Asus’ Q-Release Slim feature is reportedly damaging GPUs like the RTX 5090

[UK Sentinel]

Asus’s Q-Release Slim was first revealed in August 2024 during Gamescom. It is an eject feature on 800-series AMD and Intel motherboards that makes removing graphics cards much easier. However, the recently released feature is reportedly causing major headaches for buyers.

The Q-Release Slim is supposed to be an improved version of the Q-Release launched back in 2021 for high-end Asus ROG motherboards. It lets you quickly eject cards by titling them while pulling upwards. However, the fault lies in the peg side of the PCIe slot on the motherboard, which has a metallic piece embedded in it that scrapes against the connector. If the card is ejected frequently, this can result in significant damage — something reviews and overclockers tend to do.

 

Reported by:

https://www.techradar.com/computing/gpu/buyer-beware-asus-q-release-slim-feature-is-reportedly-damaging-gpus-like-the-rtx-5090

https://x.com/9550pro/status/1882649706754650309

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