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Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 48 reviews

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Impressive chip and nice AIB, but very expensive.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Purchased on March 5th and picked up in store about a week later. The packaging is cool but very basic. For a card that is at the time of purchase $700 over the 5090 FE MSRP I would have appreciated some extra flair or goodies in the box. You get the GPU, a 12VHPWR adapter, and a small support stand: that's it. The quality of the AIB seems nice. The fans appear well made and the chassis / housing feels substantial and rugged enough I suppose. The RGB is appealing to me, but if you are looking for something that rivals the 4090 Strix in appearance you may find the MSI TRIO to be a bit basic. The 5090 is still very new to me and the world at large, so I can only give my initial impressions of performance. It's fast lol. The thermals seem better than or at least equal my old 7900 XTX Red Devil and 4090 Suprim Liquid X. It's much faster overall than the XTX, but the 4090 probably not by enormous margins. I won't touch on issues related to 12VHPWR or "missing ROPs", but any potential buyer of a 50-Series GPU should be aware of these. So overall the card is great right? Well, yes... but we can't ignore the elephant in the room: the price. $2,709 plus tax for a GPU is VERY expensive, and for 95% or more of gamers the value proposition just isn't there. It's undeniably a huge "gamer flex" to own one, and the performance is of course excellent, but this purchase is hard to justify unless you are very well-off financially or your gaming PC is your pride and joy in life. Great 5090 from MSI, but man, it's expensive.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Strong but a little clunky at times

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    While I can't complain about the power and capability of this GPU I think it is still worth noting that there are still some driver issues. My 4090 never had the issues that this has had. No fault of MSI, their quality is as good as always. However, from blue screens, to screen flicker, compatibility with multiple applications all seeming to be based on driver issues in the event viewer, be prepared to deal with a little frustration if you get a 5090. The performance of this is very noticeable from the 4090, but for as much as these things cost Personally I feel like they should be a little more refined from the software/driver perspective.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Power you say? I got your power right here.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Coming from a 1070 to this beast...absolutely a night and day difference. I was at the point where I was under the minimums for any modern games, as well as many current desktop applications. Giving it a 4 stars only due to the power connector location being in the middle of the card which results in the cable having to be draped over the logo. Not sure why it's placed there, but an extremely poor aesthetic choice when you spend this amount of money on something that you want to actually display.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Unparalleled Beast.

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This card is absolutely fantastic. I upgraded from a 3080 / 1440p to now running a 4K monitor. This hits the 144hz refresh rate limit on every single title without issue. It is extremely quite and has not gotten over 70°. Quite large though, so make sure your case has the room. Ignore the fear mongering about connectors and use a quality cable, no issues there.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    RTX 5090 MSI Gaming Trio oc

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This graphics card is so much more than just great aesthetics. This RTX 5090 easily outperforms the RTX 4090 in every single way. This card takes next-gen gaming to the next level! Best Buy was a super star in handling everything part of this transaction, and the team was very insightful about all of my questions!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great and amazing GPU! The best of the best! 4k on max!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best card hands down

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I jumped from a 2070 super to this and I am so happy with the performance. The drivers are fixed now and playing Cyberpunk, helldivers, minecraft has been awesome. Any 5090 is the best card

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    MSI 5090 GAMING TRIO is Superb

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works excellent can tell the difference from jumping from a 3070 gpu to this. Would highly recommend to anyone who is interested in a 5090 series gpu.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great card

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great Graphics card. Great proformance. Fans are quite. The temps for card that runs 575 watts are so good. Definitely worth picking up.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great 5090

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great card, great performance! Included anti sag bracket is a must with how big the card is.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    End Game GPU

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Every happy I was able to get one of these. Build came out exactly as I wanted. No missing ROPs and no power connector issues

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fast.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This GPU is fast. I use it at 4k resolution, and all games run flawlessly.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good but pricey

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    What I Love: 1. Insane FPS in Every Game: The first time I fired up Cyberpunk 2077 with everything maxed out (ray tracing on ultra, DLSS 4.0), I was getting over 140 FPS in 4K. No stutters, no drops, just buttery smooth gameplay. Fortnite, Warzone, Valorant—all running like they’re on steroids. Competitive shooters feel like I’m seeing into the future with how quick the response is. I can see and hit targets faster than ever before. 2. DLSS 4.0 + Ray Tracing: DLSS 4.0 is like magic. It boosts performance without killing the quality. I can play in 4K and it looks better than native resolution, somehow. Ray tracing used to be something I turned off to keep my frames up, but now I leave it on full blast and my system doesn’t even flinch. Minecraft RTX looks so good it’s like a different game. 3. Future-Proofing: This card doesn’t just crush today’s games—it’s built for what’s next. I tested out some Unreal Engine 5 demos and AI tools, and they all run smooth. I even started learning Blender and doing AI video upscaling, and the 5090 chews through everything. I don’t think I’ll need to upgrade for years, and that’s awesome. 4. Streaming and Recording at the Same Time: With the dual NVENC encoders, I can stream at max quality while recording a separate file in 4K without lag. OBS runs flawlessly, and my stream doesn’t miss a frame. My viewers noticed the difference right away. Plus, the AV1 encoding makes everything look cleaner at lower bitrates, which helps my stream look pro even if the internet isn’t perfect. 5. Cooling and Noise: I was worried about heat and fan noise, especially since I game for hours, but this thing runs surprisingly cool. Even under full load, it stays in the 60s (Celsius) with almost no noise. My case has good airflow, but the cooler on the 5090 is doing serious work. I’ve even left it mining overnight (just messing around), and it stayed chill the whole time. ⸻ What I Don’t Like: 1. The Size is RIDICULOUS: It’s a monster. I had to get a new case (Lian Li O11D EVO) just to fit it, and even then, I had to rearrange everything inside. If you’re not rocking a full tower or a high-end mid tower, forget about fitting this card. It’s also super heavy, so you need a GPU support bracket, or it’ll sag hard. 2. Price Tag is Brutal: Let’s be real—this card costs more than most entire gaming PCs. I was lucky that I saved for a long time and my parents matched some of it for my birthday (thanks, Mom & Dad). But for most people, this is way out of reach. It’s hard to recommend unless you’re really pushing the limits like I am, or you’re a serious content creator. 3. Power Hungry: You need a 1000W PSU minimum, and three 8-pin connectors (or one 12VHPWR cable). That meant another upgrade just to use the card. It also puts out a ton of heat if you don’t have good airflow. Not a dealbreaker, but definitely something to plan for. 4. Overkill for Casual Gaming: If you’re mostly playing games like Roblox, League, or CS2, this card is massive overkill. It’s like bringing a rocket launcher to a Nerf war. Amazing, but kind of wasted unless you’re really using it for 4K gaming, AI, or 3D rendering. ⸻ How I Use It: I use the RTX 5090 for everything: • Competitive FPS (Valorant, Fortnite, Apex) – High refresh 1440p and 4K, no dips, super consistent. • Streaming on Twitch (OBS with AV1) – Stream + record at the same time, zero impact on gameplay. • Content creation – I edit clips in DaVinci Resolve and do some 3D work in Blender. Renders are so fast now. • AI/ML experiments – I’ve been trying Stable Diffusion, LLMs, and even voice cloning. The 5090 handles it all with ease. • VR – I play Half-Life: Alyx and Beat Saber on my Quest 3 via PC Link, and everything is ultra smooth. ⸻ Final Thoughts: The RTX 5090 is like having a Bugatti for your PC. It’s crazy powerful, ridiculously fast, and opens up a whole new level of gaming, streaming, and content creation. But it’s also expensive, massive, and a bit over the top for casual users. If you’re a hardcore gamer, competitive esports player, or content creator who wants the best of the best, and you’ve got the setup to support it, this card is a dream. I’m 14, and this card makes me feel like I’m already competing on a pro level. Would I buy it again? 100%. It’s the most exciting upgrade I’ve ever made—and I’m just getting started.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    5090 RTX

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I recently picked up the NVIDIA RTX 5090 from Best Buy, and I couldn’t be more thrilled with the entire experience—from purchase to performance. Shopping Experience: Best Buy made the process seamless. The staff was knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely excited about the product. They answered all my questions and made sure I got exactly what I needed. The checkout was quick, and the packaging was secure and pristine. Product Performance: The RTX 5090 is an absolute beast. It chews through 4K gaming like it’s nothing, and ray tracing performance is next-level. I’ve never seen visuals this crisp and fluid. Whether I’m gaming, rendering, or experimenting with AI tools, this card handles everything effortlessly. Temps stay cool, and the noise levels are impressively low for such a powerhouse. Why Best Buy? I could’ve gone elsewhere, but Best Buy’s reliability, return policy, and customer service sealed the deal. Plus, their Geek Squad support gives me peace of mind if I ever need help down the line. If you’re on the fence about upgrading or wondering where to buy your next GPU—don’t hesitate. Best Buy and the RTX 5090 are a dream combo.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Data Scientist, no gamer.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I'm a data scientist, not a gamer. Pros: I must admit the MSI RTX 5090 is incredible as it's sped up my work 3x from my previous 12GB 4070 Super. The 5090 is handling my deep learning model so well, I think I will attempt to increase the capacity of my models. Cons The price is steep, this is the biggest purchase I've made in a decade. No fault of Nvidia's, but TensorFlow doesn't work on these GPUs and their most recent CUDA versions, you will have to convert your code base to use PyTorch 2.7.0. That was a little troubling. Overall: If you're a data scientist, I would recommend trying to curb your consumerism and wait until the price drops. Unless you are in a situation where you are training more than 3 models simultaneously.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    extremely powerful, extremely overpriced

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Let's be honest, this is a graphics card for enthusiasts. It is wildly overpriced, wildly powerful, overbuilt cooling for overclocking, and absolutely huge. Make sure your case has room for it. That said, as far as performance, it delivers on all fronts.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Incredible… If you can get one for retail price

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I upgraded from a 3060 and this gpu is in a whole other universe. I no long have to worry if I can run certain games because I can essentially run any game at ultra settings especially if I use the frame generation. Which I know is a but polarizing among some people but it works great and unless you have the input lag numbers right in front of you its pretty negligable to the naked eye. If you can get one for retail great but try to hold out if you can don’t let the scalpers get the best of you (trust I almost bought a 5080 from a scalper before I used up a liftime worth of luck to get this). Good luck!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    5090 or bust

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Had to sell my first born child to pay for this graphics card but it is everything as advertised, extremely fast. Upgraded from a 2080 super and there is a very noticeable difference with every game. FPS is no longer an issue and considering buying better monitors to keep up with the card. It was very hard to find a 5090 and Best Buy had the best 'wait in line' system compared to every other retailer. They made it easy to purchase and pick up within the same week.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome gpu

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s a big boy, much bigger than the 4080 I have but it is a worthy upgrade in my rig. Especially since I always play my games at 4k high settings it does the job really well at high frame rates.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Powerful and hot

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Pretty amazing performance, it takes a lot of power. It runs cool on the chip but it dumps heat into a room. I run mine pretty frequently and hard when I game, and the room warms up fast and smells like hot electronics. No melting but I have a PSU that has the new 12x6 connector instead of the first gen 12vhpwr one.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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