Some custom RTX 5090 cards, such as the Asus ProArt GE Force RTX 5090, include an integrated USB Type-C port for creative workflows, though this feature is not standard across all RTX 5090 models.
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Creator-focused manufacturers like Asus add USB-C GPU ports to target content creators and professionals who use portable displays, daisy-chain modern monitors, and/or other USB-C peripherals.
On the ProArt model, the USB-C port replaces one of the display ports. It supports high-resolution video output up to 8K at 165 Hz with Display Stream Compression (DSC). The port also supports power delivery through a single cable.
The use cases for USB-C monitors are primarily to support:
- Video output
- Power delivery
It typically does not support data transfer to standard USB devices. Users should not expect to connect to storage devices or keyboards.
Gaming-focused models from manufacturers such as Gigabyte and Zotac typically feature three DisplayPort 2.1B ports and one HDMI 2.1B port. These models do not include the additional USB Type-C port.
These features, such as a compact SFF-ready design and built-in audio jack on some ProArt cards, set them apart from standard gaming GPUs.
NVIDIA RTX 5090 for Creators.
Finding reliable information online about the advantages and drawbacks of the RTX 5090 for content creators can be challenging. We have selected key sources to help you understand what this new card offers.
Most discussions about the GeForce RTX 5090 focus on gaming performance, making it difficult for content creators to find relevant information. While there is much speculation and debate about AI in gaming content customized to photographers, videographers, filmmakers, and other content creators, it remains limited.
To assist Pro Video Coalition readers, we have selected an NVIDIA video introducing the RTX 50 series of technology as a starting point. We also include trusted sources that evaluate the card’s performance in video editing, rendering, and photo editing.
As Pro Video Coalition reported, N Media announced the RTX 5090 on January 7. It is the most advanced consumer GPU for gamers, creators, and developers. The card delivers significantly higher frame rates than the RTX 4090. However, these results depend on using N Media’s latest technologies, including a feature that generates multiple artificial frames for each real frame produced by the game engine.
Asus Has Officially Launched The ProArt GeForce RTX 5090, Featuring A USB-C Connection And A Design Suitable For Small Form Factor Systems
Asus has officially launched the ProArt GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card with some portal layout changes. The announcement confirms it uses the NVIDIA Founder Edition three-piece PCB layout. The card is part of NVIDIA’s special program with select add-in board partners. Jeff Fisher publicly confirmed this at an ASUS event at launch. A few days later, the RTS-5080 featured a traditional triple-fan cooler; the new model uses a compact 2.5 slot form factor that meets NVIDIA’s SSF-ready guidelines. This makes it ideal for small-form-factor systems while maintaining flagship performance.
The cooling system closely follows the GeForce RTX 5090 Founder’s Edition. It features two 115 mm axial fans on either side of a central vapor chamber. This setup, combined with heat pipes and a fin stack, implements Nvidia’s double-axial, double-flow-through cooling concept. The design improves airflow and heat dissipation in compact systems. Asus further enhances thermal performance by using liquid metal as the thermal interface material. This method is usually reserved for high-end designs due to its superior heat transfer.
A key difference between the ProArt GeForce RTX 5090 and the Founder’s Edition is the I/O configuration. Asus has replaced one DisplayPort output with a USB Type-C port. This change benefits content creators and professionals who can view it as a tradeoff vs display. It enables direct connectivity. For high-resolution displays, external devices, and portable workflows that use USB-C for video, data, and power delivery.
