ASUS and Noctua have unveiled their latest collab: the ASUS GeForce RTX 5080 Noctua Edition. It blends ASUS’s engineering with Noctua’s famed low‑noise cooling. The result: a high‑end GPU built for noisy performance with none of the noise.
What the Reviews Say: Performance, Noise, and Cooling
This GPU is their fifth collab, and the first with three full‑size fans. It uses the next‑gen NF‑A12x25 G2 fans plus a custom heatsink with a large vapour chamber, seven 8 mm and four 6 mm heatpipes. ASUS says the offset fan speeds cancel out hum and vibration, keeping thermals down while staying whisper‑quiet—quieter than their TUF or ROG Astral models at the same temps .
- Triple 120×25 mm NF‑A12x25 G2 fans
- Large vapour chamber with 11 heatpipes
- Offset fan speeds to avoid beat frequencies. That means strong cooling with very low noise.
But let’s talk real-world feedback—because what’s a GPU review section without a bit of noise (or, in this case, the lack of it)?
Media outlets and PC builders alike consistently highlight just how incredibly quiet this card is. Under gaming or creative workloads, it barely whispers, often outperforming other high-end air-cooled cards in its class—including well-known options from MSI, Gigabyte, and Zotac. The verdict is unanimous: this card sets the standard for silent operation.
Reviewers across the board point to its advanced cooling system as the main attraction. Equipped with refined Noctua fans, an oversized vapour chamber, and an army of heatpipes, the cooling performance isn’t just effective—it’s exceptional. Even when stress-tested in demanding games or intensive workflows, temperatures remain impressively low, all while noise levels stay almost imperceptible.
Of course, there are some practical tradeoffs. Comments frequently mention its size—it’s a chunky beast, so make sure your case isn’t a shoebox. The pricing, too, is premium, with the card often noted as a niche choice for those willing to invest in supreme silence and top-tier thermals.
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In build guides and showcase rigs—especially those aiming for a nearly silent creative or gaming PC—this card is regularly featured as the centrepiece, admired for delivering on the elusive promise: high-end power without the drone of fans.
Specs That Don’t Whisper—They Roar
As an RTX 5080, this card packs GDDR7 memory, DLSS 4 with Multi‑Frame Generation, and flagship RTX 50‑series performance. ASUS clocks it at 2700 MHz default and advertises 1858 AI TOPS—so it excels at both AAA gaming and AI workloads. And with 16 GB of GDDR7 VRAM, it’s ready for high-resolution settings and creative work.
Looks As Quiet As It Runs
Noctua’s aesthetic isn’t subtle: earthy beige and brown tones stand out in any rig. ASUS keeps that look in the GPU shroud, leaning into the “rustic rig” vibe. It’s striking, especially if you like your hardware to have character, and it’s quiet enough to let your build speak for itself.
Size, Power, Availability—Plan Ahead
This is not a two-slot quiet system. It spans nearly four slots (80 mm), stretches 385 mm in length, and is 151 mm wide. Be sure your case and airflow can handle it.
ASUS recommends a minimum of 850W PSU. As for pricing and availability, we don’t know that yet.
FAQs
What makes the Noctua fans special?
The NF-A12x25 G2 fans use refined impellers, tight tip clearance, and premium materials. Offset speeds reduce vibration and beat noise, making them quieter than standard GPU fans.
How much quieter is this compared to other RTX 5080 cards?
ASUS claims it runs significantly quieter than their TUF Gaming or ROG Astral models at equivalent temperatures, thanks to the enhanced heatsink and fan design.
Will it fit in my PC build?
You need at least 80 mm for slots, plus a case that can take a 385 mm length and 151 mm width. A minimum of 850 W PSU is recommended.
