GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 5080 Xtreme Waterforce 16G Graphics Card, NVIDIA Blackwell Architecture, 16GB GDDR7, 360mm Radiator 256-bit, 2805MHz OC, DLSS 4 | GV-N5080AORUSX W-16GD

The GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 5080 Xtreme Waterforce 16G represents the absolute peak of consumer GPU engineering. Combining NVIDIA's groundbreaking Blackwell GPU architecture with GIGABYTE's most advanced cooling solution — the Waterforce all-in-one liquid cooling system — this card is engineered for enthusiasts and professionals who demand maximum performance, rock-solid thermals, and uncompromising build quality. With DLSS 4 support, a factory-boosted 2805MHz clock speed, this is the definitive RTX 5080 for serious builders.

Key Features

NVIDIA Blackwell Architecture – Latest-generation GPU architecture delivering a generational leap in gaming, AI, and rendering performance
DLSS 4 Support – NVIDIA's most advanced AI-powered upscaling technology for maximum frame rates with minimal quality loss
16GB GDDR7 Memory, 256-bit Interface – Ultra-high bandwidth memory for smooth 4K gaming, ray tracing, and GPU-accelerated workloads
Factory Overclocked to 2805MHz – 188MHz above reference clock (2617MHz) for out-of-the-box performance gains
Waterforce AIO Liquid Cooling – Fully integrated all-in-one liquid cooling system built directly into the GPU
360mm Radiator with 3x 120mm ARGB Fans – Maximum heat dissipation with vibrant customizable lighting
Liquid Metal Thermal Grease on GPU Die – Industry-leading thermal interface material for superior heat transfer
Protective Metal Backplate – Structural rigidity and additional heat dissipation across the PCB
RGB Lighting – Customizable AORUS RGB Fusion 2.0 lighting system
 

Performance / Technology
At the heart of the AORUS Xtreme Waterforce 16G is NVIDIA's Blackwell GPU architecture, representing a landmark leap forward in rendering capability, AI acceleration, and power efficiency. With DLSS 4 enabled, games running on the RTX 5080 achieve dramatically higher frame rates without sacrificing visual fidelity, making 4K at high refresh rates genuinely achievable across the latest AAA titles. The factory overclock pushes the boost clock to 2805MHz — a significant 188MHz uplift over the reference 2617MHz — delivering real-world performance gains across gaming and compute workloads straight out of the box.
What truly sets this card apart is the Waterforce AIO cooling solution. Rather than relying solely on air cooling, GIGABYTE integrates a full 360mm radiator and three 120mm ARGB fans directly into the graphics card's thermal design. Combined with liquid metal thermal grease applied directly to the GPU die — a material with dramatically superior thermal conductivity compared to standard paste — the result is GPU temperatures significantly lower than any conventional air-cooled RTX 5080, enabling sustained maximum boost clocks without thermal throttling.

Design & Ergonomics
The AORUS Xtreme Waterforce features GIGABYTE's premium AORUS Xtreme shroud design with a reinforced protective metal backplate for structural integrity and added thermal dissipation. The 360mm radiator and ARGB fans can be mounted to standard case radiator mounts, making installation straightforward in any compatible full-tower or large mid-tower chassis. RGB lighting across the card and fans is fully customizable via GIGABYTE's RGB Fusion 2.0 software for seamless integration with your existing lighting ecosystem.

• Feature	Specification
  Model Name	AORUS GeForce RTX™ 5080 XTREME WATERFORCE 16G
  Model Code	GV-N5080AORUSX W-16GD
  Graphics Processing	GeForce RTX™ 5080
  Core Clock	2805 MHz (Reference: 2617 MHz)
  CUDA® Cores	10,752
  Memory Clock	30 Gbps
  Memory Size	16GB
  Memory Type	GDDR7
  Memory Bus	256 bit
  Card Bus	PCI-E 5.0
  Digital Max Resolution	7680 x 4320
  Multi-view	4 displays
  Card Size	L=220 W=130 H=40 mm
  PCB Form	ATX
  DirectX	DirectX 12 API
  OpenGL	OpenGL 4.6
  Recommended PSU	850W
  Power Connectors	1x 16-pin (12V-2x6)
  Output	3 x DisplayPort 2.1b 1 x HDMI 2.1b
  Tube Length	460mm ± 1.5%
  Radiator	360mm aluminum radiator
  Fan Specs	3 x 120mm ARGB fans