MSI GeForce RTX 5090 SUPRIM LIQUID 32GB GDDR7

The MSI RTX 5090 SUPRIM LIQUID SOC posts a PassMark score of 38,958, putting it in the 99th percentile for compute and raster performance. It packs 32GB of GDDR7 and a 360mm AIO cooler into a surprisingly compact 280mm card. Just be ready for a 575W power draw and US prices ranging from $4,300 to $8,979.

That 38,958 PassMark score is the headline. It's not just a strong showing, it's the kind of number that makes everything else in our database look like it's running a generation behind. The 32GB of GDDR7 on a 512-bit bus is a standout too, landing in the 97th percentile for VRAM. For 4K gaming, AI workloads, and heavy Unreal Engine projects, that memory buffer means you're not hitting walls anytime soon.

Ray tracing performance is well above average at the 84th percentile, and the 2,580MHz boost clock paired with 21,760 CUDA cores and 3,352 Tensor cores gives DLSS 4 plenty of room to stretch. The liquid cooling keeps the card at just 280mm long, which is refreshingly compact for this much horsepower. Connectivity is strong too, with three DisplayPort 2.1b outputs and one HDMI 2.1b, enough for a serious multi-monitor or high-refresh 8K setup.

Against the ASUS TUF Gaming RTX 5090, the MSI SUPRIM LIQUID trades blows on raw performance but differentiates with its liquid cooling and shorter 280mm length. The ASUS card is a more traditional air-cooled design, which typically means a longer card and more heat dumped into your case. The Gigabyte AORUS RTX 5080 and ZOTAC APOCALYPSE RTX 5080 are a full tier down, with less VRAM and lower core counts, so they're not really in the same conversation for 4K or AI work. The Sapphire NITRO+ and PNY ARGB OC are also 5080-class cards, making them more affordable but significantly less capable. If you need the 5090's 32GB of GDDR7 and top-tier compute, the MSI's liquid cooling is the main reason to pick it over the ASUS TUF.

Let's be blunt: the value story here is rough. Affordability sits at the 2nd percentile, which is about as close to dead last as it gets. US listings range from $4,300 to $8,979 across three sellers, a spread of $4,679 for the exact same card. That's not a typo. If you're shopping, the $4,300 listing is the one to hunt down, and even that is a massive premium over anything resembling sane GPU pricing. You're paying for the absolute best performance available, and the price reflects that. Just don't expect any mercy from your bank account.

The MSI GeForce RTX 5090 SUPRIM LIQUID SOC posts a PassMark G3D score of 38,958, which lands it in the 99th percentile for both compute and raster performance in our database. That's the absolute best right now, full stop. You're looking at 32GB of GDDR7 on a 512-bit bus, 21,760 CUDA cores, and a 2,580MHz boost clock, all kept in check by a 360mm AIO liquid cooler. This thing doesn't just top the charts, it redraws them.

But here's the catch. The efficiency score sits at a rough 27th percentile and affordability is basically dead last at the 2nd percentile. You'll need a 1,000W power supply to feed the 575W TDP, and US listings swing wildly from $4,300 to $8,979. If you want the fastest gaming and AI card money can buy, this is it. Just know your wallet and your power bill are both signing up for the ride.

If you're building a mid-range or even high-end gaming PC on a normal budget, look elsewhere. The affordability score is a brutal 2nd percentile, and the efficiency rating of 27th percentile means you're paying a premium for performance that comes with a hefty power bill. Gamers targeting 1440p or even most 4K titles will be perfectly happy with a 5080-class card for a fraction of the price. And if your case can't accommodate a 360mm radiator or your PSU is under 1,000W, this card simply isn't a practical option. The thermal performance is also only middle of the pack, so if you're expecting liquid cooling to deliver dramatically lower temperatures, you might be disappointed.

The MSI GeForce RTX 5090 SUPRIM LIQUID SOC is the fastest graphics card we've ever tested, and the numbers back that up without any hedging. A 38,958 PassMark score, 32GB of GDDR7, and best-in-class AI performance make it the obvious choice for anyone who needs maximum frame rates at 4K or serious LLM horsepower. The trade-offs are real: terrible efficiency, a brutal price tag, and a power draw that'll make your UPS cry. But if you can stomach the cost and have a 1,000W PSU ready, there's nothing else like it. This is the card you buy when you want the best and don't care what it costs.