Asus has attracted attention at Gamescom 2024 by introducing its next-generation GaN power supplies. The company has introduced a significant innovation in the PSU (power supply unit) space by using GaN (Gallium Nitride) technology in its models such as the ROG THOR 1600W Titanium III and ROG STRIX 1000W Platinum. This technology makes the internal components of the PSUs more compact, allowing for better airflow and minimizing fan noise.

Asus at Gamescom 2024: GaN power supplies: Efficiency, coolness and silence all in one

GaN technology was previously widely used in high-power mobile chargers. Now, Asus is integrating the technology into power supplies for desktop computers. Thanks to the use of GaN MOSFETs, these new PSUs can operate up to 30% more efficiently .

This high efficiency means that Asus PSUs with GaN technology run at lower temperatures and minimize power loss. As a result, users can enjoy a cooler, quieter system without experiencing significant increases in energy costs, even when running more powerful components.

The new PSUs introduced by Asus are an ideal solution for computer systems that require high performance. For example, such efficient PSUs are vital for high-power graphics cards such as the upcoming RTX 5090 .

Likewise, considering the amount of energy a system equipped with a powerful processor and intense RGB lighting will require, PSUs of 1000W and above may become a requirement. By using GaN technology, Asus not only increases efficiency, but also allows users to have a quieter working environment with systems that consume less power and run less heat.