ASUS RTX 5090 'Catches Fire' - User Reports Potential GPU Failure
Excitement surrounds NVIDIA's RTX 50 series launch, but a concerning report has emerged. A Reddit user 'Impossible-Weight485' posted about their new ASUS RTX 5090 graphics card allegedly catching fire after a gaming session.
User Reports RTX 5090 Fire Incident
According to the user, their PC became unresponsive after gaming. Upon restarting, smoke emanated from the GPU. Inspection revealed burn marks on the RTX 5090 and the motherboard slot. Images shared by the user appear to confirm the damage.
Capacitor Failure Suspected, Not Connector Issue
The user believes the issue is not related to the 12VHPWR connector problems seen in some past high-power GPUs. They suspect blown capacitors are the cause. Photos show the power cable and connector in pristine condition, ruling out melting issues.
This distinction is significant. Capacitor failure suggests a different hardware malfunction, potentially linked to manufacturing quality or component problems.
Community Reacts: "Worst Launch Ever"
The Reddit post gained traction within the r/nvidia community. User 'XXLpeanuts', claiming to own an INNO3D RTX 5090, expressed concern.
They stated,
"I log on reddit after installing my 5090 and playing some games today and discover that I have a defective 168 ROP unit AND one of the highest end versions of the card literally caught fire.... worst launch of any product I've ever seen."
This reflects growing apprehension among users regarding the RTX 5090 launch.
Early Reports Demand Caution
This is currently a single, unconfirmed report. It is too early to determine if this is a widespread RTX 5090 or ASUS issue. However, any report of a graphics card fire is serious and warrants attention.
Whether this is an isolated incident, a batch problem with ASUS cards, or a broader issue remains unclear. RTX 5090 buyers and those planning to purchase will be closely monitoring for further news. We will continue to follow this developing story and provide updates as more information becomes available.
Source: Reddit r/nvidia - ASUS RTX 5090 Astral caught on fire
