to fit a compact case without blocking nearby hardware.

Importance: LOW

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Length
What it is: Physical length of the GPU card
When it matters: When front radiators or drive cages leave only limited GPU clearance.

Importance: LOW

286.5 mm
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum is 286.5 mm long, which is longer than 50.5% of graphics cards and equal in length to 0.2% of graphics cards.
Height
What it is: Physical height of the GPU card
When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.

Importance: LOW

148.3 mm
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum is 148.3 mm tall, which is taller than 90.5% of graphics cards.
Slot width
What it is: Number of PCIe slots occupied by the card
When it matters: When you need room for another PCIe card or better airflow under the GPU.

Importance: LOW

2.5 slot/s
ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum occupies 2.5 slot/s, which is wider than 53.2% of graphics cards and equal in width to 11.7% of graphics cards.
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the graphics card
When it matters: When sag, bracket support, or shipping stress matters in your build.

Importance: LOW

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ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum vs the average graphics card

  • 88 more compute units
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has more compute units than the average graphics card (128 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    What it is: Total number of shader multiprocessors or compute units
    When it matters: When you want a better sense of the GPU's overall parallel hardware resources before relying on game benchmarks alone.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has more compute units than the average graphics card (128 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.128 vs 40
  • 80 more ray tracing cores
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has more ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (128 vs 48). The average graphics card has 48 ray tracing cores.
    What it is: Number of dedicated ray tracing processing cores or units
    When it matters: When you care about ray-traced lighting, reflections, and shadows in newer games.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has more ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (128 vs 48). The average graphics card has 48 ray tracing cores.128 vs 48
  • 2.25x higher memory bandwidth
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (1,008 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
    What it is: Maximum data transfer rate between GPU and its memory
    When it matters: When 4K gaming, ray tracing, or creator work can choke a slower memory subsystem.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (1,008 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.1008 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
  • 12 GB more VRAM
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has more VRAM than the average graphics card (24 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card
    When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has more VRAM than the average graphics card (24 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.24 GB vs 12 GB
  • 6.8% higher boost clock speed
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (2,670 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
    What it is: Maximum boost frequency the GPU can reach under load
    When it matters: When you want a rough idea of peak advertised frequency, while knowing real sustained clocks still depend on cooling and power limits.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (2,670 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.2670 MHz vs 2500 MHz
  • 112 more ROPs
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has more ROPs than the average graphics card (176 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
    What it is: Total number of render output units on the GPU
    When it matters: When you want more context on pixel output capacity, especially for high-resolution play and older raster-heavy engines.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has more ROPs than the average graphics card (176 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.176 vs 64
  • 328 more TMUs
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has more TMUs than the average graphics card (512 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
    What it is: Total count of texture mapping units on the GPU
    When it matters: When texture-heavy gaming performance matters and you want extra hardware context behind texture-rate claims.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has more TMUs than the average graphics card (512 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.512 vs 184
  • 2.84x higher pixel rate
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher pixel rate than the average graphics card (469.9 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
    What it is: Number of pixels the GPU can render per second
    When it matters: When you play at high resolutions or care about older raster-heavy games.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher pixel rate than the average graphics card (469.9 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.469.9 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s
  • 88 more compute units
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has more compute units than the average graphics card (128 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
  • 80 more ray tracing cores
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has more ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (128 vs 48). The average graphics card has 48 ray tracing cores.
  • 6.8% higher boost clock speed
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (2,670 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
  • 112 more ROPs
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has more ROPs than the average graphics card (176 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
  • 328 more TMUs
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has more TMUs than the average graphics card (512 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
  • 2.84x higher pixel rate
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher pixel rate than the average graphics card (469.9 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
  • 320 more AI cores
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has more AI cores than the average graphics card (512 vs 192). The average graphics card has 192 AI cores.
  • 3.87x higher FP32 performance
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher FP32 performance than the average graphics card (88.5 TFLOPS vs 22.86 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.86 TFLOPS.
  • 3.33x higher gaming score
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher gaming score than the average graphics card (37,789 points vs 11,337 points). The average graphics card has a gaming score of 11,337 points.
  • 2.68x higher ray tracing score
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher ray tracing score than the average graphics card (26,681 points vs 9,938.5 points). The average graphics card has a ray tracing score of 9,938.5 points.
  • 16.4% higher base clock speed
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher base GPU clock than the average graphics card (2,235 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
  • 12,032 more FP32 units
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has more FP32 units than the average graphics card (16,384 vs 4,352). The average graphics card has 4,352 FP32 units.
  • 3.83x higher compute throughput
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher compute throughput than the average graphics card (88.5 TFLOPS vs 23.105 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has compute throughput of 23.105 TFLOPS.
  • 2.97x higher FP16 performance
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher FP16 performance than the average graphics card (87.5 TFLOPS vs 29.5 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP16 performance of 29.5 TFLOPS.
  • 2.94x higher FP64 performance
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher FP64 performance than the average graphics card (1.4 TFLOPS vs 0.4651 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP64 performance of 0.4651 TFLOPS.
  • 2.25x higher memory bandwidth
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (1,008 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
  • 12 GB more VRAM
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has more VRAM than the average graphics card (24 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
  • 128 bit wider memory bus
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a wider memory bus than the average graphics card (384 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.
  • Supports ECC memory
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum supports ECC memory, the average graphics card does not.
  • 2.25x larger L2 cache
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has more L2 cache than the average graphics card (72 MB vs 32 MB). The average graphics card has 32 MB L2 cache.
  • 10.5% faster memory speed
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher effective memory speed than the average graphics card (21,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
  • 12.5% more Infinity Cache
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has more Infinity Cache than the average graphics card (72 MB vs 64 MB). The average graphics card has 64 MB Infinity Cache.
  • 3.48x more transistors
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has more transistors than the average graphics card (76,300 million vs 21,900 million). The average graphics card has 21,900 million transistors.
  • Newer shader model
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum supports a newer shader model than the average graphics card (6.9 vs 6.8).
  • Newer HDMI version
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum supports a newer HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.1a vs 2.1).
  • Includes dual BIOS
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum includes dual BIOS, the average graphics card does not.
  • Uses hybrid cooling
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum uses hybrid cooling, the average graphics card does not.
  • 14 °C lower load temperature
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a lower load temperature than the average graphics card (53 °C vs 67 °C). The average graphics card has a load temperature of 67 °C.

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Performance
Memory
Platform & Features
Connectivity & Media
Power & Cooling
  • 25% slower VRAM clock
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a lower VRAM clock than the average graphics card (1,313 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
  • 2x larger GPU die
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher GPU die size than the average graphics card (609 mm² vs 304.25 mm²). The average graphics card has a GPU die size of 304.25 mm².
  • 2.09x higher TDP
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher TDP than the average graphics card (450 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
  • 53.8% higher PSU requirement
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher PSU requirement than the average graphics card (1,000 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
  • 2.73x higher board power limit
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher board power limit than the average graphics card (600 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
  • 2.73x higher peak power draw
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher peak power draw than the average graphics card (600 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a peak power draw of 220 W.
  • 26 dB noisier at idle
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher idle noise level than the average graphics card (26 dB vs 0 dB). The average graphics card has an idle noise level of 0 dB.
  • 21.3 mm higher card profile
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum is taller than the average graphics card (148.3 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.
  • 0.5 slot/s wider design
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum occupies more slots than the average graphics card (2.5 slot/s vs 2 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2 slot/s.
  • 2.09x higher TDP
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher TDP than the average graphics card (450 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)
    When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher TDP than the average graphics card (450 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.450 W vs 215 W
  • 53.8% higher PSU requirement
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher PSU requirement than the average graphics card (1,000 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply
    When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher PSU requirement than the average graphics card (1,000 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.1000 W vs 650 W
  • 21.3 mm higher card profile
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum is taller than the average graphics card (148.3 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.
    What it is: Physical height of the GPU card
    When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum is taller than the average graphics card (148.3 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.148.3 mm vs 127 mm
  • 0.5 slot/s wider design
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum occupies more slots than the average graphics card (2.5 slot/s vs 2 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2 slot/s.
    What it is: Number of PCIe slots occupied by the card
    When it matters: When you need room for another PCIe card or better airflow under the GPU.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum occupies more slots than the average graphics card (2.5 slot/s vs 2 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2 slot/s.2.5 slot/s vs 2 slot/s
  • 2.73x higher board power limit
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher board power limit than the average graphics card (600 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
    What it is: Maximum configurable power limit for the GPU board
    When it matters: When you care about how far the card can be pushed through tuning or factory power settings.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a higher board power limit than the average graphics card (600 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.600 W vs 220 W
  • 25% slower VRAM clock
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a lower VRAM clock than the average graphics card (1,313 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
    What it is: Speed at which the GPU memory operates
    When it matters: When you want more context on how quickly the card's VRAM can move data.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum has a lower VRAM clock than the average graphics card (1,313 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.1313 MHz vs 1750 MHz
  • 6.15x more expensive
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum is more expensive than the average graphics card (£3,260 vs £530).
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum is more expensive than the average graphics card (£3,260 vs £530).£3,260 vs £530
  • 2.3x less popular
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum is less popular than the average graphics card (1.00 vs 2.303).
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the graphics card.
    When it matters: When you prefer a graphics card that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
    ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum is less popular than the average graphics card (1.00 vs 2.303).1 vs 2.3
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What customers like about ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum?

  • Highest out-of-the-box factory overclock for an RTX 4090 (2670 MHz boost)
  • Superior cooling performance using liquid metal and a 360mm AIO radiator
  • Extremely quiet operation, especially when using the 'Quiet' BIOS mode
  • Stellar aesthetic design with high-quality metal construction and a unique 'infinity mirror' look
  • Binned GPU silicon ensures high stability and additional overclocking headroom (up to 3.1 GHz)
  • Comprehensive monitoring with additional temperature and power sensors
  • Excellent thermal management for memory and VRMs via a large copper base plate

What customers dislike about ASUS ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 Platinum?

  • Extremely high price (MSRP around $3,200), roughly double the Founders Edition MSRP
  • Diminishing returns in performance, offering only a ~2-8% boost over standard 4090 models
  • Massive physical footprint due to the 400mm radiator and 700mm tubing, requiring a very large case
  • Potential for noticeable coil whine, particularly in open-chassis builds
  • High power consumption, often drawing between 450W and 600W during intensive tasks
  • Pump remains running even when fans stop in idle mode
  • Lacks DisplayPort 2.0/2.1 support, capped at DisplayPort 1.4a

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overclock3d.net
18/09/2023
ASUS ROG RTX 4090 Matrix Platinum Review - Overclock 3D

The ASUS ROG RTX 4090 Matrix Platinum, reviewed by Overclock3D, is lauded as the fastest graphics card available, featuring highly binned cores, a premium metal design, and an innovative 360mm AIO cooler with liquid metal for superior thermal management. While offering best-in-class gaming performance, the card is plagued by a high MSRP and a noticeable pump whine from its custom...Read more

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guru3d.com
19/09/2023
ASUS ROG GeForce RTX 4090 MATRIX review - Guru 3D

The Guru3D review of the ASUS ROG Matrix Platinum GeForce RTX 4090 highlights it as a masterpiece engineered for ultra-enthusiasts and extreme overclockers. The primary pros center on its unprecedented performance and elite-tier thermal engineering. Boasting a market-leading factory boost clock of 2670 MHz (reaching up to 3.0 GHz when tweaked), it proved to be the fastest RTX 4090...Read more

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techpowerup.com
19/09/2023
ASUS GeForce RTX 4090 Matrix Platinum Review - TechPowerUp

The ASUS GeForce RTX 4090 Matrix Platinum is the fastest GPU tested by TechPowerUp, featuring a top-tier factory overclock, 24-phase VRM, and a liquid metal thermal compound application on the die. It boasts superior, quiet performance through a 360 mm AIO liquid cooler, though its $3,200 MSRP provides poor value, and its complex design makes installation and disassembly...Read more

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smartworld.it
10/01/2024
ROG Matrix Platinum GeForce RTX 4090 recensione: non è Super, ma è il meglio del meglio

Summary The ASUS ROG Matrix Platinum GeForce RTX 4090 is highlighted as the most powerful graphics card in the world, outperforming even the newer NVIDIA RTX 40 Super series due to its exceptional out-of-the-box factory overclocking. Built on the 4nm Ada Lovelace architecture, it features 16,384 CUDA cores and 24 GB of GDDR6X video memory, pushing a gaming clock of 2,670 MHz that...Read more

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