Asus revised the liquid metal application on its $4,000 ROG Matrix RTX 5090 cards ā der8auer says retail versions come with 'much more professional' spread
ā” Quick Hits
- Revised liquid metal application addresses leakage concerns.
- Retail versions feature a more professional and neater spread.
- Improved application brings the metal closer to the IHS.
Asus has listened to feedback and implemented a significant improvement to the liquid metal application on its high-end ROG Matrix RTX 5090 graphics cards. Initial samples showed a less-than-ideal spread, potentially leading to liquid metal leakage.
The retail versions now shipping to customers boast a redesigned Thermal Interface Material (TIM) application. This updated approach features neatly organized lanes of liquid metal, positioned much closer to the IHS (Integrated Heat Spreader). This precise application aims to improve thermal performance and, more importantly, prevent accidental leakage, which was a concern with the earlier samples.
The change was highlighted by der8auer, who noted the "much more professional" spread in the retail units. This revised application should provide users with greater peace of mind, knowing that their expensive GPU is less susceptible to liquid metal-related issues.
