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  "path": "/threads/question-on-a-build-gpu-compatibility-size.2634742/",
  "publishedAt": "2026-05-23T18:00:29.000Z",
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  "textContent": "Building a new computer for first time in a few years. Gathered my components over last couple yrs. All i am trying to decide on is gpu. The one i want is the Asus Noctua OC GeForce RTX 5080 16 GB Video Card\n\nI know my case is large enough. I know it will work on my motherboard and cover some pci slots. But can anyone tell me if it will interfere with my cpu height ? Also i know i will need a gpu brace. Here is my system. Thank you\n\nIntel Core i9-12900K 3.2 GHz 16-Core Processor\nNoctua NH-D15 G2 91.58 CFM CPU Cooler\nMSI MPG Z790 EDGE TI MAX WIFI ATX LGA1700 Motherboard\nKingston FURY Beast 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory\nSamsung 990 EVO Plus 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 5.0 X2 NVME Solid State Drive\nPhanteks Enthoo Pro 2 ATX Full Tower Case\nSeaSonic VERTEX PX-1000 1000 W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply\n\nAnd Asus Noctua OC GeForce RTX 5080 16 GB Video Card if it will work.\n\nI know the noctura cpu cooler misses the ram clearance a littl bit but i move...\n\nRead more",
  "title": "Question on a build..gpu compatibility..size."
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