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Palit GeForce RTX 4090 Gamerock OC Review | 118 Data compared

Avg. price:~£2,550VRAM:24 GBMemory bus width:384 bitThermal Design Power (TDP):450 W

Palit GeForce RTX 4090 Gamerock OC Review: Compare 118 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Graphics cards category and whether it is worth buying.

Palit GeForce RTX 4090 Gamerock OC
8.9/10

Overall score

Score
8.9/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 82% of models
Score components

90%

9.1

Technical score

10%

7.1

User score

â–²Better than 82% of graphics cards
6.6

Value for money

Value for money
6.6/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 78%
9.1

Technical score

Technical score
9.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Graphics cards category across these key areas: Performance, Memory, Platform & Features, Connectivity & Media, Power & Cooling, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

44%

9.9

Performance

24%

9.2

Memory

12%

7.1

Power & Cooling

11%

9.8

Platform & Features

5%

5.1

Design

4%

9.5

Connectivity & Media

★Better than 90%
7.1

User score

User score
7.1/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

5.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 96%
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Technical Specifications of graphics card Palit GeForce RTX 4090 Gamerock OC

Technical score
Technical score
9.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Graphics cards category across these key areas: Performance, Memory, Platform & Features, Connectivity & Media, Power & Cooling, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 90% of models
Score components:

44%

9.9

Performance

24%

9.2

Memory

12%

7.1

Power & Cooling

11%

9.8

Platform & Features

5%

5.1

Design

4%

9.5

Connectivity & Media

9.1
User score
User score
7.1/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

5.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.1
Popularity
Popularity
5.1/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 54% of models
Popularity:
Palit GeForce RTX 4090 Gamerock OC has a popularity score of 5.1 points, which is higher than that of 53.8% of products in this category.
5.1
Value for money
Value for money
6.6/ 10
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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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components:

70%

8.9

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

6.6
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
36,848 points
Market range: <4k points – >34k points
This graphics card scores 36,848 points in 3DMark Time Spy, which is higher than 96.4% of graphics cards.
3DMark Port Royal score
28,000 points
Market range: <0 points – >25k points
This graphics card scores 28,000 points in 3DMark Port Royal, which is higher than 96.3% of graphics cards and equal to 0.3% of graphics cards.
PassMark (G3D) result
39,128 points
Market range: <7.7k points – >36k points
This graphics card scores 39,128 points in PassMark G3D, which is higher than 96.8% of graphics cards and equal to 0.9% of graphics cards.
PassMark (DirectCompute) result
26,333 points
Market range: <3.1k points – >26.3k points
This graphics card scores 26,333 points in PassMark DirectCompute, which is higher than 88.2% of graphics cards and equal to 2.9% of graphics cards.
Floating-point performance
85.52 TFLOPS
Market range: <4.38 TFLOPS – >57.42 TFLOPS
This graphics card delivers 85.52 TFLOPS floating-point performance, which is higher than that of 96.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.1% of graphics cards.
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VRAM
24 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >24 GB
This graphics card has 24 GB of VRAM, which is more than 91.1% of graphics cards and equal to 5.6% of graphics cards.
Memory type
GDDR6X
GDDR version
GDDR6X
This graphics card uses GDDR6X memory, which is newer than on 56.7% of graphics cards and equal to 22.7% of graphics cards.
Memory bus width
384 bit
Market range: <64 bit – >384 bit
This graphics card 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
1,008 GB/s
Market range: <168 GB/s – >960 GB/s
This graphics card reaches 1,008 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is higher than that of 93.8% of graphics cards and equal to that of 3% of graphics cards.
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PCI Express (PCIe) version
4
This graphics card supports PCIe 4, which is newer than on 22.3% of graphics cards and equal to 52.1% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
x16
This graphics card uses x16 PCIe lanes, which is more than 23.4% of graphics cards and equal to 76.6% of graphics cards.
DirectX version
12 Ultimate
This graphics card supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, which is more advanced than on 22.6% of graphics cards and equal to 77.4% of graphics cards.
Vulkan version
1.4
This graphics card supports Vulkan 1.4, which is more advanced than on 20.7% of graphics cards and equal to 79.3% of graphics cards.
OpenGL version
4.6
This graphics card supports OpenGL 4.6, which is more advanced than on 1.9% of graphics cards and equal to 98.1% of graphics cards.
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Max displays supported
4
Market range: <4 – >4
This graphics card supports up to 4 displays, which is more than 8.3% of graphics cards and equal to 88.9% of graphics cards.
Max digital resolution
7680x4320
This graphics card supports a maximum digital resolution of 7680x4320, which is higher than that of 9% of graphics cards and equal to that of 91% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort outputs
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This graphics card offers 3 DisplayPort outputs, which is more than 21% of graphics cards and equal to 76.8% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
1.4a
This graphics card supports DisplayPort 1.4a, which is more advanced than on 19.5% of graphics cards and equal to 47.1% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort link rates
32.4 Gbps
Market range: <5.4 Gbps – >80 Gbps
This graphics card supports DisplayPort link rates up to 32.4 Gbps, which is faster than on 57.6% of graphics cards and equal to 21.5% of graphics cards.
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Thermal Design Power (TDP)
450 W
Market range: <60 W – >360 W
This graphics card has a TDP of 450 W, which is higher than that of 94.1% of graphics cards and equal to that of 3.1% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
450 W
Market range: <100 W – >400 W
This graphics card draws 450 W under peak load, which is higher than 93.4% of graphics cards and equal to 2.4% of graphics cards.
Recommended PSU wattage
1,000 W
Market range: <450 W – >850 W
This graphics card recommends a 1,000 W PSU, which is higher than that of 95.8% of graphics cards and equal to that of 4% of graphics cards.
Board power limit
550 W
Market range: <100 W – >400 W
This graphics card has a board power limit of 550 W, which is higher than that of 96.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.1% of graphics cards.
PCIe power spec
450 W
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Size
329.4x 137.5x 71.5 mm
This graphics card measures 329.4x137.5x 71.5 mm, which is larger than 84.2% of graphics cards and equal in size to 0.7% of graphics cards.
Length
329.4 mm
Market range: <200 mm – >350 mm
This graphics card is 329.4 mm long, which is longer than 81.4% of graphics cards and equal in length to 0.5% of graphics cards.
Height
137.5 mm
Market range: <109 mm – >146 mm
This graphics card is 137.5 mm tall, which is taller than 75.6% of graphics cards and equal in height to 0.2% of graphics cards.
Slot width
3.5 slot/s
Market range: <2 slot/s – >3.25 slot/s
This graphics card occupies 3.5 slot/s, which is wider than 90.1% of graphics cards and equal in width to 5.7% of graphics cards.
Weight
798 g
Market range: <500 g – >2k g
This graphics card weighs 798 g, which is lighter than 72.1% of graphics cards and equal in weight to 0.2% of graphics cards.
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Palit GeForce RTX 4090 Gamerock OC vs the average graphics card

246810TotalPerformanceMemoryPlatform & FeaturesConnectivity & MediaPower & CoolingDesign
  • 88 more compute units
    This graphics card has more compute units than the average graphics card (128 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    128 vs 40
  • 88 more ray tracing cores
    This graphics card has more ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (128 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
    128 vs 40
  • 2.25x higher memory bandwidth
    This graphics card has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (1008 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
    1,008 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
  • 12 GB more VRAM
    This graphics card 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
  • 3.5x higher texture rate
    This graphics card has a higher texture rate than the average graphics card (1336 GTexel/s vs 381.2 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 381.2 GTexel/s.
    1,336 GTexel/s vs 381.2 GTexel/s
  • 112 more ROPs
    This graphics card has more ROPs than the average graphics card (176 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
    176 vs 64
  • 328 more TMUs
    This graphics card has more TMUs than the average graphics card (512 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
    512 vs 184
  • 2.81x higher pixel rate
    This graphics card has a higher pixel rate than the average graphics card (459.4 GPixel/s vs 163.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 163.2 GPixel/s.
    459.4 GPixel/s vs 163.2 GPixel/s
  • 88 more compute units
    This graphics card has more compute units than the average graphics card (128 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    128 vs 40
  • 88 more ray tracing cores
    This graphics card has more ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (128 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
    128 vs 40
  • 3.5x higher texture rate
    This graphics card has a higher texture rate than the average graphics card (1336 GTexel/s vs 381.2 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 381.2 GTexel/s.
    1,336 GTexel/s vs 381.2 GTexel/s
  • 112 more ROPs
    This graphics card has more ROPs than the average graphics card (176 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
    176 vs 64
  • 328 more TMUs
    This graphics card has more TMUs than the average graphics card (512 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
    512 vs 184
  • 2.81x higher pixel rate
    This graphics card has a higher pixel rate than the average graphics card (459.4 GPixel/s vs 163.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 163.2 GPixel/s.
    459.4 GPixel/s vs 163.2 GPixel/s
  • 368 more AI cores
    This graphics card has more AI cores than the average graphics card (512 vs 144). The average graphics card has 144 AI cores.
    512 vs 144
  • 3.79x higher FP32 performance
    This graphics card has a higher FP32 performance than the average graphics card (85.5 TFLOPS vs 22.57 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.57 TFLOPS.
    85.52 TFLOPS vs 22.57 TFLOPS
  • 4.2% higher boost clock speed
    This graphics card has a higher boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (2610 MHz vs 2505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2505 MHz.
    2,610 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
  • 2.51x higher gaming score
    This graphics card has a higher gaming score than the average graphics card (36848 points vs 14678.5 points). The average graphics card has a gaming score of 14678.5 points.
    36,848 points vs 14,678.5 points
  • 3.05x higher ray tracing score
    This graphics card has a higher ray tracing score than the average graphics card (28000 points vs 9166 points). The average graphics card has a ray tracing score of 9166 points.
    28,000 points vs 9,166 points
  • 72.7% higher PassMark score
    This graphics card has a higher PassMark score than the average graphics card (39128 points vs 22653 points). The average graphics card has a PassMark score of 22653 points.
    39,128 points vs 22,653 points
  • 16.4% higher base clock speed
    This graphics card has a higher base GPU clock than the average graphics card (2235 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
    2,235 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
  • 12,032 more FP32 units
    This graphics card has more FP32 units than the average graphics card (16,384 vs 4,352). The average graphics card has 4,352 FP32 units.
    16,384 vs 4,352
  • 3.72x higher compute throughput
    This graphics card has a higher compute throughput than the average graphics card (85.5 TFLOPS vs 22.98 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has compute throughput of 22.98 TFLOPS.
    85.52 TFLOPS vs 22.98 TFLOPS
  • 2.69x higher FP64 performance
    This graphics card has a higher FP64 performance than the average graphics card (1.3 TFLOPS vs 0.48 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP64 performance of 0.48 TFLOPS.
    1.29 TFLOPS vs 0.48 TFLOPS
  • 2.18x higher compute score
    This graphics card has a higher compute score than the average graphics card (26333 points vs 12074 points). The average graphics card has a compute score of 12074 points.
    26,333 points vs 12,074 points
  • 2.88x higher FP16 performance
    This graphics card has a higher FP16 performance than the average graphics card (85.5 TFLOPS vs 29.7 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP16 performance of 29.725 TFLOPS.
    85.52 TFLOPS vs 29.725 TFLOPS
  • 2.25x higher memory bandwidth
    This graphics card has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (1008 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
    1,008 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
  • 12 GB more VRAM
    This graphics card 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
  • 128 bit wider memory bus
    This graphics card 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.
    384 bit vs 256 bit
  • Supports ECC memory
    This graphics card supports ECC memory, the average graphics card does not.
  • 3x larger L2 cache
    This graphics card has more L2 cache than the average graphics card (72 MB vs 24 MB). The average graphics card has 24 MB L2 cache.
    72 MB vs 24 MB
  • 10.5% faster memory speed
    This graphics card has a higher effective memory speed than the average graphics card (21000 MHz vs 19000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19000 MHz.
    21,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz
  • 20% smaller process node
    This graphics card has a lower process node than the average graphics card (4 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
    4 nm vs 5 nm
  • 3.33x more transistors
    This graphics card has more transistors than the average graphics card (76300 million vs 22900 million). The average graphics card has 22900 million transistors.
    76,300 million vs 22,900 million
  • 6 °C higher thermal ceiling
    This graphics card has a higher thermal ceiling than the average graphics card (89 °C vs 95 °C). The average graphics card has a thermal ceiling of 95 °C.
    89 °C vs 95 °C
  • 2.09x higher TDP
    This graphics card 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
    This graphics card has a higher PSU requirement than the average graphics card (1000 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    1,000 W vs 650 W
  • 1 slot/s wider design
    This graphics card occupies more slots than the average graphics card (3.5 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2.5 slot/s.
    3.5 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s
  • 2.44x higher board power limit
    This graphics card has a higher board power limit than the average graphics card (550 W vs 225 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 225 W.
    550 W vs 225 W
  • 44.4 mm longer card length
    This graphics card is longer than the average graphics card (329.4 mm vs 285 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285 mm.
    329.4 mm vs 285 mm
  • 4.81x more expensive
    Palit GeForce RTX 4090 Gamerock OC is more expensive than the average graphics card (£2,550 vs £530).
    £2,550 vs £530
  • 12.5 mm higher card profile
    This graphics card is taller than the average graphics card (137.5 mm vs 125 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 125 mm.
    137.5 mm vs 125 mm
  • 24.3% slower VRAM clock
    This graphics card has a lower VRAM clock than the average graphics card (1325 MHz vs 1750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1750 MHz.
    1,325 MHz vs 1,750 MHz
  • 4.81x more expensive
    Palit GeForce RTX 4090 Gamerock OC is more expensive than the average graphics card (£2,550 vs £530).
    £2,550 vs £530
  • 12.4% lower user score
    User score
    7.1/ 10
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    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 distribution
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    Palit GeForce RTX 4090 Gamerock OC
    the average graphics card
    Palit GeForce RTX 4090 Gamerock OC has a lower user score than the average graphics card (7.12 vs 8.000).
    7.12 vs 8
  • 9.8% worse value for money
    Palit GeForce RTX 4090 Gamerock OC has worse value for money than the average graphics card (6.55 vs 7.2).
    6.55 vs 7.2
  • 24.3% slower VRAM clock
    This graphics card has a lower VRAM clock than the average graphics card (1325 MHz vs 1750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1750 MHz.
    1,325 MHz vs 1,750 MHz
  • 2.06x larger GPU die
    This graphics card has a higher GPU die size than the average graphics card (609 mm² vs 295 mm²). The average graphics card has a GPU die size of 295 mm².
    609 mm² vs 295 mm²
  • 1 older
    This graphics card was released earlier than the average graphics card (2022 vs 2023).
    October 2022
    2,022 vs 2,023
  • Older NVDEC generation
    This graphics card has a lower NVDEC generation than the average graphics card (5 vs 6). The average graphics card offers NVDEC generation 6.
    5 vs 6
  • 2.09x higher TDP
    This graphics card 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
    This graphics card has a higher PSU requirement than the average graphics card (1000 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    1,000 W vs 650 W
  • 2.44x higher board power limit
    This graphics card has a higher board power limit than the average graphics card (550 W vs 225 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 225 W.
    550 W vs 225 W
  • 2.05x higher peak power draw
    This graphics card has a higher peak power draw than the average graphics card (450 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a peak power draw of 220 W.
    450 W vs 220 W
  • 75% higher idle power draw
    This graphics card has a higher idle power draw than the average graphics card (21 W vs 12 W). The average graphics card has an idle power draw of 12 W.
    21 W vs 12 W
  • 6 °C higher idle temperature
    This graphics card has a higher idle temperature than the average graphics card (43 °C vs 37 °C). The average graphics card has an idle temperature of 37 °C.
    43 °C vs 37 °C
  • 1 slot/s wider design
    This graphics card occupies more slots than the average graphics card (3.5 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2.5 slot/s.
    3.5 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s
  • 44.4 mm longer card length
    This graphics card is longer than the average graphics card (329.4 mm vs 285 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285 mm.
    329.4 mm vs 285 mm
  • 12.5 mm higher card profile
    This graphics card is taller than the average graphics card (137.5 mm vs 125 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 125 mm.
    137.5 mm vs 125 mm

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Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: June 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Palit GeForce RTX 4090 Gamerock OC

  • Exceptional raw performance and significant generational leap over the 30-series
  • Unique 'Midnight Kaleidoscope' crystal design with extensive RGB lighting
  • Effective cooling system that maintains temperatures often below 70°C under load
  • Quiet operation with minimal audible fan noise even during heavy use
  • Very little to no reported coil whine from many users
  • Includes dual-BIOS support (Performance and Silent modes)
  • High factory overclock with further manual headroom reaching near 3GHz

What we don't like about Palit GeForce RTX 4090 Gamerock OC

  • Extremely large physical footprint (3.5-slot design) that limits case compatibility
  • High power consumption, requiring up to a 1000W-1200W power supply
  • Awkward ARGB cable header placement in the middle of the card, complicating cable management
  • Aesthetic design (crystals) is highly subjective and may not appeal to all users
  • Premium price point that remains high compared to other components
  • Vertical mounting (needed for best RGB look) can restrict airflow due to card thickness

Verdict

The Palit GeForce RTX 4090 GameRock OC is a high-performance graphics card built on the Ada Lovelace architecture, featuring 16,384 CUDA cores and 24GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus with a 1.01 TB/s bandwidth. This overclocked model boasts a boost clock of 2610 MHz and utilizes a massive 3.5-slot cooling solution equipped with a vapor chamber, eight heat pipes, and triple 'Gale Hunter' fans. Its standout characteristic is the 'Starlight Black' crystalline ARGB shroud, often called the 'Midnight Kaleidoscope,' which offers a unique aesthetic for high-end builds. Main pros include exceptional 4K gaming and AI performance, efficient cooling that maintains low temperatures under load, and a dual BIOS feature for performance or silent modes. However, its significant cons include a massive physical footprint requiring ample case space, high power consumption with a 450W TDP, and occasional reports of a shorter 2-year warranty compared to some competitors.

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