GALAX's new GeForce RTX 50 Series GPU features a magnetic removable shroud

Although it's exclusive to the Chinese market and features a design partially inspired by what looks like generic anime characters, GALAX's new GeForce RTX 5090D Boomstar series, available in white Luna and black Nox, features an impressive design. This is because the shroud (essentially the top plate with three fans) is magnetically detachable.

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The GeForce RTX 5090D Boomstar Luna features a magnetic shroud entirely detachable from the GPU.

Without any wires or screws, being able to remove the shroud and fans via a magnetic system is an impressive feature for those that might want to perform some maintenance (cleaning) down the road. Naturally, you wouldn't remove the shroud when the GPU is in use, but this form of 'partial disassembly' has the added benefit of not voiding warranties.

GALAX's Boomstar series also includes a magnetic backplate sticker system for customization, making the GPU more or less anime-infused. The GeForce RTX 5090D Boomstar OC variants include a 2452 MHz boost clock, higher than the RTX 5090D's 2407 MHz reference spec.

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As flagship cards, they're also relatively large, with dimensions of 348 x 155 x 60mm. However, there are chunkier models in terms of high-end GeForce RTX 50 Series options. In addition to the unique physical design, GALAX's premium PCB and power delivery design can also be found in these models.

Pricing for the GeForce RTX 5090D Luna and the GeForce RTX 5090D Nox is still to be confirmed. However, we're not expecting these models to be available outside China. Having the shroud magnetic and detachable is definitely an interesting GPU concept, and we would like to see it make its way to more GeForce RTX 50 Series models, like the RTX 5080 or RTX 5070 Ti.