This might be the most powerful setup to run Microsoft Paint, but it might not survive for long.
Redditor Deploys Four ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5090 GPUs, Consuming the Entire Space Inside the Chassis
I understand that MS Paint can be intensive and can bring powerful machines to their knees. Perhaps, this Reddit user thought it would be a great idea to handle it with not one or two, but "Four" GeForce RTX 5090 GPUs. Redditor u/Zestyclose-Salad-290 posted some pics of his battlestation, showing how he built an insanely powerful battlestation that has the entirety of his case filled with GPUs.
The user deployed four top-of-the-line ASUS ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5090 GPUs in his build on what looks like an Intel Xeon platform. He used PCIe 5.0 riser cables to get the GPUs to the second chamber, keep enough space for the motherboard to breathe, and have sufficient airflow for the AIO installed on the CPU. Despite this, his quad GeForce RTX 5090 setup took almost 75% of the space and left clearance only for the PSU.
The ROG Astral RTX 5090 measures nearly 4 slots, and therefore, it's obvious that the quad GPU setup needs the entire area of the other chamber. The user didn't share his reasons for building such a monstrous battlestation, but it's definitely not for gaming and will likely be utilized in intensive AI workloads. Interestingly, the PSU choice seems bizarre, and if you are aware, the GeForce RTX 5090 can consume up to 600W at full load.
This equals nearly 2400W of total GPU power, assuming he can push all the cards to their limits. Now the CPU and other components will also need a considerable amount of power, which easily requires a hefty PSU with something like 3000W capacity. Initially, we saw that he used a "2400W" PSU for the whole configuration, which theoretically doesn't seem sufficient for the setup. But the second chamber also has another 2400W PSU. So, it should be okay for power delivery.
Premium editions like ROG Astral RTX 5090 currently sell for nearly $3,300+, and the total cost of the GPUs alone is nearly $13000. Nonetheless, I am more worried about the four 16-pin connectors melting altogether, which can take down his PC anytime. Hopefully, he is well aware of the manufacturer's guidelines on using the 16-pin connector, or this super expensive setup will crumble down anytime.
About the author: Sarfraz Khan is a hardware reporter with a focus on PC components and the builder community. With years of experience writing about PC hardware and laptops, his work has been featured on several reputable technology publications. Sarfraz's hands-on experience is demonstrated through his first-person accounts of using and comparing different hardware configurations, providing practical and relatable insights for everyday users. His technical analysis is respected by peers in the enthusiast community and has been cited by specialized hardware sites such as Germany's Igor's Lab.
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