Which power supply for this RXT 4080 SUPER:
It’s only logical to ask what kind of power supply you’ll need to build a new configuration around this ROG STRIX RTX 4080 SUPER OC Edition graphics card. There are several ways of doing this, such as referring to NVIDIA’s recommendations. In this case, NVIDIA recommends a minimum 850-watt power supply. You’ll also find an online tool on the ASUS website that lets you calculate the power you need to power your configuration. All you need to do is specify the model of your processor and graphics card. You’ll then have a recommended power rating, as well as the option of indicating that you intend to overclock your configuration, thus increasing the power of the power supply.
We’ve calculated the power required, and this ROG STRIX RTX 4080 SUPER OC Edition combined with our Intel i9-12900K processor requires a 850-watt power supply. If you want to overclock your configuration, ASUS recommends a 1000-watt model.
How about a ROG THOR 850W Platinum II power supply? With this series, the brand continues what it started with the initial range. This new generation arrives with a very flattering design and a variety of features. First and foremost is the OLED display on the side of the casing. The latter appears to be configurable and will display various information, including the power consumed by the system. Aura lighting is also included. Otherwise, this series features three blocks with power ratings of 850W, 1000W and 1200W. Certification is also advantageous, with 80 Platinum.
From a connectivity point of view, you’ll find fully modular cable management, a logical feature for top-of-the-range models. In addition, some cables are sheathed strand by strand to enhance the aesthetics of the assembly. Last but not least, this range features a 12-pin PCIe 5.0 connector. Internally, we have quality components at our disposal, but ASUS is focusing on cooling. For this, we’re treated to imposing heatsinks and a 135 mm Axial-Tech fan with semi-passive operation.
