Powering the Future: The Ultimate ASUS PSU Buying Guide for Next-Gen GPUs

You hear a lot of PC advice on the internet, such as what CPU you should, or shouldn’t buy, which CPU cooler type is the best, as some will swear by air cooling, while others will be loyal to water cooling. You’ll want to buy this AMD card, or that NVIDIA card, and the list of who or what is the best has raged on for decades now. However, there’s one unifying factor that brings all PC builders together, as we all agree that a quality power supply is one of the most important purchases you can make. With the performance of high-end components these days, ensuring they have clean, reliable and efficient power delivery is vital and generally speaking, in the past, power supplies have sometimes been forgotten about, but are still the unsung hero of any PC build from the budget-end of the spectrum, all the way up to the most extreme high-end builds on the market.

Powering the Future

The benefits of a quality PSU, like the ones from ASUS, are not just about meeting the pure wattage demands of your processor and graphics cards. There’s a fundamental need for quality components you can trust. We’ve all heard of cheap off-brand power supplies that not only go “pop” after heavy use, leaving your PC powerless, but that often don’t meet modern safety standards and can take down your PC hardware with them. A range of safety features is key, protecting your valuable investment from issues like over current, over voltage, short circuits, and overheating. Furthermore, a robust warranty from a well-established and recognisable brand name, such as ASUS, is often a good sign you’re dealing with a quality power supply that the manufacturer stands behind for years to come.

Next-Gen GPUs

As the latest generation of graphics cards from AMD, NVIDIA and Intel are now firmly in the market and the demand for robust, reliable, and future-proof power supply units (PSUs) has never been higher. Out of the three, NVIDIA’s latest current generation cards, in the way of the GeForce RTX 50-series, have extremely high expectations in terms of up-to-date PSU standards, as well as the need for higher power outputs. A powerful graphics card is only as good as the power it receives, and an under-specced or unreliable PSU can and will lead to instability, inefficiency, and even damage to your valuable components. We’ve teamed up with our friends at ASUS to help you navigate the world of power supplies and ensure your system is ready for the GPUs of today, tomorrow and beyond.

The Ultimate ASUS PSU Buying Guide

ASUS has a strong focus on power, reliability, and innovation, ensuring that these high-end PSU solutions are built for both current-generation systems and for the GPUs of tomorrow, so you can keep your PSU investment at the core of your PC build for many years to come. ASUS achieves this through several key innovations:

• Native ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 Support: Staying ahead of the curve, many ASUS PSUs are fully compliant with the latest ATX 3.1 standard. This updated specification ushers in tighter voltage and current regulation, specifically designed to meet the dynamic power demands of next-gen hardware. Crucially, these PSUs also feature native PCIe 5.1 readiness with the new 12V-2×6 connector (an updated, more robust version of the 12V-2×6). This single cable can deliver up to 600W of power to PCIe Gen 5.1 graphics cards, future-proofing your build and simplifying cable management. ASUS also uses high-performance copper pins in their PCIe connectors, which can significantly reduce connector temperatures by up to 29%, ensuring optimal performance and stability.

• “GPU-First” Engineering: This patented intelligent voltage stabiliser (IVS) technology, found in series like the ROG Strix Platinum, enhances voltage delivery to your graphics card by up to 45%. This ensures exceptionally stable and clean power, vital for smooth gameplay and unwavering performance, especially during demanding sessions or overclocking. It prioritises the GPU’s power needs, recognising it as the most power-hungry component in a gaming PC.

• Next-Gen GaN MOSFET Designs: Gallium Nitride (GaN) MOSFETs are a game-changer in PSU design. ASUS incorporates these advanced components in their latest PSUs, delivering superior power efficiency by up to 30% compared to traditional silicon-based MOSFETs. This increased efficiency translates directly into less wasted energy, lower heat generation within the PSU, and a more organised internal layout. The smaller size of GaN MOSFETs also allows for larger heatsinks and enhanced airflow, further improving heat dissipation and leading to quieter operation and extended component lifespan.

With these cutting-edge technologies, ASUS PSUs are not just power sources; they are intelligent, efficient, and reliable foundations for the most demanding PC builds, ensuring your system is primed for the incredible power of next-generation graphics.

Featured Power Supplies

• ROG Thor III Series (official range)
• ROG Strix Platinum Series (official range)
• ROG Strix Aura Series (official range)
• TUF Gaming Series (official range)
• Prime Series (official range)
• ROG Loki Series (official range)

Next Gen Gaming PC? GeForce RTX 5080 ASTRAL & 9800X3D Build

Recently, we did a build featuring the latest and greatest ASUS hardware, including power supplies, which you can check out below. Then join us on further pages as we take a deep dive into the ASUS power supply range!

Build Specifications and Where to Buy

If you liked this build and want to build something similar yourself, you can grab those components at the links below, including the ASUS ROG STRIX 1200W, and ROG Crosshair X870E HERO.

• ASUS ROG CROSSHAIR X870E HERO – https://locally.link/J0AF
• ASUS ROG ASTRAL GeForce RTX 5080 – https://locally.link/kYOi
• Asus ROG STRIX 1200W Platinum PSU – https://locally.link/kMkG
• Ryzen 7 9800X3D – https://locally.link/bx34
• GSkill Trident Z5 RGB 6000MHz – https://locally.link/WwZF
• BIWIN X570 PRO 4TB SSD – https://locally.link/hLu5
• TRYX LUCA L70 – https://locally.link/9AfI
• TRYX Panorama SE 3060 ARGB – https://tidd.ly/3DV9E3S
• Cooler Master Mobius 120P ARGB – https://locally.link/v60k