ASUS ROG Strix 2080 Super Gaming GPU

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Identifiers
MPN ASUS ROG-STRIX-RTX2080S-8G GAMING
Dimensions / Weight
Key Features
Bracket height Full-Height (FH)
Cooling technology
The type of cooling system used to dissipate heat from a graphics processing unit, such as active fan‑based designs (e.g., Dynamic Fan, Windforce), passive heatsinks, or hybrid solutions. It indicates how the GPU maintains safe operating temperatures during use.
ASUS Axial-tech
Cooling type
The method used to dissipate heat from a component or system, such as active cooling (fans or liquid loops), passive heat sinks, or no active cooling. It indicates whether the product relies on airflow, conduction, or other mechanisms to maintain safe operating temperatures.
Active
CUDA
Indicates whether the product is compatible with NVIDIA’s CUDA technology, which enables parallel computing on graphics processing units.
Yes
CUDA Cores
The total count of CUDA cores present in a graphics processing unit (GPU). Each core is an independent execution unit that can perform parallel computations, enabling accelerated performance for tasks such as rendering, machine learning, and scientific simulations.
3072
DirectX Version
The specific version of the DirectX graphics API that a product supports or implements. Values are typically numeric (e.g., "12.0", "11.2") and may include minor revisions. This attribute helps users determine compatibility with software, games, and drivers that require particular DirectX capabilities.
12.0
Discrete graphics adapter memory
The amount of dedicated video memory (VRAM) available on a discrete graphics adapter, expressed as a data size such as megabytes (MB) or gigabytes (GB). It indicates how much graphical data can be stored for textures, frame buffers, and other GPU tasks, affecting performance in gaming, rendering, and high‑resolution displays.
8 GB
Displayport Version
The specific version of the DisplayPort standard that a product supports, such as "1.4", "2.0" or "2.1b". This value indicates the capabilities and compatibility of the DisplayPort interfaces on the device.
1.4
DisplayPorts quantity
The total count of physical or virtual display output connections available on a device, such as HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI, VGA, or USB‑C ports that support video output.
2
Dual link DVI
Indicates whether the device supports a Dual‑Link DVI connection, which allows higher video resolutions by using two separate DVI channels.
No
Form Factor
The physical configuration or shape of a product, such as clamshell, tower, rack‑mount, or compact form. It indicates how the device is built and what mounting or expansion options it supports.
Full-Height/Full-Length (FH/FL)
Graphics adapter memory type
The type of memory used by a graphics adapter or video card, such as GDDR5, GDDR6, HBM2, or other dedicated memory technologies. This attribute indicates the specific memory architecture that determines bandwidth, performance, and compatibility with the GPU.
GDDR6
Graphics processor
The name or model of the graphics processing unit (GPU) installed in a device, such as "GeForce GTX 1080" or "AMD Radeon RX 580". This value helps users understand the visual performance and capabilities that the product can deliver.
GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER
Graphics processor family
The brand or model line of the graphics processing unit (GPU) used in a product, such as NVIDIA, AMD, or Matrox. It identifies the overall family of GPUs that share similar architecture and performance characteristics, helping users compare visual capabilities across devices.
NVIDIA
HDMI version
The specific version of the HDMI standard that a product supports, such as "2.0", "2.1" or "1.4b". This value indicates the capabilities and compatibility of the HDMI interfaces on the device.
2.0b
Illumination
Indicates whether a product has illumination or lighting capability. The value is "Yes" if the product includes any form of light source (LED, back‑lit display, built‑in lamp, etc.) and "No" otherwise.
mehrfarbig (RGB)
Illumination colour
The hue or combination of hues emitted by a light source, expressed as common colour names such as "Red", "Green", "Blue" or comma‑separated lists like "Red, Green, Blue". This attribute indicates the perceived colour of the illumination produced by devices such as LEDs, lamps, or other lighting fixtures.
Red/Green/Blue
Interface type
The physical or logical interface used by a device to connect with other components, such as PCI Express, USB, SATA, Ethernet, or fiber‑optic standards. It indicates the technology that enables data transfer and power delivery between the product and its peripherals.
PCI Express x16 3.0
Manual
Indicates whether a user manual—physical or digital—is provided with the product. A value of "Yes" means that a manual is included, while a value of "No" indicates that no manual is supplied.
Yes
Maximum resolution
The maximum pixel dimensions of a display or image, expressed as width by height (e.g., 1920x1080). It indicates the highest resolution that a device can output or support and is commonly used for monitors, TVs, smartphones, cameras, and digital images.
7680 x 4320 pixels
Memory bus
The width of the memory bus, expressed in bits. It indicates how many data lines are available for transferring information between the processor and memory modules at once, affecting overall memory bandwidth.
256 bit
Memory clock speed
The maximum operating frequency of a memory module, expressed in hertz (Hz). It indicates how many cycles per second the RAM can perform and is typically reported as MHz or GHz. This value helps users compare performance potential across different memory types and system configurations.
15500 MHz
Minimum system power supply
The minimum electrical power that a computer or electronic system requires to operate reliably, expressed in watts (W). It represents the lowest power rating of the system’s power supply unit needed for stable performance and is useful for ensuring compatibility with components and preventing under‑powered configurations.
650 W
Number of fans
The total count of fan units included in the product. This value indicates how many separate fans are present, which can affect cooling performance and noise levels.
3 fan(s)
Number of slots 2.7
NVIDIA Ansel
Indicates whether the product supports NVIDIA Ansel, a capture technology that allows users to take high‑resolution screenshots and apply in‑game effects directly from within supported games or applications.
Yes
Nvidia g-sync Yes
OpenGL version
The specific version of the OpenGL graphics API supported by a product, indicating its rendering capabilities and compatibility with software that requires certain OpenGL features.
4.5
Parallel processing technology support
A list of GPU multi‑processing technologies that the product can support, such as CrossFireX, SLI, NVLink or combinations thereof. Each value represents a distinct configuration that allows multiple graphics cards to work together for improved performance.
SLI
Processor boost clock speed
The maximum operating frequency that a processor can reach when its turbo or boost feature is active, expressed in hertz (Hz). This value indicates the peak performance capability of the CPU under load and helps users compare how fast a processor can run beyond its base clock speed.
1815 MHz
Product colour
The colour or combination of colours that a product is available in, expressed as common names such as "Black", "Silver" or comma‑separated lists like "Black, White". It indicates the visual appearance of the item for consumers.
Black
Supplementary power connectors
A list of the power connectors that a device provides for additional power input or output. Each entry specifies the connector type (e.g., "8-pin", "6-pin") and, if applicable, the number of such connectors available (e.g., "1x 8-pin"). This attribute helps users determine compatibility with power supplies or adapters.
2x 8-pin
Width
The horizontal measurement of a component or part, expressed in a linear unit such as millimetres or inches. It indicates how wide the item is from one side to the other and is used for sizing, fitting, and compatibility purposes.
130.4 mm
ASUS

Asus is a Taiwanese electronics company that produces a wide range of products, including laptops, desktops, mobile phones, tablets, and servers. Asus is best known for its laptops, which are often praised for their quality, features, and design.